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Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery # Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · Moor Allerton Preparatory School, 131 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M20 2PW · Manchester Number of places 30 places Age range 1–2 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Manchester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Moor Allerton Preparatory School's Nursery provides a nurturing environment for children aged 4 months to 2 years. The school encourages prospective families to visit the campus to experience the atmosphere, explore classrooms, and meet the teaching staff. Individual tours offer a personalised insight into the school community, helping families determine if it aligns with their child's needs. During these visits, prospective parents can also meet the Headteacher and Admissions Team, who are available to answer questions and guide them through the admissions process. The school also offers scheduled Open Days for families interested in a group exploration. Located in Manchester, the school welcomes families considering September or mid-year entry and emphasises a supportive and welcoming learning environment. What it's like Staff create a very warm and welcoming environment where children's uniqueness is celebrated. They develop positive relationships with children and are kind, caring and nurturing in their approach, which has a positive impact on children's sense of belonging and their self-esteem. Children are happy and content, demonstrating confidence and security as they independently choose what they want to play with and showing positive attitudes towards their learning. Personal tours available Individualised attention ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.moorallertonschool.co.uk/admissions/personal-tours-visits) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 5.45pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery Last inspected 11 June 2024 · Karen Cox 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 create a very warm and welcoming environment where children's uniqueness is celebrated. They develop positive relationships with children and are kind, caring and nurturing in their approach, which has a positive impact on children's sense of belonging and their self-esteem. Children are happy and content, demonstrating confidence and security as they independently choose what they want to play with and showing positive attitudes towards their learning. Inspector highlights - The curriculum at this setting helps children to develop the essential skills that they need in readiness for pre-school. - Staff promote a love of reading. - Staff support children to develop an understanding of early mathematics. - Children have many opportunities to learn about the world around them. - Children benefit from regular outdoor play. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to develop a greater understanding of how children learn to ensure that learning is sequential and builds on what children already know and can do - 2 review the arrangements for hygiene and ensure that procedures are consistently followed. Inspection #10350425 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252062) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10350425 Lead inspector Karen Cox Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252062)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2691725) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=moor-allerton-preparatory-school-nursery-m20-2pw-2691725) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > how much their children enjoy attending Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children benefit from regular outdoor play. They skilfully operate wheeled toys, navigating the space available. Children develop skills such as balancing, climbing and jumping. Furthermore, additional activities, such as yoga and dance, help children to move their bodies confidently and become aware of the importance of being physically active. Inspection history Most recent inspection 11 June 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252062) ## Frequently asked about Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery ### What outdoor space does Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery have? ### What are the main strengths at Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery? ### Is Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery Ofsted registered? ### Which area does Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery serve? ## Nearby day nurseries in Manchester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Moor Allerton Preparatory School - Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool Manchester · M20 2DY 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-didsbury-day-nursery-and-preschool-m20-2dy-500116) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.5 mi ### The Wood School at Paupers Wood Manchester · M20 2DU ](/nursery/the-wood-school-at-paupers-wood-m20-2du-ey480921) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.5 mi ### PSP c/o WD Manchester · M20 4ZA ](/nursery/psp-c-o-wd-m20-4za-2764725) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Didsbury Village Day Nursery Manchester · M20 6BB 3.7(9 reviews) ](/nursery/didsbury-village-day-nursery-m20-6bb-ey367552) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Kids Planet Christie Fields Manchester · M21 7QY 4.7(19 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-christie-fields-m21-7qy-2593086) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Christie Day Nursery Manchester · M20 3LJ ](/nursery/christie-day-nursery-m20-3lj-ey394022) [See all nurseries in Manchester →](/search?q=Manchester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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