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Knossington and Somerby Pre School # Knossington and Somerby Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · Knossington Village Hall, Main Street, Knossington, LE15 8LT · Leicestershire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 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 Knossington & Somerby Pre-school is nestled in a peaceful rural community within Knossington village, offering a unique outdoor learning experience for children. The preschool embraces an ethos where children actively engage with nature, feeding lambs, foraging for blackberries, and cultivating vegetables in their own allotment garden. They also partake in local farm walks and village events like Easter egg hunts at the church. The facility is housed in the charming Knossington Village Hall and boasts high staff-to-child ratios, typically 1:4, which facilitates individualised attention and enables diverse outings. Consistently rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, the preschool provides a high standard of care and education, adhering to the Early Years Foundation framework. The outdoor access is a key feature, allowing children to choose to learn and play outdoors throughout the day. Additionally, the preschool benefits from access to a nearby large park and has initiated an 'out and about' scheme, having secured funding for it. The preschool is dedicated to creating a fun, warm, and supportive environment for its pupils. Our ethos The preschool embraces an ethos where children actively engage with nature, feeding lambs, foraging for blackberries, and cultivating vegetables in their own allotment garden. They believe in providing a unique outdoor learning experience, allowing children to choose to learn and play outdoors throughout the day, all while adhering to the Early Years Foundation framework. What it's like Children arrive eager to learn at the homely, welcoming environment created by staff. They have strong relationships with all staff and feel safe and secure in their care. Children develop close friendships and share resources willingly. Rural setting Outdoor learning focused Ofsted Outstanding High staff ratio Allotment garden ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged at a flat hourly rate for additional hours and non-funded two-year-old placements. Invoices are issued in advance on a half-termly basis. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Invoiced every half term in advance. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Knossington and Somerby Pre School Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10236884 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195685)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY342911) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=knossington-and-somerby-pre-school-le15-8lt-ey342911) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon - Fri: 9.00 AM - 3.00 PM Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Knossington and Somerby Pre School Last inspected 8 September 2022 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 arrive eager to learn at the homely, welcoming environment created by staff. They have strong relationships with all staff and feel safe and secure in their care. Children develop close friendships and share resources willingly. Inspector highlights - Children arrive eager to learn in a homely, welcoming environment. - Strong relationships with staff make children feel safe and secure. - Children develop close friendships and share resources willingly. - Children practise using their physical skills outdoors and enjoy moving sit-on vehicles. - Children use their imagination and creativity to create a dinosaur land and confidently share their ideas. Areas to develop - 1 improve the consistency and clarity of instructions and boundaries to further support children to know what is expected of them - 2 help staff to recognise when to provide more support for children who may need it in order to remain focused during play. Inspection #10236884 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50195685) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents and carers comment that they are 'thrilled' with children's progress and 'love everything about the pre-school'. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders monitor staff practice closely and set targets for staff to work towards to help them develop. They provide all staff a broad range of training opportunities, including learning how best to support children with additional needs. Staff share what they learn with their team at monthly staff meetings, so this is consistent throughout the team. Outdoor space Children practise using their physical skills outdoors and enjoy moving sit-on vehicles with their legs. Children use knowledge that they learn from staff about how to stay safe in their play. They check for any obstacles and wait patiently for their friends to be out the way before riding a car down the sloped path as fast as they can. Children also engage in daily trips to a garden patch where they learn to grow fruit and vegetables and develop hand muscles. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022 Date: April 2011 - September 2022 Good - March 2022 Inadequate - December 2015 Outstanding - April 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Knossington and Somerby Pre School ### Is Knossington and Somerby Pre School Ofsted registered? ### Is Knossington and Somerby Pre School suitable for under-twos? ### What are the fees at Knossington and Somerby Pre School? ### What does Knossington and Somerby Pre School do well? ### Where is Knossington and Somerby Pre School located? ### How does Knossington and Somerby Pre School support children with SEND? ### How does the settling-in process work? ## Nearby day nurseries in Knossington Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Knossington and Somerby Pre School. - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Langham Nursery Oakham · LE15 7HY ](/nursery/langham-nursery-le15-7hy-ey563197) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### The Ark Association (1) Oakham · LE15 6PQ ](/nursery/the-ark-association-ltd-1-le15-6pq-ey439880) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Scallywags Day Nursery Oakham · LE15 6NT 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/scallywags-day-nursery-le15-6nt-ey342919) - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.8 mi ### Whissendine Holiday Club Oakham · LE15 7EU ](/nursery/whissendine-holiday-club-le15-7eu-2795430) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### The Ark Association (2) Oakham · LE15 6GY ](/nursery/the-ark-association-ltd-2-le15-6gy-ey439865) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.2 mi ### Tiddlywinks Pre-School Leicester · LE7 9DB ](/nursery/tiddlywinks-pre-school-le7-9db-ey478564) [See all nurseries in Knossington →](/search?q=Knossington) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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