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Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup # Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · The Village Hall, Top End, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2HA · Leicestershire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Leicestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup is situated in the charming rural village of Great Dalby, near Melton Mowbray. Established in 1992, the preschool operates from the historic village hall, fostering a strong connection with the local community. The playgroup is dedicated to nurturing children through engaging play-based learning experiences, aligning with the Early Years Foundation Stage Guidance. This approach aims to challenge and stimulate young minds, preparing them for a smooth transition to school and empowering them to become happy and confident individuals. The curriculum offers a diverse range of activities designed to support holistic development, ensuring each child thrives in a supportive and stimulating environment. Our ethos Our aim is to nurture all our children through play, learning and developing following Early Years Foundation Stage Guidance. Our children are helped to develop through a wide range of activities which aim to challenge and stimulate them preparing them for next adventure at school and life as happy and confident individuals. What it's like Children receive a warm welcome and understand the routines of the day. They develop a love of reading and enjoy playing outdoors, balancing on bikes. Staff support children in choosing library books to take home and encourage them to read with family. Rural setting Community-focused Play-based 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.greatdalbypreschool.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday and Friday from 9am until midday and on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am until 3pm. Age range Babies & Preschool (aged 0-5) Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1992 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup Last inspected 26 May 2022 · Christy Dave 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 receive a warm welcome and understand the routines of the day. They develop a love of reading and enjoy playing outdoors, balancing on bikes. Staff support children in choosing library books to take home and encourage them to read with family. Inspector highlights - Staff know the children in their care very well and identify gaps in their development to provide targeted support. - Staff skilfully introduce mathematical language into children's play. - Staff work well with other professionals and parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Staff constantly praise children for their achievements, which builds their confidence and self-esteem. - Leaders ensure that staff receive regular professional development opportunities to develop their practice, leading to imaginative play with resources like crates and cardboard boxes. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend, to promote consistency with learning - 2 support staff to provide consistent messages to children so they understand the rules, in particular when inside. Inspection #10243181 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187260) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10243181 Lead inspector Christy Dave Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187260)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/226329) 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://www.greatdalbypreschool.co.uk/) The Village Hall, Top End, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2HA [© 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#/-0.90491/52.72253/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Melton Mowbray - [Day nurseries in Melton Mowbray](/search?q=Melton+Mowbray) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=great-dalby-pre-school-playgroup-le14-2ha-226329) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff complete regular assessments to identify any gaps in children's development. Children are then provided with targeted support to help them catch up. For example, they are provided with small-group sessions where focus is placed on developing children's communication and language skills. Staff work well with other professionals and parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. All staff know these children well and recognise what interests them. Staff use this knowledge to provide activities to help children develop in their learning. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing outdoors. They balance successfully on bikes as they weave around the equipment and their friends. Staff keep children safe during their time at the pre-school. Doors remain locked, and staff tell each other when children move between the inside and outside so that they can supervise well. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: July 2011 - May 2022 Good - November 2021 Inadequate - December 2015 Good - July 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup ### Is Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup a day nursery or preschool? ### What is the Ofsted rating of Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup? ### How does Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup? ### Which area does Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup serve? ## Nearby day nurseries in Melton Mowbray Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Great Dalby Pre-School Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Early Years Nursery Melton Mowbray · LE13 0BJ ](/nursery/early-years-nursery-le13-0bj-ey339717) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Little Rascals - Burton Road Melton Mowbray · LE13 1FX 5.0(17 reviews) ](/nursery/little-rascals-burton-road-le13-1fx-ey491238) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Melton Mowbray Nursery School Melton Mowbray · LE13 0BH 4.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/melton-mowbray-nursery-school-le13-0bh-2637815) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Woodlands Nursery Melton Mowbray · LE13 0UT 5.0(14 reviews) ](/nursery/woodlands-nursery-le13-0ut-ey467495) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### Early Years Nursery School Melton Mowbray · LE13 1JE ](/nursery/early-years-nursery-school-le13-1je-ey386086) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Gaddesby School Community Pre-school Leicester · LE7 4WF ](/nursery/gaddesby-school-community-pre-school-le7-4wf-226349) [See all nurseries in Melton Mowbray →](/search?q=Melton+Mowbray) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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