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Elizabeth Saunders Nursery # Elizabeth Saunders Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Elizabeth Saunders Nursery, Saunders Lane, Preston, PR4 5SA · Lancashire Number of places 33 places Age range 1–3 yrs Last inspected Dec 2024 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Elizabeth Saunders Nursery is dedicated to fostering a rich and engaging learning environment where children can thrive, developing their creativity, individuality, and self-confidence. The nursery prides itself on maintaining high standards, encouraging exploration and experimentation in a safe and stimulating setting. Children are provided with diverse opportunities both within the nursery and through external experiences, aiming to cultivate a strong sense of self and positive relationships with peers and adults. The nursery emphasises respect for others' feelings, values, beliefs, and property, promoting self-esteem and self-confidence through continuous praise and encouragement. Staff are committed to ongoing training in childcare, health and safety, safeguarding, first aid, and basic food hygiene, ensuring a high quality of care. A strong partnership with parents is a core value, with open communication channels to discuss children's progress and any concerns. The nursery believes in creating a supportive space filled with age-appropriate resources and engaging activities, accessible both indoors and outdoors, to help each child reach their full potential. Our ethos Elizabeth Saunders Nursery is committed to fostering a "rich and engaging learning environment" that nurtures creativity, individuality, and self-confidence. Their approach emphasises exploration, experimentation, and respect for others, aiming to cultivate a strong sense of self and positive relationships through praise, encouragement, and a partnership with parents. What it's like Staff at Elizabeth Saunders Nursery create a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment for children, responding patiently and positively. They encourage risk management and foster confidence and high self-esteem, preparing children for their educational journey with a carefully sequenced curriculum. High-quality care Stimulating environment Strong parent partnership Focus on British Values ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.elizabethsaundersnurseryschool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Fundamental-British-Values-Policy.pdf) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon-Fri 7:30am – 6:00pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Elizabeth Saunders Nursery Inspection date Dec 2024 Inspection no. 10363653 Lead inspector Kelly Little Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266581)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2691128) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.elizabethsaundersnurseryschool.co.uk) Elizabeth Saunders Nursery, Saunders Lane, Preston, PR4 5SA [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.75813/53.72839/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Preston - [Day nurseries in Preston](/search?q=Preston) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=elizabeth-saunders-nursery-pr4-5sa-2691128) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Elizabeth Saunders Nursery Last inspected 16 December 2024 · Kelly Little Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff at Elizabeth Saunders Nursery create a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment for children, responding patiently and positively. They encourage risk management and foster confidence and high self-esteem, preparing children for their educational journey with a carefully sequenced curriculum. Inspector highlights - Communication and language development are a core focus, with staff introducing new vocabulary and concepts through songs and story time. - Children of all ages have access to varied mark-making opportunities, from using toy cars in sand to tracing letters, fostering a love for early writing. - The curriculum for physical development is a key strength, with children engaging in daily garden play that develops coordination and balance. - Parent partnerships are strong, with parents complimenting staff and the nursery's family feel, and staff providing resources for home learning. - Leaders value staff development, providing support and feedback to help them improve their practice. Areas to develop - 1 The provider should consider ways to ensure that children receive consistently clear messages around hygiene practices so that they build on what they already know and continue to develop healthy habits. - 2 The provider should support children to gain a better understanding of similarities and differences between themselves and others. - 3 The provider should reflect more closely on staff's professional development to help target training that fully contributes and supports children's learning. Inspection #10363653 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266581) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "The nursery has a strong family feel." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The curriculum for physical development is a key strength. For example, children have good fun in the garden daily. Here, they practise their coordination and balancing, such as when they crawl through tunnels and run up hills. ## Parent Reviews of Elizabeth Saunders Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ_h1CHSWH-dnOCaYOar124ZgwvmRsCLgYin402CYfrdEiZwg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Annabel Chappell 10 months ago Both of my daughters have absolutely thrived here. The nursery has the feeling of a big family and you can see the staff genuinely care about the children and know them so so well. My eldest daughter has just left to start school and she is so well prepared educationally and emotionally thanks to Elizabeth Saunders. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tneU0ySTRhMDVEZW0xb01tZHliMUZTWm5jNFRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x487b6d18b5f2c7cb:0x55067643a6d699f9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXq6WGcD62usJzYhJr4d93a09WeWpXITIjjlOTjqZ7WtQw09tiD=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Michelle and Neil Murray 8 years ago A fantastic nursery! A lovely atmosphere where you can tell the kids are happy and the staff too. I’m amazed at what my daughter has learn’t at this nursery and how confident and independent she has become. I recommend this nursery - you won’t be disappointed. 😊 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRdWRpa05REAE!2m1!1s0x487b6d18b5f2c7cb:0x55067643a6d699f9) Reviews from Google for Elizabeth Saunders Nursery. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50266581) ## Frequently asked about Elizabeth Saunders Nursery ### What is the address of Elizabeth Saunders Nursery? ### What outdoor space does Elizabeth Saunders Nursery use? ### How can Elizabeth Saunders Nursery be contacted? ### When was Elizabeth Saunders Nursery established? ### How many places does Elizabeth Saunders Nursery have? ## Nearby day nurseries in Preston Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Elizabeth Saunders Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### New Longton Under 5's Preston · PR4 4BD ](/nursery/new-longton-under-5-s-pr4-4bd-309402) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Ashbridge Nursery Hutton Preston · PR4 4AQ 4.6(35 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbridge-nursery-hutton-pr4-4aq-ey286886) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Nursery @ Whitefield Preston · PR1 0RH ](/nursery/nursery-whitefield-pr1-0rh-2631790) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.5 mi ### Kids Planet Penwortham Preston · PR1 9DE 3.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-penwortham-pr1-9de-2860956) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Ashleigh Nursery School Longton · PR4 5ZJ ](/nursery/ashleigh-nursery-school-pr4-5zj-309217) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Walmer Bridge Day Nursery Preston · PR4 5GE ](/nursery/walmer-bridge-day-nursery-pr4-5ge-ey102250) [See all nurseries in Preston →](/search?q=Preston) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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