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Mansbridge Community Pre-School

Ofsted: Outstanding
(May 2025)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Mansbridge Primary School, Octavia Road, SOUTHAMPTON, SO18 2LX · Southampton
Number of places
30 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2025
Local authority
Southampton

About this day nursery

Mansbridge Community Pre-School, situated in Southampton, SO18 2LX, caters to children from 2 years old, expanding its age range to include infants aged 3 months to 5 years from September 2026. The pre-school operates during term time, offering flexible session options including morning, afternoon, and full-day care with an additional lunch session.

A key aspect of their provision is their acceptance of various government-funded schemes, such as 15 hours for 3 and 4-year-olds and the 30-hour working parent entitlement, alongside two-year-old funding for eligible families. They also provide non-funded sessions for those requiring additional childcare.

The pre-school emphasises a focus on children's development through engaging activities and encourages independence, even suggesting practical clothing choices for messy play. Operating hours are set to extend from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with plans for further expansion to 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM from September 2025, accommodating earlier drop-offs and later pickups.

What it's like

Children thrive at this outstanding pre-school as staff place them at the heart of everything they do. Children arrive excitedly and separate from their parents with ease. They immediately choose what they would like to do and engage in play.

Term-time onlyAccepts government fundingExpanding age range from 2026

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around three-hour sessions, with additional charges for lunch cover, extra hours, and after-school care. Wrap-around care is available for older children. A voluntary consumables fee applies to funded hours. Pricing is set to update in September 2026 with new breakfast and after-school club rates.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Good to know

  • Voluntary consumables and extra-curricular fee of 75p per 3-hour session applies to funded hours.
  • Breakfast clubs (starting September 2026) include breakfast.
  • Wrap-around after-school care is available for children aged 4 to 11.
  • Uniform items are available for purchase at set prices.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (from 1st April 2026: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM; from Sept 2025: 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM)

Age range

2+ years (from Sept 2026: 3 months to 5 years)

Session types

Morning session, Lunch session, Afternoon session, All day session

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Mansbridge Community Pre-School

Last inspected 16 May 2025

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive at this outstanding pre-school as staff place them at the heart of everything they do. Children arrive excitedly and separate from their parents with ease. They immediately choose what they would like to do and engage in play.

Inspector highlights

  • A well planned curriculum and stimulating environment encourages children to explore and investigate.
  • Staff consistently introduce and encourage children to use new vocabulary which enables them to communicate effectively.
  • Mealtimes are exceptionally well organised and incredibly calm, creating a wonderful home-from-home sociable experience.
  • Leadership and management is exceptional, with a dedicated team working hard to provide the best opportunities for children.
  • Partnership with parents is outstanding, with staff providing many learning at home resources and regular updates on children's progress.
Inspection #10394841 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs/and or disabilities (SEND) and children who speak English as an additional language, make rapid progress from their starting points. The knowledgeable staff complete prompt referrals to other agencies to help to ensure children get the support they need at the earliest opportunity.

Outdoor space

The report does not provide details on outdoor space and physical play, beyond mentioning that funding is used for coaching sessions to support physical development and gross motor skills.

Parent Reviews of Mansbridge Community Pre-School

5.0
(2)
Nic
9 years ago

Currently my child is at this preschool. They're so accommodating and friendly. I feel relaxed leaving my child in their care :) thank you Mansbridge Community Pre-school. Excellent preschool.

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Kim Ball
9 years ago

All 5 of my children have attended this pre school and have learnt so much.. staff are amazing 😊

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Inspection history

Date: September 2019

  • May 2025Outstanding
  • September 2019Outstanding

Frequently asked about Mansbridge Community Pre-School

About the setting

Mansbridge Community Pre-School registered initially in 2000 and then reregistered in 2017, due to a change in legal status. It operates from within the grounds of Mansbridge Primary School in Southampton. The pre-school is open during school term time only, with sessions running from 8.30am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. The pre-school employs 11 members of staff, with the manager holding an early years qualification at level 6. The pre-school provides funded early education for children aged two, three and four years.

URN
EY546269
Registered person
Mansbridge Community Pre-School CIO
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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