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First Friends Nursery and Pre-School # First Friends Nursery and Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · Belle Vue Primary School, Beaver Road, CARLISLE, CA2 7PT · Cumberland Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Cumberland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery First Friends Nursery and Pre-School provides a secure and stimulating environment where children learn through play. The nursery focuses on high-quality education for children primarily below statutory school age, working within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. They adopt a collaborative approach, actively partnering with parents to support each child's learning and development journey. The nursery emphasises individualised attention through a Key Person system, ensuring that each child's needs and interests are met while building upon their existing knowledge and abilities. They are deeply integrated into their local community and foster strong ties with Belle Vue Primary School, though they operate independently. The setting aims to offer a service that promotes equality and values diversity, encouraging parental involvement in various aspects of nursery life, from contributing to progress checks to helping with activities and management. They welcome parents to engage actively and build connections with other families. Our ethos First Friends Nursery and Pre-School operates within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, fostering learning through play in a secure and stimulating environment. They prioritise a collaborative partnership with parents, employing a Key Person system to ensure individualised attention that meets each child's unique needs and interests. The nursery is committed to promoting equality and valuing diversity, actively encouraging parental and community involvement. What it's like Children are extremely happy and settled in this welcoming setting, and willingly follow routines. Staff are excellent role models who are patient and value all children. Staff are passionate about providing a rich curriculum and inspiring children's imagination and curiosity. Learning through Play EYFS Curriculum Key Person System Community-based Strong Parental Involvement ## 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.firstfriendsnursery.org.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.30am-11.30am & 12.30pm-3.30pm TERM TIMES Session types Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Lunch Time Care Age range 2 1/2 and 4 Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Friends Nursery and Pre-School Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10279796 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219041)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY406959) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-friends-nursery-and-pre-school-ca2-7pt-ey406959) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Friends Nursery and Pre-School Last inspected 26 April 2023 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 are extremely happy and settled in this welcoming setting, and willingly follow routines. Staff are excellent role models who are patient and value all children. Staff are passionate about providing a rich curriculum and inspiring children's imagination and curiosity. Inspector highlights - Partnership with parents is good, and they are highly complementary about the "amazing, well-established" staff team who constantly go "above and beyond". - The manager is passionate about what children need to learn, and staff clearly know what key children can do, providing an engaging environment. - Care practices are good, with staff regularly talking to children about how to keep safe and healthy. - Children are exposed to early maths vocabulary during everyday activities. - Children have opportunities to be independent and confident explorers. Areas to develop - 1 consider the planning of large group activities to ensure that all children achieve the most from their learning experiences - 2 further strengthen staff understanding of the importance of children using their self-help skills at every opportunity, to develop their independence. Inspection #10279796 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219041) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is excellent. The special educational needs coordinator and manager work closely with other professionals to ensure that children with SEND receive tailored support for their individual needs. Children with SEND flourish and make good progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Children are free to explore and assess their own risks during play. Staff complete regular risk assessments to ensure that the environment is safe, and children are well supervised, indoors and outdoors. Inspection history Date: July 2011 - April 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - June 2014 Good - July 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about First Friends Nursery and Pre-School ### How does settling in work at First Friends Nursery and Pre-School? ### What outdoor space does First Friends Nursery and Pre-School use? ### How is SEND supported at First Friends Nursery and Pre-School? ### What grade did Ofsted give First Friends Nursery and Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in CARLISLE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Friends Nursery and Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Yewkids Nursery at Yewdale Community Centre Carlisle · CA2 7TH 4.5(51 reviews) ](/nursery/yewkids-nursery-at-yewdale-community-centre-ca2-7th-317628) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Newtown Community Learning Center t/a First Steps Day Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7LW ](/nursery/newtown-community-learning-center-t-a-first-steps-day-nursery-ca2-7lw-ey288187) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Newtown Road Day Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7JH ](/nursery/newtown-road-day-nursery-ca2-7jh-ey406930) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### The Manor Preschool Nursery Carlisle · CA2 6JP ](/nursery/the-manor-preschool-nursery-ca2-6jp-ey498344) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Munchkins Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7AN ](/nursery/munchkins-nursery-ca2-7an-317389) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Mother Goose Day Nursery Carlisle · CA2 7AY ](/nursery/mother-goose-day-nursery-ca2-7ay-2595840) [See all nurseries in CARLISLE →](/search?q=CARLISLE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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