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Mawnan Pre-School # Mawnan Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Mawnan Pre-School, Carwinion Playing Field, Falmouth, TR11 5JD · Cornwall Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Cornwall About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mawnan Pre-School, located in Falmouth, Cornwall, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from two years old until they begin school. As a registered charity for over 35 years, the pre-school is committed to providing a strong foundation for local children in a purpose-built facility. The setting boasts an open-plan play area equipped with various toys, books, and craft materials, complemented by a partially covered outdoor playground for year-round activities. The staff and voluntary committee are dedicated to fostering a safe and engaging atmosphere, promoting learning through play both indoors and outdoors. The curriculum is balanced, offering a wide array of activities, including regular visits from Sports 4 Tots, yoga, and cookery sessions. Emphasising a healthy lifestyle, Mawnan Pre-School also implements a healthy eating programme. The pre-school frequently takes advantage of its natural surroundings, organising trips to local beaches, Carwinion woods, and Trebah Gardens, encouraging children to explore and learn in diverse settings. What it's like Children arrive confidently and happily, enjoying their time at the setting and developing skills and knowledge to prepare them well for the next stage of learning. Staff have high expectations and an ambitious curriculum, leading to children being curious, engaged, and making good progress. Children develop good social skills and behave well, learning to share and take turns. Charity-run Outdoor learning opportunities Healthy eating programme Term-time only ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges per session for morning, afternoon, and wrap-around clubs. Breakfast and lunch clubs are available as add-on options that must be booked in advance. A daily snack fee applies, which is billed on a half-termly basis. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Breakfast Club must be booked in advance. - Lunch Club is available for morning children and must be booked in advance. - Snack fees are payable on a half-termly basis. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am – 3pm (term-time only) Session types Breakfast Club, Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Lunch Club Food Healthy food policy; snack fee applies; lunch club available Age range 2 years to school age Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mawnan Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10398560 Lead inspector Victoria Jones Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281489)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/102923) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=mawnan-pre-school-tr11-5jd-102923) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mawnan Pre-School Last inspected 3 June 2025 · Victoria Jones 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 confidently and happily, enjoying their time at the setting and developing skills and knowledge to prepare them well for the next stage of learning. Staff have high expectations and an ambitious curriculum, leading to children being curious, engaged, and making good progress. Children develop good social skills and behave well, learning to share and take turns. Inspector highlights - Children arrive confidently and happily and develop skills and knowledge to prepare them well for the next stage of learning, including school. - Staff have high expectations for children's learning and have created an ambitious curriculum. - Children develop good social skills and behave well. - Staff read stories to children in lively voices, capturing their attention. - There is a strong focus on supporting children in building their physical skills. Areas to develop - 1 enhance staff professional development to ensure all areas of practice continue to improve over time - 2 extend opportunities for children to develop independence skills. Inspection #10398560 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281489) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that communication is effective and they feel kept up to date with their children's activities and progress. > Parents recommend the setting to others. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space In the outdoor area, toddlers happily push toy babies in prams. Pre-school children politely say 'excuse me' to their peers as they build an obstacle course using wooden planks and tyres. Children are guided to develop physical skills like jumping, running, climbing and catching a ball. Inspection history Date: April 2007 - July 2025 Good - June 2025 Good - November 2019 Good - October 2019 Good - August 2014 Good - July 2014 Good - March 2011 Requires improvement - October 2007 Requires improvement - April 2007 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Mawnan Pre-School ### What are the opening hours at Mawnan Pre-School? ### How can Mawnan Pre-School be contacted? ### What curriculum approach does Mawnan Pre-School use? ### Which funded hours does Mawnan Pre-School accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Falmouth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mawnan Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Little Tree Woodland School Falmouth · TR11 5RF ](/nursery/little-tree-woodland-school-tr11-5rf-2501582) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Smiling Faces Pre-School Falmouth · TR11 4SU ](/nursery/smiling-faces-pre-school-tr11-4su-ey248943) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.7 mi ### Daisy Fays Falmouth Falmouth · TR11 4SN 5.0(25 reviews) ](/nursery/daisy-fays-falmouth-tr11-4sn-2803970) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### TARQ'S ARQ Falmouth · TR11 3BZ ](/nursery/tarq-s-arq-limited-tr11-3bz-2743193) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Little Wonders Nursery Falmouth Falmouth · TR11 4RH ](/nursery/little-wonders-nursery-falmouth-tr11-4rh-ey299646) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.9 mi ### Naturally Learning Falmouth Falmouth · TR11 2EG ](/nursery/naturally-learning-falmouth-tr11-2eg-ey556297) [See all nurseries in Falmouth →](/search?q=Falmouth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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