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Gaddesby School Community Pre-school # Gaddesby School Community Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Village Hall, 20 Ashby Road, LEICESTER, LE7 4WF · Leicestershire Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Leicestershire 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 Gaddesby School Community Pre-school, located in Gaddesby, Leicestershire, provides early years education for children aged primarily from 2 to 4 years old. As a community pre-school, it is often closely linked with the local primary school, offering a smooth transition for children moving into reception year. The pre-school typically focuses on a play-based learning approach, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to support children's development across various areas, including communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth. The setting usually offers flexible session times to accommodate the needs of families, often including morning and afternoon sessions. Being a community pre-school, it often prides itself on fostering strong relationships with parents and the wider community, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for young children. The curriculum is designed to encourage curiosity, independence, and a love for learning through a variety of engaging activities both indoors and outdoors. The staff are dedicated professionals who aim to provide a stimulating and safe environment where every child can thrive and develop at their own pace, preparing them for their future educational journey. What it's like Children are happy and secure at this welcoming pre-school. They enjoy lively action songs and games, which contribute to their physical development skills. Children have very good independence skills, managing their own toileting and handwashing, and are developing skills for school. Community Pre-school EYFS Framework Play-based Learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Session types Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions, Full day sessions Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm Age range 2 to 4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Gaddesby School Community Pre-school Last inspected 6 April 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 are happy and secure at this welcoming pre-school. They enjoy lively action songs and games, which contribute to their physical development skills. Children have very good independence skills, managing their own toileting and handwashing, and are developing skills for school. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and secure at this welcoming pre-school. - Staff engage children as they read familiar stories with animation in their voices, helping them to develop a strong interest in books. - The deputy manager and staff know the children well and amend the curriculum to meet their current learning needs. - Staff provide good opportunities for children to benefit from fresh air and enjoy outdoor learning, promoting their interest in nature. - Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well with their individual plans and one-to-one support. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to recognise how to further challenge children's learning and extend their knowledge to support them to make the best possible progress. Inspection #10138448 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183516) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Gaddesby School Community Pre-school Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10138448 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183516)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/226349) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=gaddesby-school-community-pre-school-le7-4wf-226349) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that they would recommend the pre-school to others. > Those spoken to give a 10 out of 10 rating and say they would not change anything. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well with their individual plans and one-to-one support. This helps these children to make good progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Staff provide good opportunities for children to benefit from fresh air and enjoy outdoor learning. Following on from spotting lots of birds in the outdoor space and noticing some nesting birds, staff provide children with binoculars and pictures of birds to identify the different species. This helps to promote children's interest in nature and living things. ## Parent Reviews of Gaddesby School Community Pre-school 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJOocsf78mEPy92Fj7nhgmue2v1ZE0Y4KogKXboI7qj3eVRXg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Steph Buck 6 years ago Fantastic pre school with brilliant caring staff. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZNzhTWHZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4879d7fa8e95be03:0x11f37c26895bb706) Reviews from Google for Gaddesby School Community Pre-school. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1293514022940555014&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2009 - April 2022 Good - November 2014 Outstanding - December 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Gaddesby School Community Pre-school ### What is Gaddesby School Community Pre-school's Ofsted rating? ### How can I find out about fees for Gaddesby School Community Pre-school? ### What funded hours are accepted at Gaddesby School Community Pre-school? ### What age range does Gaddesby School Community Pre-school cater for? ### Does Gaddesby School Community Pre-school offer support for children with special educational needs? ### Does Gaddesby School Community Pre-school provide outdoor learning opportunities? ### What is the educational approach at Gaddesby School Community Pre-school? ### How does Gaddesby School Community Pre-school prepare children for primary school? ### How can I contact Gaddesby School Community Pre-school? ## About the setting Gaddesby School Community Pre-school registered in 1997 in Gaddesby, Leicestershire. The pre-school employs six members of childcare staff, five of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above. The manager holds early years professional status. The pre-school opens from Monday to Friday, term time only, with sessions from 9am to 12 midday, 9am to 1pm, or 9am to 3pm. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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