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My four year old son has attended for several months and I find the setting to be remarkable in every way: so caring and holistic. Jan and her team work so hard to make fun, engaging and challenging activities for the children every day and are always supportive, friendly and kind. An outstanding early years setting doing fantastic work.", "datePublished": "2024-07-12T15:33:11.216358Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dee Matthews" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter attended for over 2 years and thrived at this setting. The staff are creative, nurturing and accomodated all our needs. She enjoyed playing in the spacious village hall with an abundance of toys, outdoor walks in the area and lots of time playing outdoors. 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[South East](/search?region=South+East) 6. · 7. Milstead Pre-School # Milstead Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · 5.0 (5 Google reviews) · Milstead Village Hall, Rawling Street, Sittingbourne, ME9 0RX · Kent Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this early years setting Milstead Pre-School, established in 2005, operates from Milstead Village Hall in Sittingbourne, Kent, offering childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years during term-time. Open Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm, the pre-school provides a nurturing environment where children feel safe and secure, as highlighted in their latest "Good" Ofsted report from June 2023. Children are encouraged to develop independence, tidying up after mealtimes and preparing for outdoor play. Storytelling is a key focus, with children enjoying reading, looking at books, and acting out stories. Staff support children in making informed choices in their play, such as selecting musical instruments or action songs. The pre-school makes effective use of its surrounding spaces for outdoor learning, offering a range of physical play experiences like running, investigating the cricket ground, and going for walks in the fields to visit cows. The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) works in close partnership with parents and other professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with the manager also supporting a staff member through SENCo training. This commitment ensures children are supported to reach their full potential, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment. What it's like Staff provide children with a nurturing environment, where they feel safe and secure. The children are excited to come into pre-school and quickly settle into their play, for example, exploring the role-play area and using stethoscopes to look after dolls. They develop independence by tidying up after mealtimes and putting on high-visibility vests to play outside. Nurturing Environment Developing Independence Focus on Storytelling Outdoor Play Experiences Supports SEND Good Ofsted Rating ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Milstead Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10289573 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224647)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY305618) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Milstead Village Hall, Rawling Street, Sittingbourne, ME9 0RX ## Explore day nurseries near Sittingbourne - [Day nurseries in Sittingbourne](/search?q=Sittingbourne) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=milstead-pre-school-me9-0rx-ey305618) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Milstead Pre-School Last inspected 22 June 2023 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 Staff provide children with a nurturing environment, where they feel safe and secure. The children are excited to come into pre-school and quickly settle into their play, for example, exploring the role-play area and using stethoscopes to look after dolls. They develop independence by tidying up after mealtimes and putting on high-visibility vests to play outside. Inspector highlights - Staff provide children with a nurturing environment, where they feel safe and secure. - Children develop their independence, helping to tidy up and prepare for outdoor play. - Storytelling is a clear focus, with children enjoying reading, looking at books independently, and acting out stories. - Staff encourage children to make informed choices in their play, such as choosing musical instruments or action songs. - Staff make effective use of the surrounding spaces for a range of physical play experiences, including running, investigating the cricket ground, and going for walks to visit cows. Areas to develop - 1 review how some activities are organised, ensuring that younger children are fully included - 2 build on opportunities to challenge the thinking skills of the most able children to extend their learning even further. Inspection #10289573 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224647) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works closely with parents and other professionals to help support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they reach their full potential. The manager is also assisting a member of staff to undertake SENCo training. Outdoor space Outside play is an important part of the day at the pre-school. Staff make effective use of the surrounding spaces to provide children with a range of physical play experiences, such as running around, investigating the cricket ground and going for walks in the fields to visit the cows. ## Google Reviews of Milstead Pre-School 5.0 (5 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXbSVJXUdM7lYCp9ncLhnPWfpumozS8-tehwk_yG3JVH_Ms0-U=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Laura Barnett a year ago I can’t recommend this wonderful preschool highly enough. My four year old son has attended for several months and I find the setting to be remarkable in every way: so caring and holistic. Jan and her team work so hard to make fun, engaging and challenging activities for the children every day and are always supportive, friendly and kind. An outstanding early years setting doing fantastic work. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNyXzVMRENBEAE!2m1!1s0x47df2b398664ba6f:0xdae3ffb3b7aea7ac) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLn2V5RasmiVEUB0K8fJ8Tr0efWeuiI0wnuRVBY8Iy8c2yBUw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dee Matthews a year ago My daughter attended for over 2 years and thrived at this setting. The staff are creative, nurturing and accomodated all our needs. She enjoyed playing in the spacious village hall with an abundance of toys, outdoor walks in the area and lots of time playing outdoors. We highly reccomend Milstead Preschool. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURINUlfWjd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47df2b398664ba6f:0xdae3ffb3b7aea7ac) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK3mf6T6VNZIQUGy5M9NJQm0ZM8lLRmwZnLDxuXXPF_w7EZZw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Claudiu Ploscariu 2 years ago I highly recommend this preschool. We have seen an amazing development in our toddler since he has been attending. Jan and the team are so loving and caring and they are really looking out for our little ones and getting them involved in a variety of activities indoors and outdoors. Got nothing but good things to say about them. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsODhpNlBREAE!2m1!1s0x47df2b398664ba6f:0xdae3ffb3b7aea7ac) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLz6ALfMyXvToFFDWL1GE9XTaCp8-f0nscl8wMqbpEMN6XJmS-e=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tom W 2 years ago A wonderful preschool, the nicest and most caring staff, my little boy loves it there! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsbmZ1eVRBEAE!2m1!1s0x47df2b398664ba6f:0xdae3ffb3b7aea7ac) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLwPP7piTJb-WRVDYGwUjI8ITKUccolr6UpxOVKLr99a8juBw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Christabel Greenaway 2 years ago Jan and her team are like family. They are so kind and caring. Thank you. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsbmZ2TmRnEAE!2m1!1s0x47df2b398664ba6f:0xdae3ffb3b7aea7ac) Reviews from Google for Milstead Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15772731467327514540&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2009 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - October 2014 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Milstead Pre-School ### What part of the country is Milstead Pre-School in? ### How does Milstead Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What is Milstead Pre-School working on improving? ### When is Milstead Pre-School open? ### Which funded childcare hours does Milstead Pre-School accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sittingbourne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Milstead Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Shooting Box Day Nursery Sittingbourne · ME9 8AE 5.0(7 Google reviews) ](/nursery/shooting-box-day-nursery-me9-8ae-127538) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Woodstock House Day Nursery Sittingbourne · ME9 8EF ](/nursery/woodstock-house-day-nursery-me9-8ef-2532361) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Little Treasures Kindergarten Sittingbourne · ME10 4HE 4.6(11 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-treasures-kindergarten-ltd-me10-4he-ey486778) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sittingbourne Sittingbourne · ME10 4SU 3.9(15 Google reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-sittingbourne-me10-4su-127560) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Johnson Garden Day Nursery Sittingbourne · ME10 1JL 3.7(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/johnson-garden-day-nursery-limited-me10-1jl-ey367141) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### St Peter's Playgroup Sittingbourne · ME10 1AN ](/nursery/st-peter-s-playgroup-me10-1an-2527149) [See all nurseries in Sittingbourne →](/search?q=Sittingbourne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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