--- title: "Merry-Go-Round Pre-School, Kingsbridge | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/merry-go-round-pre-school-tq7-2sj-ey292062 description: "Merry-Go-Round Pre-School in Kingsbridge — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Merry-Go-Round Pre-School Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Merry Go Round Pre School, Stokenham, KINGSBRIDGE, TQ7 2SJ · Devon Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Devon ## About this early years setting Merry-Go-Round Pre-School in Stokenham, Kingsbridge, registered in 2004, provides a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged two to four. The dedicated team of five staff, including a manager with a Level 4 early years qualification and others working towards or holding Level 3 qualifications, fosters a love for learning through a well-planned curriculum. Children are warmly welcomed and encouraged to develop confidence and independence, with a strong focus on their emotional well-being through activities like "pamper sessions" and discussions about their feelings. The pre-school actively involves parents in fundraising and offers opportunities for them to contribute their skills, fostering a positive home-nursery bond. Children benefit from a rich outdoor play area, where they engage in activities like making bird feeders and learning about nature, supporting their understanding of the world around them. The pre-school operates during term time, from Monday to Friday, with sessions running from 9:15 am to 3:15 pm, offering funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. What it's like Children enter this pre-school with enthusiasm and are warmly welcomed by friendly and nurturing staff. They demonstrate high levels of confidence, behave well and show a positive attitude to learning. Children feel safe in their environment and with the staff who care for them. They spontaneously give adults a cuddle or invite them into their play. Confident children Nurturing staff Outdoor play Emotional well-being Parent partnership ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, term time only. Sessions are from 9.15am to 3.15pm. Term time / All Year Term_time_only Registered with Ofsted 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Merry-Go-Round Pre-School Last inspected 21 February 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children enter this pre-school with enthusiasm and are warmly welcomed by friendly and nurturing staff. - They demonstrate high levels of confidence, behave well and show a positive attitude to learning. - Staff plan and deliver the curriculum well to ensure that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, develop into confident and independent learners. - Staff focus on supporting children's mental health through activities like 'pamper sessions'. - Children play well together and show respect towards others and the environment. - Parents are highly involved with raising funds with staff to benefit the pre-school, building a positive parent and staff relationship. - The pre-school has formed positive links with the local community and has received donated items, such as daffodil bulbs. - Children develop a love of books and enjoy listening to staff read traditional tales and creating their own stories. Areas to develop - 1 Although parent partnerships are effective, staff do not always provide a consistent approach in supporting children's learning at home to help them make even more progress. - 2 engage consistently with children, particularly during quiet times, to help them recall and build on their existing knowledge. Inspection #10299838 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242750) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff plan and deliver the curriculum well to ensure that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, develop into confident and independent learners. Outdoor space Children enjoy outdoor activities, such as making bird feeders with lard and seed. Staff talk to children about different seasons and how birds need additional food in winter. This helps to support children's understanding of the world. Children talk about the texture of the lard and how it feels soft and sticky. Staff extend the activity to help further develop children's hand-eye coordination. ## Google Reviews of Merry-Go-Round Pre-School 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Emma Louise Hutchinson 9 years ago My son attended Merry Go Round from 2 - 4 years old, when he left for primary school. The preschool and it's staff have a wonderful attitude towards nurturing the children in their care. As a parent, I was well supported with any concerns and included in decisions. The setting allows children to play indoors and outdoors, builds their confidence and helps them achieve new skills without any pressure. My son loved the large sandpit, indoor activities and story time. Merry Go Round also offer a fabulous Forest School session each week. The children are able to enjoy the outdoors under the supervision of an experienced forest school teacher. We have many lovely memories of his years at Merry Go Round and I believe it was really important in giving my son a confident start in life. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBbGZLclFBEAE!2m1!1s0x486d21cbef08e151:0x2bce71cbe2bf380e) Emma Parker 9 years ago My daughter went here and loved it! The staff are lovely and really friendly and the children grow and develop as individuals thanks to the care and ethos at Merry Go Round.The outdoor area is amazing with woodland area and huge sandpit,inside is full of resources for the children to play with aswell,would highly recommend to anyone looking for a pre school for their child. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBcmJITDd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x486d21cbef08e151:0x2bce71cbe2bf380e) Andrew Pieterse 9 years ago Both my children have attended Marry-Go-Round and we couldn't be happier with Emma and the staff there. Both the boys love being there and playing in the garden area when the weather is nice. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRcjd6dGlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d21cbef08e151:0x2bce71cbe2bf380e) Alice Butterworth 9 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnLXRYMnlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d21cbef08e151:0x2bce71cbe2bf380e) Reviews from Google for Merry-Go-Round Pre-School. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=3156585509329778702&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2024 Date: December 2009 - February 2024 Good - May 2023 Requires improvement - November 2017 Good - January 2015 Good - December 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Merry-Go-Round Pre-School ### How did Merry-Go-Round Pre-School do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### When is Merry-Go-Round Pre-School open? ### What does Merry-Go-Round Pre-School do well? ### Which areas is Merry-Go-Round Pre-School developing? ### Which funded hours does Merry-Go-Round Pre-School accept? ### How does Merry-Go-Round Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What is the capacity at Merry-Go-Round Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in KINGSBRIDGE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Merry-Go-Round Pre-School. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Stokenham Preschool Centre Kingsbridge · TQ7 2SJ 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stokenham-preschool-centre-tq7-2sj-106232 - Ofsted: Good 4.4 mi ### The Ark At Tresillian Kingsbridge · TQ7 1AW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-ark-at-tresillian-tq7-1aw-2507257 - Ofsted: Outstanding 6.3 mi ### hdc Nursery Dartmouth Dartmouth · TQ6 9HW 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/humpty-dumpty-childcare-tq6-9hw-106136 - Ofsted: Good 6.9 mi ### The Ark in Dartmouth Dartmouth · TQ6 9QS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-ark-in-dartmouth-tq6-9qs-2741417 - Ofsted: Outstanding 8.2 mi ### Venture Hope Cove Kingsbridge · TQ7 3HR 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/venture-hope-cove-tq7-3hr-ey555908 See all nurseries in KINGSBRIDGE →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=KINGSBRIDGE ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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