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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School # Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 3.7 (3 parent reviews) · The Old School, Lower Street, Diss, IP22 5UJ · Norfolk Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Norfolk 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 Gissing Children's Centre, established in 1982, offers a stimulating and nurturing learning environment for children aged two until they begin school. Located in a rural setting, the centre leverages its natural surroundings for learning, including a Forest School programme that operates weekly throughout the year. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on developing children's self-confidence, creativity, mutual respect, and kindness. Gissing Children's Centre is committed to inclusivity, welcoming children of all abilities and providing tailored support to ensure the best possible experience for every child. The centre operates during term time only and has consistently received "good" or "outstanding" ratings from Ofsted, highlighting its dedication to high-quality early years education. The centre fosters a strong sense of community and family, with significant involvement from staff, parents, and helpers, making it a truly unique and cherished resource for the village of Gissing and surrounding areas. Our ethos Gissing Children's Centre's approach is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and incorporates a Forest School programme. They prioritise developing children's self-confidence, creativity, mutual respect, and kindness, aiming for an inclusive environment that supports every child's unique needs. The centre emphasises community and family involvement in its commitment to high-quality early years education. What it's like Children enjoy attending this setting, engaging deeply in play with friends and staff who join in with enthusiasm and purpose, helping children focus for longer and building creativity and confidence. Staff build warm, trusting bonds with children, responding with care to individual needs, and providing calm reassurance. Forest School Community-focused Natural environment 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.gissingchildrenscentre.co.uk/Page/Contact-Us/450) ## Key facts Opening hours Term time only Age range 2 years to school age Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School Last inspected 7 May 2025 · Nina Hopson 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 enjoy attending this setting, engaging deeply in play with friends and staff who join in with enthusiasm and purpose, helping children focus for longer and building creativity and confidence. Staff build warm, trusting bonds with children, responding with care to individual needs, and providing calm reassurance. Inspector highlights - Leaders have designed an ambitious and thoughtful curriculum that builds children's confidence and self-esteem. - The curriculum supports speech and language well, with staff modelling language and helping children communicate clearly. - Physical development is a key focus, with staff helping children build strength, balance, and control necessary for early writing. - Children enjoy stories from an early age, with staff using books to build language and thinking skills. - Staff focus on communication and understanding, using visual aids, interactive tools, and targeted programmes to build vocabulary and expressive language. - Children take part in cultural celebrations and learn about different traditions, which are woven naturally into everyday activities. - Staff boost children's confidence by encouraging age-appropriate risks and guiding them to try new things. Areas to develop - 1 consider ways to build on the information shared with parents about encouraging healthy eating for children. Inspection #10391141 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278392) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10391141 Lead inspector Nina Hopson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278392)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/254077) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.gissingchildrenscentre.co.uk/) The Old School, Lower Street, Diss, IP22 5UJ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/1.15498/52.4241/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Diss - [Day nurseries in Diss](/search?q=Diss) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=gissing-children-s-centre-a-community-pre-school-ip22-5uj-254077) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents praise staff's communication and support. > They value the rich experiences on offer and the helpful advice to continue supporting their children's learning and development at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff set clear targets for all children. They work closely with all families and other professionals to support the good progress children make. For example, staff invite parents to attend specific training, such as signing, to help support their children at home. Outdoor space Not explicitly mentioned in the report. However, "Climbing equipment, such as slides, towers and monkey bars, helps to build upper body strength and coordination" indicates outdoor play is available. ## Parent Reviews of Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School 3.7 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIwlrLUAJwnDIBPwEYVsSr2LJ-B4_LKyla4zl5Z8GjVPoorrQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Linda Nash 12 years ago PLEASE, PLEASE, GOOGLE - can you change the address - Hinderclay Road, Rickinghall is incorrect. The right address for Gissing Children's Centre is: The Old School, Lower Street, Gissing, Diss, Norfolk IP22 5UJ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnaUtMWHNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9c1eb6eecdbed:0x5bc34c18863813bd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKWa4R0YC82zjp4jxvAS685csoUyJP4YXLTTRFRKI5ObUC1ig=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Emma Pigou a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYMTZHNGpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9c1eb6eecdbed:0x5bc34c18863813bd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXZGierUa9-VbggpAd54qshbp8qlA2tpnAy5TllMRYxxDgnNWkh_Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Phil S 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNneUs2Z2lnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d9c1eb6eecdbed:0x5bc34c18863813bd) Reviews from Google for Gissing Children's Centre - A Community Pre-School. 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