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Linden Leas Pre School # Linden Leas Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Oct 2023) · Hawes Down Infant School, The Mead, West Wickham, BR4 0BA · Bromley Number of places 33 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Bromley About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Linden Leas Pre School, established in 1981, believes the early years are crucial for a child's development, laying the groundwork for their future. The preschool's core mission is to deliver exceptional care and education, prioritising the child's individual needs. They strive to foster confident, joyful individuals who love learning and are supported in reaching their full potential. Located on the Hawes Down Primary School grounds, Linden Leas boasts a spacious outdoor area next to the school's playing field. The mixed-age group approach mirrors a family setting, ensuring continuity for children as they don't need to change rooms or groups, encouraging peer learning and support. The preschool maintains an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, achieved in October 2023. Linden Leas welcomes all families and operates a waiting list system, considering factors such as urgent needs, birth date, siblings (both at the preschool and Hawes Down Primary), families moving into the area, and registration date for admissions. While parents can choose sessions based on their needs, the preschool recommends a minimum of two sessions on different days to help children build a sense of belonging. They are an inclusive setting with significant experience in supporting children with diverse needs, working proactively with professionals and offering ongoing training to provide the best possible care. Our ethos Linden Leas Pre School believes the early years are crucial for development and aims to foster confident, joyful individuals who love learning. Their approach prioritises the child's individual needs and utilises a mixed-age group to create a family setting that encourages peer learning and support. What it's like Children flourish in this nurturing and inclusive pre-school, making independent choices and exploring ambitious activities with confidence. Staff use their exceptional knowledge and understanding of children's individual needs to help all children make rapid progress. The pre-school provides a varied and exciting curriculum that inspires children to learn and develop critical-thinking skills. Outstanding Ofsted rating Mixed-age group setting Inclusive and welcoming environment Strong parent partnership ## Pricing & funding This nursery charges different hourly rates based on the child's age, offering full day, morning, and afternoon sessions for two-year-olds and three-to-four-year-olds. Optional breakfast and lunch clubs are available to extend sessions. Fees do not include food or snacks, which can be purchased separately or provided by parents. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are billed termly, with the option to pay in monthly installments in advance. - Full fees must be paid irrespective of illness, holidays, or any other days missed. - Early Years Funding and privately funded sessions do not include food. - Parents must provide a packed lunch for children attending the Lunch Club. - Snacks can be purchased for £1 per session/£2 per full day, or parents can opt out and provide their own. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Linden Leas Pre School Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10285650 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233043)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY465546) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=linden-leas-pre-school-br4-0ba-ey465546) ## Key facts Opening hours Full day: 9.25am – 3.25pm; Morning Session: 8.55am – 11.55am; Afternoon Session: 12.25pm – 3.25pm Session types Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session, Breakfast Club, Lunch Club Age range 2 years to rising 5 Established 1998 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Linden Leas Pre School Last inspected 3 October 2023 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 flourish in this nurturing and inclusive pre-school, making independent choices and exploring ambitious activities with confidence. Staff use their exceptional knowledge and understanding of children's individual needs to help all children make rapid progress. The pre-school provides a varied and exciting curriculum that inspires children to learn and develop critical-thinking skills. Inspector highlights - Children flourish in a nurturing and inclusive pre-school environment. - Leaders and staff plan a varied and exciting curriculum that inspires children to learn. - Children consistently show positive attitudes towards their learning and high levels of engagement. - The leadership and management of the pre-school are inspirational, with children at the centre of everything they do. - Staff have very high expectations of children, and children's independence is an important part of the curriculum. Inspection #10285650 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233043) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents state that these exceptional relationships have helped their children make excellent progress with their development since they started attending. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use their exceptional knowledge and understanding of children's individual needs to help all children make rapid progress, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Strong links with speech and language specialists and a skilled special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) mean that staff receive support to help children who may have delays in language, ensuring all children make exceptional progress in their communication and language abilities. Children with SEND receive excellent support and make the best possible progress at this pre-school, with staff making meticulous assessments and putting detailed support plans in place. Outdoor space A small group of children work together to help their friends carry large hoops outside to continue their play. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: February 2014 - October 2023 Outstanding - October 2017 Outstanding - February 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Linden Leas Pre School ### Is Linden Leas Pre School a private nursery? ### How does Linden Leas Pre School support children with SEND? ### What curriculum does Linden Leas Pre School follow? ### What is the capacity at Linden Leas Pre School? ## Nearby day nurseries in West Wickham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Linden Leas Pre School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham West Wickham · BR4 9AE ](/nursery/rainbow-day-nursery-west-wickham-br4-9ae-2607575) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Cuddly Bear Day Care Nursery West Wickham · BR4 0PX ](/nursery/cuddly-bear-day-care-nursery-br4-0px-2753826) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Hayeswick Day Nursery West Wickham · BR4 9BW 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/hayeswick-west-wickham-br4-9bw-ey307565) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Junior Adventures Group @ Pickhurst BR4 West Wickham · BR4 0HL ](/nursery/junior-adventures-group-pickhurst-br4-br4-0hl-2750109) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Little Birches Pre-School West Wickham · BR4 9JW 4.9(36 reviews) ](/nursery/little-birches-pre-school-br4-9jw-2519716) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Legs Day Nursery & Pre School West Wickham · BR4 0HW 4.9(8 reviews) ](/nursery/little-legs-day-nursery-pre-school-ltd-br4-0hw-ey495054) [See all nurseries in West Wickham →](/search?q=West+Wickham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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