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Hamilton Pre-School # Hamilton Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2024) · c/o Holymead Junior School Annexe, Wick Road, Bristol, BS4 4HP · Bristol Number of places 28 places Age range 3–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Bristol About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Hamilton Pre-School, established in 1995, is located within Holymead Primary School in Brislington, Bristol. The facility is accessible and on one level, catering to children from the Bristol area. It is registered on the Early Years Register and also accommodates children with special educational needs and those learning English as an additional language. The pre-school has achieved an Ofsted "Outstanding" rating and is dedicated to providing an exciting and welcoming learning environment. The setting values a child-centred approach, fostering imagination and positive attitudes towards learning through various activities and themes, such as their penguin-themed environment. The staff are committed to excellence, employing effective methods to assess children's development and ensure significant progress in their learning journeys. They also prioritise children's well-being, promoting healthy habits through activities like weekly movement and dance sessions and encouraging nutritious packed lunches. Our ethos Hamilton Pre-School is committed to providing an exciting and welcoming environment that values a child-centred approach. They foster imagination and positive attitudes towards learning through various activities and themes by employing effective methods to assess children's development and ensure significant progress in their learning journeys. What it's like Children love coming to this exceptionally welcoming pre-school and share very close relationships with the caring staff, which helps all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to progress very well. Children excitedly engage in meaningful activities from the start, spending time with their key person at the beginning of the day in a small, cosy space where they welcome each other warmly and talk about how they are feeling, thus developing a strong sense of identity and self-worth. Ofsted Outstanding Established 1995 Child-centred learning Inclusive environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 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.facebook.com/HamiltonBristol/) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hamilton Pre-School Inspection date Jul 2024 Inspection no. 10351219 Lead inspector Margaret Dobbs [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254484)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/106967) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hamilton-pre-school-bs4-4hp-106967) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am until 5pm during school term time only Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1995 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hamilton Pre-School Last inspected 4 July 2024 · Margaret Dobbs Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children love coming to this exceptionally welcoming pre-school and share very close relationships with the caring staff, which helps all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to progress very well. Children excitedly engage in meaningful activities from the start, spending time with their key person at the beginning of the day in a small, cosy space where they welcome each other warmly and talk about how they are feeling, thus developing a strong sense of identity and self-worth. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff create a highly stimulating environment which enables children to flourish through real life experiences. - Staff take children on walks in their local community, teaching them about road safety and how to identify risks. - Children are exceptionally well prepared for the next part of their learning journey. - Parents are extremely satisfied with the provision and have complete trust in the staff. - Leaders and managers are highly organised and support each other exceptionally well as a team. Inspection #10351219 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254484) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They speak of nurturing staff who communicate very well and support the whole family. > They are delighted that the children have opportunities for activities such as exploring what happens to food when it decays. > They appreciate that children learn about recycling and reducing waste. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), progress very well. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space Leaders and staff provide a broad and ambitious curriculum for both the inside and outside learning environments. Children have many opportunities outside to develop their imaginations and ideas, for example, creating a pathway with large blocks and planks across a sea of 'lava' in their 'dinosaur land' and assisting members of staff across the 'danger' safely. Inspection history Date: November 2007 - August 2024 Outstanding - July 2024 Outstanding - November 2018 Outstanding - October 2018 Outstanding - September 2014 Good - September 2014 Good - August 2013 Inadequate - June 2013 Inadequate - July 2009 Requires improvement - July 2009 Good - November 2007 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Hamilton Pre-School ### What age children does Hamilton Pre-School take? ### What kind of childcare setting is Hamilton Pre-School? ### How is the staff team described at Hamilton Pre-School? ### Which funded hours does Hamilton Pre-School accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hamilton Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Partou Leaps & Bounds Day Nursery & Pre-School Bristol · BS4 4QN 4.3(11 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-leaps-bounds-day-nursery-pre-school-bs4-4qn-ey477266) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Brislington Bristol · BS4 4NZ 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddi-caru-day-nursery-and-preschool-brislington-bs4-4nz-2734011) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Court House Day Nursery Bristol · BS4 2PU 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/court-house-day-nursery-bs4-2pu-ey370589) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Busy Bee Day Nursery Bristol · BS4 2PN ](/nursery/busy-bee-day-nursery-bs4-2pn-ey555996) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Crews Hole Bristol · BS5 8BE 4.2(9 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddi-caru-day-nursery-and-preschool-crews-hole-bs5-8be-2734010) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Bristol · BS4 2BA 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-bs4-2ba-ey471520) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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