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Long Bennington Pre-School # Long Bennington Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · St James Hall, Main Road, Newark, NG23 5DJ · Lincolnshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Long Bennington Pre-School, located in Newark, NG23 5DJ, offers a nurturing and engaging environment where children can learn and develop essential life skills through play. The pre-school operates during term-time, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. They welcome children for part or full sessions, and those staying for lunch are requested to bring a packed lunch. The curriculum is carefully designed to provide a balance of structured activities and free play, catering to each child's individual needs and interests. The pre-school aims to foster creativity, curiosity, and independence, instilling a love for learning and preparing children for a smooth transition to school. They are an Ofsted-rated "Good" provider, with inspectors highlighting the effective key-person system, the staff's skilful support, and the children's understanding of their surroundings. Long Bennington Pre-School is a registered charity, and they are always happy to meet new families and answer any questions regarding their approach or funding options. They can be contacted via email or phone, and encourage prospective families to visit and experience the pre-school firsthand. Our ethos At Long Bennington Pre-School, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can play, learn, and develop essential life skills. We believe that learning through play is the foundation for early childhood development, allowing children to explore, experiment, and grow in confidence while building social, emotional, and cognitive abilities. Our carefully planned curriculum offers a balanced mix of structured and free-play activities, designed to support each child’s individual needs and interests. By fostering creativity, curiosity, and independence, we help children develop a love for learning while preparing them for a smooth and confident transition to school. What it's like Children confidently and excitedly enter the pre-school, leaving parents with ease at the door. They develop a sense of belonging and enjoy playing with friends, showing kindness and sharing toys. The effective key-person system helps children feel safe and secure, encouraging them to explore the well-planned environment with curiosity. Play-based learning Ofsted rated good Registered Charity ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on a flat hourly rate for children aged two to four years for hours not covered by funding. No extra fees are charged for snacks, local nature reserve trips, or minor lateness. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Hourly rate applies to both 2-year-olds and 3-to-4-year-olds. - Fees are only payable for hours not covered by funding. - No extra charges for snacks, local trips, or minor lateness. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Long Bennington Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10236524 Lead inspector Lianne McElvaney Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190061)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY482742) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://longbenningtonpreschool.weebly.com/) St James Hall, Main Road, Newark, NG23 5DJ Opening hours Monday to Friday, term-time, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.75877/52.99645/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Newark - [Day nurseries in Newark](/search?q=Newark) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=long-bennington-pre-school-ng23-5dj-ey482742) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, term-time, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Food Children staying over lunchtime are requested to bring a packed lunch. Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Long Bennington Pre-School Last inspected 27 June 2022 · Lianne McElvaney 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 confidently and excitedly enter the pre-school, leaving parents with ease at the door. They develop a sense of belonging and enjoy playing with friends, showing kindness and sharing toys. The effective key-person system helps children feel safe and secure, encouraging them to explore the well-planned environment with curiosity. Inspector highlights - Children confidently and excitedly enter the pre-school, leaving parents with ease at the door. - Children have lots of opportunities to practise their communication and language skills, for example they enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. - Staff consistently encourage children's independence, for example at snack time children serve themselves. - Children learn about similarities and differences between themselves and others, for example they look at pictures of different aged men, women and children from a variety of cultures. - Children's physical health is promoted well through provision of nutritious snacks, regular fresh air, and exercise. Areas to develop - 1 refine the implementation of the curriculum, to focus sharply on children's next steps in learning - 2 extend the partnerships with parents further to help all parents understand how to support their child's individual learning at home. Inspection #10236524 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190061) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children's physical health is promoted well through regular fresh air and exercise. Staff provide ample opportunity for all children to be physically active outdoors; for example, children enjoy pretending to drive tractors and talk about moving hay bales as they have seen their parents doing this at home. Inspection history Date: September 2016 - June 2022 Good - September 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Long Bennington Pre-School ### What is Long Bennington Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Long Bennington Pre-School? ### Does Long Bennington Pre-School accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Long Bennington Pre-School? ### Does Long Bennington Pre-School offer outdoor play? ### Is Long Bennington Pre-School a charity? ### What kind of environment does Long Bennington Pre-School offer? ### How can I contact Long Bennington Pre-School? ## About the setting Long Bennington Pre-School registered in 2014. The pre-school employs five members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 6 and three at level 3. The pre-school opens from Monday to Friday, term time only, with sessions from 9am until 3.15pm. The pre-school offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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