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[West Midlands](/search?region=West+Midlands) 4. London Road Playgroup And Pre-School # London Road Playgroup And Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2022) · 4.0 (5 parent reviews) · London Road Playgroup & Pre School, Victoria Avenue, Worcester, WR5 1ED · Worcestershire Number of places 62 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Worcestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery London Road Playgroup & Pre-school is a well-established early years setting in Worcester, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where children learn and develop through play. They offer comprehensive facilities for playgroup, pre-school, and a unique Forest School experience, aiming to foster independence, confidence, and a love for learning. The playgroup focuses on creating a high-quality, caring atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on friendly and helpful staff who are integral to the children's positive experience. Established to serve the local community, the setting strives to make every child and parent feel welcome, ensuring a supportive start to their educational journey. They actively promote healthy eating and use various topics to engage children in diverse learning experiences, all within a safe and stimulating environment. Our ethos "London Road Playgroup & Pre-school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where children learn and develop through play. They offer a unique Forest School experience aiming to foster independence, confidence, and a love for learning. The playgroup focuses on creating a high-quality, caring atmosphere with a strong emphasis on friendly and helpful staff." What it's like Children who attend this setting are extremely happy and relish taking part in the different activities that are available to them. Superb consideration is given to enable children to develop their own ideas and make choices for themselves. Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they show empathy and kindness to their friends. Learning through play Forest School Caring environment Community-focused ## Pricing & funding 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://lrpg.co.uk/testimonial/always-made-to-feel-very-welcome) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday term time only. Sessions are from 9am until midday, midday until 3pm or 9am until 3pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2018 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of London Road Playgroup And Pre-School Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10194445 Lead inspector Rebecca Johnson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187107)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2507798) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=london-road-playgroup-and-pre-school-wr5-1ed-2507798) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for London Road Playgroup And Pre-School Last inspected 25 May 2022 · Rebecca Johnson 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 who attend this setting are extremely happy and relish taking part in the different activities that are available to them. Superb consideration is given to enable children to develop their own ideas and make choices for themselves. Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they show empathy and kindness to their friends. Inspector highlights - The setting benefits from a well-established leadership team, who are highly motivated and have a wealth of experience. - Staff attend copious amounts of training to further their knowledge and skills. - The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is superb. - All children develop a deep-rooted enjoyment of being outdoors. - Older children are exceptionally well prepared for the move on to school. Areas to develop - 1 not all resources are readily available on each day. Therefore, staff have successfully introduced systems, such as a photo catalogue, to enable children to extend their own learning and make choices within the learning environment. - 2 staff innovatively introduce days where children arrive to find few, or no resources have been put out. Children use their negotiating skills as they discuss with each other and make decisions about what they want to play with. Inspection #10194445 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187107) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is superb. The special educational needs coordinator works tirelessly to involve other professionals and ensure children receive the support they need. Staff recognise children's individual needs and adapt the curriculum and routines. This ensures that all children can participate at their own level in an environment in which they feel confident and comfortable. Outdoor space All children develop a deep-rooted enjoyment of being outdoors. They participate in outdoor activities daily. Pre-school children delight as they take part in a forest school session. They enthusiastically jump and splash in a large muddy puddle, squealing with delight as they cover themselves and their friends in mud. ## Parent Reviews of London Road Playgroup And Pre-School 4.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXNGzeo3uQEWOA7xXxz1wVrTPeFLrgLOAihBMZeUr32g1r-vem-ZA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Debbie Dillon 2 years ago Can not fault the care and quality London Road Playgroup provide for my child. Everyone is so lovely and very organised. I would give more than 5 stars if I could! 😊 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNleE9uZ1RREAE!2m1!1s0x4870f061611fceed:0xa6d7ad33284dddd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJaWTpYxKWvEw5G2Og1HF3c8AySEfvuKeeQwliRe5yjyg2LUA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lynda Buzza 7 years ago Absolutely amazing nursery. My daughter went here for 2 years and loved every minute of it. The staff are just excellent and so welcoming. My daughter learnt so much in her time here. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3aDlYZHVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870f061611fceed:0xa6d7ad33284dddd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLDP4IfWmA7sdQeQ5eYrXyUOVab1GesNeGJynHOseOvBfo0MA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Stuart Harris 8 years ago Both our children attended. Staff are excellent and get the most out of the children by varying activities. Like the fact they are not afraid to get them out and about. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnLWEzX1l3EAE!2m1!1s0x4870f061611fceed:0xa6d7ad33284dddd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJSfqk7PEOZbxgKxVkT-Cph52HIU9eqCP9PDr1XuuoNiW3JrQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Paul Coombes 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoODVhOGhBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870f061611fceed:0xa6d7ad33284dddd6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWBoKgApU9zN5AH-zrkWeenVJejBr33JUpiBl_AqClbgOukikzGhw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Galih S 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBMDhERGJBEAE!2m1!1s0x4870f061611fceed:0xa6d7ad33284dddd6) Reviews from Google for London Road Playgroup And Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12022268165519957462&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 25 May 2022 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187107) ## Frequently asked about London Road Playgroup And Pre-School ### What type of nursery is London Road Playgroup And Pre-School? ### Open hours at London Road Playgroup And Pre-School? ### Is London Road Playgroup And Pre-School Ofsted registered? ### How does London Road Playgroup And Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths of London Road Playgroup And Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Worcester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to London Road Playgroup And Pre-School. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Lighthouse Family Centre Worcester · WR5 1LN ](/nursery/lighthouse-family-centre-wr5-1ln-2825485) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Battenhall Nursery Worcester · WR5 2HW ](/nursery/battenhall-nursery-wr5-2hw-ey556278) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Wishing Well Nursery - Rainbow Hill Worcester · WR3 8LX 5.0(29 reviews) ](/nursery/wishing-well-nursery-rainbow-hill-wr3-8lx-ey491220) - [ Provider closed 0.8 mi ### WLZ, The Lodge Worcester · WR1 1LH ](/nursery/wlz-the-lodge-wr1-1lh-2830302) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Poppins Day Nursery Worcester · WR2 4AJ 4.9(28 reviews) ](/nursery/poppins-day-nursery-wr2-4aj-ey378870) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Partou Worcester Royal Day Nursery & Pre-School Worcester · WR5 1DD 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-worcester-royal-day-nursery-pre-school-wr5-1dd-2724761) [See all nurseries in Worcester →](/search?q=Worcester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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