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Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford # Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · 5.0 (6 parent reviews) · 1 Chelmsford Road, South Woodford, London, E18 2PW · Redbridge Number of places 44 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Redbridge 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 Fareacres Pre-School and Day Nursery is dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating 'home away from home' environment where children can thrive. The nursery operates from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering extensive hours to accommodate diverse family schedules. Adhering strictly to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, Fareacres is committed to providing a structured yet playful learning experience tailored to each child's age group. They pride themselves on fostering an inquisitive mindset through exploration and community engagement. Beyond daily activities, the nursery organises an annual social day, encouraging a relaxed interaction between children, parents, and staff. They also value outdoor learning, with staff taking children on park walks or occasional educational trips to broaden their environmental understanding, always with parental consent. Recognised by OFSTED and a member of the Pre-School Learning Alliance and Redbridge Early Year Partnership, Fareacres prioritises high-quality care and the individual and collective development of every child. Our ethos Fareacres Pre-School and Day Nursery is dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating 'home away from home' environment. They adhere to the EYFS curriculum, providing a structured yet playful learning experience, and pride themselves on fostering an inquisitive mindset through exploration and community engagement. They value outdoor learning to broaden environmental understanding. What it's like Staff are kind and attentive, building nurturing relationships with children and promoting their safety and emotional security. They foster independence, for example, by teaching toddlers to use "nose blowing stations". Staff have high expectations for all children and create a well-sequenced curriculum based on interests, leading to good progress in areas like early writing skills. Homely Environment EYFS Curriculum Extended Hours Community Focused Outdoor Learning ## Pricing & funding 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.fareacrespreschoolandnursery.co.uk/funding) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.00am. – 7.00pm. Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10316943 Lead inspector Sarah Crawford Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244817)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY248647) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=fareacres-pre-school-day-nursery-south-woodford-e18-2pw-ey248647) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford Last inspected 19 March 2024 · Sarah Crawford 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 are kind and attentive, building nurturing relationships with children and promoting their safety and emotional security. They foster independence, for example, by teaching toddlers to use "nose blowing stations". Staff have high expectations for all children and create a well-sequenced curriculum based on interests, leading to good progress in areas like early writing skills. Inspector highlights - Leadership in the setting is strong, with the manager and owner regularly evaluating care and teaching. - Staff monitor children's progress closely and swiftly identify those needing additional support, providing targeted learning experiences. - The setting values diversity, celebrating a wide variety of festivals and religious events. - Staff provide a stimulating curriculum that ignites children's love of learning, incorporating their interests into activities. - Partnership with parents is a real strength, with parents praising staff kindness and communication about their children's progress. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the provision for extending children's understanding of the world further. Inspection #10316943 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244817) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents describe the kindness and warmth of the staff and say that their children's individual needs are met. > They comment that they are kept well informed about their child's progress and next steps in learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff monitor children's progress closely and swiftly identify where they may need additional support with their learning. They provide targeted learning experiences, such as 'attention bucket' sessions, to help children develop their listening and concentration skills. Staff liaise effectively with parents and outside professionals where needed, to help all children achieve as much as they can. Outdoor space Children demonstrate good social skills as they share ideas and resources in the 'mud kitchen'. ## Parent Reviews of Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford 5.0 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUP3NPZcByNvMkUGJEtWg_oYMsAJDThVHg76j04WQRyhi4HgcHx=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Paddy Kelly 3 years ago Excellent nursery. Very happy how our little one is getting on, Ella loves it here. ❤️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURSNFk3a1ZBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8a74b2dfb3cc9:0xc782423716296303) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJOWyDcfAQEwD5OB95dEqkE5qjR6vQLh04QnexYYEQwBa93bA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Eoin 4 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214aGFUQlZSbUpsTmtKeVZUaE9XQzFmVDFCRU1XYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d8a74b2dfb3cc9:0xc782423716296303) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLsZ792yybjnFNnqylFat24Yo3f0QuGc8BvFgn4CdLVghjnWw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Richard Carter 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM1eFBfbk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8a74b2dfb3cc9:0xc782423716296303) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKJQtdoJXF9-aqv5TAKjdRhp39Xv2TQelyz6RwPeA7GVPGbKQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Oscar Machado 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURNc01pSnF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8a74b2dfb3cc9:0xc782423716296303) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJv2WDufi87XrmsPfJCkUWKRR6K5C9MPbNvA7gmf_L8v7UJEA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Hannah Bennett 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnZ01QRElBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8a74b2dfb3cc9:0xc782423716296303) Reviews from Google for Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14376125764882490115&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2010 - March 2024 Good - May 2018 Good - July 2015 Good - November 2014 Requires improvement - March 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford ### What outdoor space does Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford have? ### Whereabouts is Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford? ### What stands out about the nursery’s strengths? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### How is Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford classified by Ofsted? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Fareacres Pre-School & Day Nursery - South Woodford. - [ Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Nannie Annies Day Care London · E18 2NN 4.3(12 reviews) ](/nursery/nannie-annies-day-care-limited-e18-2nn-2769478) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Woodford Woodlands Day Nursery and Preschool Woodford Green · IG8 9HQ 3.2(10 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-woodford-woodlands-day-nursery-and-preschool-ig8-9hq-ey491051) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Tiny Treasures Nursery South Woodford · E18 2GF 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/tiny-treasures-nursery-e18-2gf-2828450) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Incey Winceys Day Nursey London · E18 1BX 3.9(8 reviews) ](/nursery/incey-wincey-s-childcare-e18-1bx-ey394970) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Sunflower Nursery London · E18 2AQ 4.8(26 reviews) ](/nursery/sunflower-nursery-e18-2aq-2808904) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Incey Winceys Day Nursey London · E18 1BX 3.9(8 reviews) ](/nursery/incey-winceys-childcare-limited-e18-1by-ey432979) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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