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[East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. Hackleton Pre School Playgroup # Hackleton Pre School Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · Dudley Winterbottom Memorial Hall, Chapel Lane, Hackleton,Northampton, NN7 2AH · West Northamptonshire Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority West Northamptonshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Hackleton Preschool Playgroup has been a central part of the Hackleton village for over 53 years, operating as a charity that provides a nurturing and engaging space for children to flourish. The preschool prides itself on offering a secure, stimulating, and homelike setting where each child's individuality is recognised and celebrated. The core philosophy, "Kind hearts, Kind Hands, and Fun Learning," guides daily activities, promoting cooperative play, mutual encouragement, confidence in exploring new experiences, and a sense of safety within the learning environment. Outdoor play is encouraged in all weather conditions, and the academic year is filled with a variety of engaging activities, including excursions, graduation ceremonies, a Christmas nativity, and community collaborations. Our ethos Our ethos is “Kind hearts, Kind Hands, and Fun Learning”. This is an ethos that all of the Hackleton Preschool family live by. We encourage our children to play together, praise each other, have the confidence to explore new things and that they feel safe and secure in their learning environment. What it's like Children are happy and thoroughly enjoy their time at this well-organised pre-school. Staff spend quality time with the children to get to know them well and establish secure relationships, which supports children to feel safe and secure. Children settle quickly and show they understand the setting's routine, confidently finding their name tags and adding them to the self-registration board. Charity-run Outdoor play emphasised Community focused ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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://www.hackletonpreschool.org/fundraising) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8.30am until 4pm. Friday: 8.30am until 3pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2000 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hackleton Pre School Playgroup Last inspected 14 February 2024 · Charmaine Cayton 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 thoroughly enjoy their time at this well-organised pre-school. Staff spend quality time with the children to get to know them well and establish secure relationships, which supports children to feel safe and secure. Children settle quickly and show they understand the setting's routine, confidently finding their name tags and adding them to the self-registration board. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and thoroughly enjoy their time at this well-organised pre-school. - Staff use children's interests to plan an ambitious curriculum that supports children to become ready for their next stage of learning, ensuring learning is carefully sequenced. - Children's behaviour is very good, with staff having high expectations and helping children develop a clear understanding of pre-school rules. - Children's independence is well supported by staff, allowing them to make choices about their play and manage self-help skills. - Communication and language is well supported by staff, who create a language-rich environment and engage in lively conversations to develop children's understanding. Areas to develop - 1 consistently extend opportunities for children to understand and respect people, families and communities beyond their own. Inspection #10312106 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242946) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hackleton Pre School Playgroup Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10312106 Lead inspector Charmaine Cayton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242946)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/220222) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hackleton-pre-school-playgroup-nn7-2ah-220222) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff have access to a variety of training to support children's individual needs. Outdoor space Outside children practise and develop their physical skills. For example, children learn to balance and negotiate space as they build obstacle courses, with staff skilfully weaving mathematics into everyday play by adding numbered stepping mats. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - February 2024 Good - April 2018 Good - June 2015 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Hackleton Pre School Playgroup ### What is Hackleton Pre School Playgroup working on improving? ### How is the staff team at Hackleton Pre School Playgroup set up? ### Is Hackleton Pre School Playgroup Ofsted registered? ### How many children are on roll at Hackleton Pre School Playgroup? ### From what age does Hackleton Pre School Playgroup accept children? ### What are the fees at Hackleton Pre School Playgroup? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hackleton,Northampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hackleton Pre School Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Woodleys Village Day Nursery Northampton · NN7 2AB ](/nursery/woodleys-village-day-nursery-nn7-2ab-ey499102) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Davey Day Care Northampton · NN7 2EG ](/nursery/davey-day-care-nn7-2eg-ey494123) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Wooldale Early Care and Education Centre Northampton · NN4 6TP 3.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/wooldale-early-care-and-education-centre-nn4-6tp-ey293232) - [ Provider closed 2.4 mi ### Shine Brighter Club Northampton · NN4 6TP ](/nursery/shine-brighter-club-nn4-6tp-2815333) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.6 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Northampton Wootton Fields Northampton · NN4 6DY 3.9(21 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-northampton-wootton-fields-nn4-6dy-220155) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Acorn Day Nursery Brafield On The Green Northampton · NN7 1BA 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/acorn-day-nursery-brafield-on-the-green-nn7-1ba) [See all nurseries in Hackleton,Northampton →](/search?q=Hackleton%2CNorthampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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