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Milford Pre-School Plus

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Sept 2025)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·Milford Pre-School Plus Ltd, Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF · Hampshire
Number of places
26 places
Age range
3–5 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Milford Pre-School Plus Ltd, situated within the grounds of Milford-on-Sea Primary School, is an independent early years provider dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational space for young children. Their experienced team, many with over two decades of service, are committed to a child-centred, play-based approach, supporting each child's development.

The curriculum is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and essential skills in communication, problem-solving, and social interaction. They welcome children from 2 years and 9 months old with three intake periods annually.

Beyond the pre-school, they offer an Ofsted-registered After School Club for Milford-on-Sea Primary School students, providing a safe and engaging environment with various activities and a healthy snack. Additionally, a Holiday Club runs during school breaks, offering diverse activities, including arts and crafts, sports, baking, and frequent visits to their Forest School area.

Milford Pre-School Plus aims to be a welcoming environment where every child's unique learning journey is supported, whether it's their first experience in a learning setting or a step towards greater challenges.

What it's like

Children flourish in this exceptional setting due to dedicated staff who have created a home-from-home atmosphere where children's cultural traditions and family languages are celebrated. Children's opinions are highly valued, with staff encouraging them to explain choices and empowering them to contribute ideas, fostering positive self-esteem and enabling them to thrive.

Ofsted OutstandingForest SchoolChild-centred approach

Pricing & funding

The holiday club charges flat rates for half-day and full-day sessions. Fees do not include food, so parents must provide snacks and a packed lunch.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Children must bring their own snack and packed lunch.

Key facts

Opening hours

After School Club: 3:15pm to 5:45pm each school day

Session types

Half Day Session (Holiday Club), Full Day Session (Holiday Club)

Age range

2 years 9 months onwards

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Milford Pre-School Plus

Last inspected 26 September 2025 · David Watkins

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 flourish in this exceptional setting due to dedicated staff who have created a home-from-home atmosphere where children's cultural traditions and family languages are celebrated. Children's opinions are highly valued, with staff encouraging them to explain choices and empowering them to contribute ideas, fostering positive self-esteem and enabling them to thrive.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have created an extremely nurturing learning environment with an inclusive, well-sequenced curriculum.
  • There is excellent support for children with SEND and those with speech and language difficulties.
  • The forest school leader and staff work hard to ensure that the forest school is central to children's experiences and development.
  • Staff embed the exploration of letters and sounds throughout the pre-school, developing children's speaking and listening skills early on.
  • Experienced, inspirational leaders organise regular observations of teaching practice and provide constructive feedback to staff.
Inspection #10407442 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) develop their confidence rapidly because teaching is fully inclusive and staff go above and beyond to meet children's individual needs. There is excellent support for children with SEND and those with speech and language difficulties. Staff make accurate assessments of children when they start and use this information to identify any delays in development. Staff work closely with parents and specialist professionals so that children receive the targeted support they need at the very earliest stage.

Outdoor space

In the forest school, staff provide effective supervision while giving children the freedom to explore. Staff assist children to think in greater detail about the rules and why they are important, for example considering why some trees are unsafe to climb. Through careful trial and error, children learn to master a range of physical skills, for example how to distribute their weight on a rope swing for a safer balance and better swing.

Parent Reviews of Milford Pre-School Plus

5.0
(3)
Jo Saddler
7 years ago

My nephew goes here and he loves it! How many kids get to toast their food on a bonfire that they helped build! He loves the forest school sessions, so much outdoor time which is what he needs. The lady that runs it is so lovely and my nephew says she’s amazing at lighting fires!!

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Ana P
12 years ago

Amazing place, caring, nuturing and educational, the children that attend are very lucky. Professional staff, Sarah and her team are the best. Lots of delightful activities inside a super play space. Great links with the school and use of a large allotment. Also super links with the community, being involved with all local events. Can not praise this pre school plus enough.

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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2025

Date: September 2011

  • September 2025Outstanding
  • January 2020Good
  • March 2013Outstanding
  • September 2011Outstanding

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