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Farmborough Preschool # Farmborough Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · Farmborough Vc Primary School, The Street, Bath, BA2 0FY · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Farmborough Preschool, an established early years provider with over 45 years of experience, offers a nurturing and stimulating space for children in the Banes area. Located within Farmborough Church Primary School since 2007, the preschool benefits from a purpose-built environment, which was enhanced by lottery grants and local company support for its playground. The preschool is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all children and families, focusing on a play-based learning approach that aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and 'Birth to 5 Matters' curriculum. They welcome children from two years old and are committed to fostering an environment where children can play, learn, and grow together, gaining confidence and valuing their efforts. As a registered charity, it is managed by a voluntary committee of parents who actively support the staff and contribute to fundraising efforts to secure additional resources and experiences, including various extracurricular activities like Yoga, Forest School, and Music Sessions. Our ethos Farmborough Preschool is committed to a play-based learning approach that aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and 'Birth to 5 Matters' curriculum. They aim to foster an environment where children can play, learn, and grow together, gaining confidence and valuing their efforts, while also offering extracurricular activities like Forest School and Music Sessions. What it's like Children settle quickly and receive a warm welcome by staff, enthusiastically joining in with warm up songs and dances to start their day, supporting their physical development. Staff are wonderful role models and children have fun, leading to motivation and eagerness to explore the curriculum. Children form secure, trusting bonds with their key person, giving them a sense of belonging and security. Charity-run Play-based learning EYFS curriculum Strong community links Extracurricular activities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly rate for all children £7.00 / hour ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Full day ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Farmborough Preschool Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10311767 Lead inspector Chelsea Woollard Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242043)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY346943) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=farmborough-preschool-ba2-0fy-ey346943) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Farmborough Preschool Last inspected 22 January 2024 · Chelsea Woollard 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 Children settle quickly and receive a warm welcome by staff, enthusiastically joining in with warm up songs and dances to start their day, supporting their physical development. Staff are wonderful role models and children have fun, leading to motivation and eagerness to explore the curriculum. Children form secure, trusting bonds with their key person, giving them a sense of belonging and security. Inspector highlights - Managers are dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes across the seven areas of learning. - Staff gather relevant information, use observation and assessment effectively to identify gaps in learning, and show good knowledge of child development. - Passionate staff promote children's love of literacy and support their communication well. - Staff naturally weave mathematical concepts through children's play and use routines well to support children. - Staff spend quality time with children to help them develop their understanding and recognition of emotions. - The manager works in partnership with other settings and the school on site to ensure smooth transitions and continuous learning. - Managers have an ambitious vision for the pre-school and actively identify training opportunities for staff. Areas to develop - 1 develop clearer links between the intent and delivery of activities to further support children's individual learning outcomes - 2 support staff to utilise opportunities to extend and challenge children's learning and development. Inspection #10311767 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242043) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report positively on the sharing of information. > They comment on how their children have progressed well, particularly in their communication and language development. > They find that staff have created a 'calm and nurturing' environment, supporting their children's emotional well-being. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space The inspector observed children's activities and staff teaching, indoors and outdoors. Inspection history Date: December 2011 - January 2024 Good - April 2018 Good - May 2017 Good - May 2015 Good - December 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Farmborough Preschool ### What is the address of Farmborough Preschool? ### Open hours at Farmborough Preschool? ### What outdoor space does Farmborough Preschool have? ### Is Farmborough Preschool a day nursery or preschool? ### Which funded hours does Farmborough Preschool accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bath Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Farmborough Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Timsbury Childcare Timsbury · BA2 0JH ](/nursery/timsbury-childcare-ba2-0jh-ey554433) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Clutton Playgroup Clutton · BS39 5PF ](/nursery/clutton-playgroup-bs39-5pf-133095) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.5 mi ### Paper Lane Day Nursery and Pre-School Bristol · BS39 7AA ](/nursery/paper-lane-day-nursery-and-pre-school-bs39-7aa-2820299) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Noah's Ark Preschool Bristol · BS39 7LW ](/nursery/noah-s-ark-preschool-bs39-7lw-133056) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Footsteps Nursery (Paulton) Paulton · BS39 7QY ](/nursery/footsteps-nursery-paulton-bs39-7qy-ey430081) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Little Star Nursery Bristol · BS39 7SF ](/nursery/little-star-nursery-bs39-7sf-ey425701) [See all nurseries in Bath →](/search?q=Bath) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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