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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Focus Nursery School # Focus Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · Focus Nursery School, Worgret Road, Wareham, BH20 4PH · Dorset Number of places 18 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority Dorset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Focus Nursery School, located in Wareham, Dorset, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. Rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11th March 2022, the nursery operates during school term times, providing full day care from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. The manager, one of the owners, works alongside a dedicated team to provide stimulating experiences that support children's development. The curriculum is designed with clear intentions for what children will learn and achieve, with a strong focus on communication skills and early literacy. Staff effectively identify and intervene in any speech and language concerns children may have. Children develop positive relationships with staff and peers, learning cooperation and turn-taking. They are encouraged to be independent, from putting on their own coats to serving themselves at snack times. The nursery provides excellent opportunities for physical development, both indoors and outdoors, with children enjoying activities such as balancing on wooden beams, splashing in puddles, and dancing. Sensory play, such as exploring flour and water, helps children develop fine motor skills essential for writing. Parents speak highly of the nursery, praising its communication and how well their children are prepared for school. What it's like Children have positive relationships with staff and their friends, playing cooperatively and learning to take turns. They are willing to help staff and receive support to learn new skills. Children also demonstrate natural curiosity during sensory play, developing their fine motor skills. Strong communication focus Good physical development Supports independence Positive relationships Engaging sensory play Effective SEND provision ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Focus Nursery School Last inspected 11 March 2022 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 have positive relationships with staff and their friends, playing cooperatively and learning to take turns. They are willing to help staff and receive support to learn new skills. Children also demonstrate natural curiosity during sensory play, developing their fine motor skills. Inspector highlights - The manager has secure knowledge and intentions of what she wants children to learn and achieve. - The manager prioritises the development of children's communication skills. - Children enjoy stories, and parents develop a secure understanding of the importance of books. - Children are often encouraged to be independent. - Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to ask questions consistently that encourage children to think and discuss their ideas and understanding, to extend their learning further. Inspection #10125956 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181599) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Focus Nursery School Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10125956 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181599)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY309109) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=focus-nursery-school-bh20-4ph-ey309109) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > nursery is fantastic at keeping parents up to date Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff identify any speech and language concerns they may have about children and intervene effectively. Outdoor space Children have good opportunities to develop their physical skills. They take part in physical activities both indoors and outdoors, enjoying balancing on wooden beams, splashing in puddles and dancing to music as part of their daily activities. Inspection history Date: January 2006 - March 2022 Good - November 2013 Outstanding - November 2008 Outstanding - January 2006 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Focus Nursery School ### How many children are on roll at Focus Nursery School? ### What does the inspection highlight as strengths at Focus Nursery School? ### What area is Focus Nursery School working on improving? ### How is Focus Nursery School classified by Ofsted? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Focus Nursery School accept? ### Is Focus Nursery School suitable for under-twos? ## About the setting Focus Nursery School has been registered under the current management since 2005. It is a privately owned nursery providing full day care in Wareham, Dorset. It is open Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 3.30pm, during school term time. The nursery receives funding for children aged two, three, and four years, and is staffed by a manager, deputy manager, and three other staff, with one holding a level 4 qualification and two holding level 3 qualifications. URN EY309109 Registered person Miss Linda Burgess & Mr Daniel Albin Partnership Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in Wareham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Focus Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Tops Day Nurseries - Wareham Wareham · BH20 4AX 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/tops-day-nurseries-wareham-bh20-4ax-144329) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Blossom Childcare Nature Nursery Wareham · BH20 7BD ](/nursery/blossom-childcare-nature-nursery-limited-bh20-7bd-2605945) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Sandford St Martin's Nursery School Wareham · BH20 7AJ ](/nursery/sandford-st-martin-s-nursery-school-cic-bh20-7aj-ey486962) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.0 mi ### Bizzybeez Childcare Poole · BH16 6FE 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/bizzybeez-childcare-ltd-bh16-6fe-2755348) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.6 mi ### Kids Love Nature Kindergarten Lytchett Poole · BH16 6JE ](/nursery/kids-love-nature-kindergarten-lytchett-bh16-6je-ey561513) [See all nurseries in Wareham →](/search?q=Wareham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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