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Hanborough Pre-School

Ofsted: Outstanding
(May 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·The Pavilion, Roosevelt Road, WITNEY, OX29 8JG · Oxfordshire
Number of places
23 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Oxfordshire

About this day nursery

Hanborough Pre-School, located in Witney, OX29 8JG, offers a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn and grow at their own pace. The pre-school focuses on fostering key skills in preparation for formal schooling, including dedicated "Rising Fours" sessions.

Children have opportunities to explore nature through forest school trips to Pinsley Woods and an allotment. Hanborough Pre-School operates as a registered charity, governed by a committee of parent-volunteers, encouraging active community involvement.

The pre-school prioritises creating a fun, friendly, and safe atmosphere with the support of fully-qualified staff. They also host various family-friendly events throughout the year, such as Easter Egg Rolling, Sports Day, and a Christmas Show and party, fostering a strong sense of community.

The setting provides morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions, and is committed to supporting children from their first day through to their transition to primary school.

What it's like

Children arrive eager and motivated for a day of exciting and stimulating activities. They are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by the extremely nurturing staff. Promotion of children's well-being is outstanding and their behaviour is excellent.

Charity-runForest SchoolParent committeeRising Fours sessions

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Session types

Morning Sessions: 8.45am to 11.45am, Lunch Sessions: 11.45am to 12.15pm, Afternoon Sessions: 12.15pm to 3.15pm

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 3.15pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hanborough Pre-School

Last inspected 25 May 2023 · Amanda Perkin

Safeguarding effective
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 arrive eager and motivated for a day of exciting and stimulating activities. They are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by the extremely nurturing staff. Promotion of children's well-being is outstanding and their behaviour is excellent.

Inspector highlights

  • Children arrive eager and motivated for a day of exciting and stimulating activities.
  • Books, songs, rhymes and storytelling are a prominent feature of pre-school life.
  • The new manager leads the staff team with vision and passion.
  • Partnerships with parents are exceptional.
  • Children develop excellent physical skills to improve balance, movement and coordination.
Inspection #10289331 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Early intervention ensures that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, or children in receipt of additional funding, have the targeted support that they need from the very start. Staff quickly work to identify what children's needs are and make adaptations in the environment.

Outdoor space

Staff plan a range of activities outside, with regular visits to their allotment and forest school, as well as daily use of the pre-school garden. Staff recognise the importance of these rich learning opportunities and identify, for example, how not all children have access to an outside area at home.

Parent Reviews of Hanborough Pre-School

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2023

Date: November 2011

  • May 2023Outstanding
  • November 2017Good
  • January 2015Good
  • November 2011Good

Frequently asked about Hanborough Pre-School

About the setting

Hanborough Pre-School registered in 1965. It is located in The Pavilion, in the village of Long Hanborough, in Oxfordshire. The pre-school is open from 8.45am to 3.15pm on weekdays, during term time. There are six members of staff, three of whom have childcare qualifications at level 3. The manager holds qualified teacher status.

URN
134440
Registered person
Hanborough Pre-school Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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