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Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school # Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · Goldingham Community Hall, Park Drive, BRAINTREE, CM7 1AW · Essex Number of places 33 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school, established in 2010 after a change of ownership from a preschool dating back to 1973, is an inclusive early years setting dedicated to providing a diverse and stimulating environment for children aged 2 years to rising 5s. Located in Goldingham Hall with access to a fenced play area, the preschool is conveniently close to John Ray Infant School, facilitating a smooth transition for children moving on to primary education. The facility offers easy accessibility and on-site parking. The curriculum is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, encouraging children to develop valuable life skills through play. Each child is assigned a key person who collaborates with families to support individual needs. The preschool prides itself on its highly trained staff, boasting over 40 years of combined childcare experience, with continuous professional development. The team includes four trained Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators and an Equality Named Co-ordinator, utilising Makaton and visual supports daily. They have expertise in supporting children with various needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, medical conditions, allergies, early language development, and behaviour management. The preschool is committed to offering high-quality, affordable, and flexible care, working in partnership with parents and carers to enhance community well-being. Our ethos The preschool operates under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, fostering valuable life skills through play. They are committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and flexible childcare in partnership with parents, while also supporting children with diverse needs through specialised staff, Makaton, and visual aids. What it's like Children enthusiastically skip into this community pre-school and are greeted by friendly and nurturing staff. This joyful and positive atmosphere benefits the children as they explore the indoor and outdoor environments in a keen and purposeful manner. Children cooperate well with their peers and begin to develop independence as they learn to solve conflicts for themselves. Inclusive environment Experienced and highly trained staff Strong SEND support Play-based learning Community-focused ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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://davidjerwood.wixsite.com/goldingham/contactus) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10263246 Lead inspector Louisa Taylor Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205200)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY408780) 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 [ Visit website ](https://davidjerwood.wixsite.com/goldingham/preschool) Goldingham Community Hall, Park Drive, BRAINTREE, CM7 1AW [© 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#/0.56004/51.86751/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BRAINTREE - [Day nurseries in BRAINTREE](/search?q=BRAINTREE) - [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=goldingham-drive-community-pre-school-cm7-1aw-ey408780) ## Key facts Opening hours Morning Session: 09:00 to 12:00, Afternoon Session: 12:30 to 15:30, All day Session: 09:00 to 15:30 Session types Morning Session, Afternoon Session, All day Session Age range 2 years to rising 5s Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school Last inspected 9 December 2022 · Louisa Taylor 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 enthusiastically skip into this community pre-school and are greeted by friendly and nurturing staff. This joyful and positive atmosphere benefits the children as they explore the indoor and outdoor environments in a keen and purposeful manner. Children cooperate well with their peers and begin to develop independence as they learn to solve conflicts for themselves. Inspector highlights - Children make their own play dough, weighing out flour and water, kneading it themselves before sharing it among their peers. - A beautifully resourced 'loose parts' area supports children in developing their imaginations. - Children benefit from awe-inspiring events such as incubating chickens' eggs and watching the chicks hatch. - Staff support children's emotional and physical well-being. - The manager is extremely passionate about providing children with the best start to their early learning and development. Areas to develop - 1 build upon already good teaching to consistently challenge children's critical thinking skills to support even more progress in all areas of learning - 2 monitor all children's understanding of what is expected of them and increase their engagement and independence in making choices and managing their personal needs. Inspection #10263246 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205200) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and staff provide an inclusive setting where all children's individual learning experiences are important and recognised. Key staff know the children well and plan activities and learning experiences to support them in achieving their learning goals. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children love the outdoor learning space where they can run and jump, dig in the sandpit for treasure or paint a picture of their choice. Children learn how to prepare themselves to dress appropriately for the weather each day. Inspection history Date: November 2010 - December 2022 Good - April 2017 Good - January 2015 Good - November 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school ### Does Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school run holiday club or wraparound care? ### How does Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school support children with SEND? ### What is the address of Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school? ### What size of nursery is Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school? ### When was Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school established? ## Nearby day nurseries in BRAINTREE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Goldingham Drive Community Pre-school. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Spring - Carousel Braintree · CM7 3QZ 4.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/spring-carousel-cm7-3qz-ey539434) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Little Me Preschool Braintree Braintree · CM7 3JD ](/nursery/little-me-preschool-braintree-cm7-3jd-2826505) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Braintree Braintree · CM77 8GA 4.5(20 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-braintree-cm77-8ga-405269) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Apple Tree Day Care Nursery Braintree · CM7 3PG ](/nursery/apple-tree-day-care-nursery-cm7-3pg-2695271) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Yumbo Daycare Braintree · CM7 9AE 3.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/yumbo-daycare-cm7-9ae-ey490814) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Kidorable Pre School And Childcare Services Braintree · CM7 9BG 4.2(10 reviews) ](/nursery/kidorable-pre-school-and-childcare-services-cm7-9bg-ey439295) [See all nurseries in BRAINTREE →](/search?q=BRAINTREE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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