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Moordown Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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5.0(34 parent reviews)
·Scout Hall, Victoria Park Road, Bournemouth, BH9 2RB · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

About this day nursery

Moordown Pre-School is dedicated to offering enriching learning experiences for children aged 2-5 years, fostering a supportive environment that prepares them for early academic success and school readiness. The pre-school operates with a team committed to providing diverse educational and enjoyable opportunities, ensuring each child can learn and develop to their full potential.

The setting prioritises a welcoming and stimulating atmosphere where children engage in learning through play and exploration. The leadership actively strives to deliver high-quality services for children, with a motivated team collaborating harmoniously to create a safe and nurturing space.

Parents frequently commend the staff for their warmth, friendliness, and caring approach, often highlighting the positive impact on their children's happiness and progress, which they can track through the EY Log app. The preschool also offers a holiday club for extended childcare options.

What it's like

Staff warmly welcome children and families, prioritising discussions with parents about children's interests and development. Children feel a strong sense of belonging, independently finding their name cards and knowing where to put their belongings. They become independent and confident in their abilities.

Play-based learningSchool readiness focusHoliday Club availableStrong parent feedback

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:15pm (term time only)

Session types

Morning session (8:30am-12pm), Afternoon session (12pm-3:15pm), Lunch club (12pm-1pm)

Age range

2-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2012

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Moordown Pre-School

Last inspected 28 February 2023 · Margaret Baird

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 warmly welcome children and families, prioritising discussions with parents about children's interests and development. Children feel a strong sense of belonging, independently finding their name cards and knowing where to put their belongings. They become independent and confident in their abilities.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff are approachable and friendly, warmly welcoming children and families.
  • Children have a strong sense of belonging and feel secure in their daily routines.
  • Children behave well and learn to take turns and cooperate with others.
  • Children benefit from a broad curriculum that includes daily fresh air and exercise.
  • The support for children with additional needs is strong.

Areas to develop

  • 1review adult-led group activities to support all children to become engaged and develop their learning fully
  • 2extend opportunities for staff to share good practice and develop their skills further to raise the standard of teaching to a higher level.
Inspection #10264449 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents appreciate the good communication with staff and value the regular updates about children's progress.

They speak highly of the caring staff team and report that children really enjoy attending.

Parents feel that the manager and staff provide effective support when children need additional help and funding.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The support for children with additional needs is strong. The manager and staff seek advice from other professionals when necessary and implement plans for support. This helps all children to make the progress of which they are capable.

Outdoor space

Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise to support their good health. They develop good physical skills as they balance, climb and skilfully steer bicycles around outdoors.

EAL / language support

Staff support children who speak English as an additional language well. They enable children to use their home language to support their skills in English. In addition, staff use visual aids and signing to ensure all that children become confident communicators.

Parent Reviews of Moordown Pre-School

5.0
(34)
emma andreasen
a year ago

We absolutely love Moordown Preschool! When deciding on a nursery for my son I visited 7 different ones and I'm beyond happy that I settled and decided on here. All the staff are amazing, really loving and nurturing, professional and experienced. The Preschool always has a range of diverse toys/educational activies each day, with a lovely little outside space for them to enjoy too. They keep us well informed and updated, even sending us pictures/videos. My son has blossomed since starting, he looks forward to going into his sessions and always leaves with a big happy smile on his face.

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Shannon Maby
11 months ago

A Truly Exceptional Preschool — 5 Stars Isn’t Enough! I cannot recommend Moordown Preschool highly enough. My journey with them began 13 years ago after a truly awful experience at another preschool (thankfully no longer around). From the moment my eldest son joined Moordown, the difference was like night and day. Although we didn’t yet know he was autistic, the staff were incredible — supportive, perceptive, and proactive. They were instrumental in helping us start the EHCP process, which made a world of difference for him. Two years later, I confidently sent his younger brother there, and now, after a surprise pregnancy, my youngest is attending too — and I wouldn’t dream of sending him anywhere else. He is also autistic and currently slightly non-verbal, but the staff have gone above and beyond to support him, even learning sign language to communicate with him effectively. Their warmth, patience, and gentle firmness create the perfect environment for learning and growth. Moordown Preschool is everything a parent could wish for — caring, inclusive, flexible, and completely transparent. Their understanding of both children's and parents’ needs is truly exceptional. On top of all that, their fees are very reasonable and competitive. It’s rare to find a setting that you can trust so completely, but Moordown is exactly that. I recommend them to every parent I know.

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Paul Barnfather
11 months ago

Moved to the area 8 months ago. One of our biggest priorities was finding a pre school for our daughter. Moordown preschool ticked all the boxes for what we were looking for. The staff are all friendly and great with the children. Lots of activities and learning take place. We couldn’t thank them enough. Our daughter is so happy and can’t wait to start full time in September. Thank you Suzie and the team. Highly recommended

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Leoku Wicks
4 months ago

I was lucky enough to have both my kids go here. What a fantastic place for them to start their journey. Staff a super brilliant and on it. I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. Special thanks to Suzy and Grace.

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Joely Clarke
11 months ago

Moordown pre-school is a happy and nurturing place with kind and dedicated practitioners. My child is extremely happy here and I love receiving photos and updates of him having a great time. I always feel happy taking him in knowing that he will be well looked after and have a lovely day of learning and playing.

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Inspection history

Date: September 2012

  • February 2023Good
  • June 2017Good
  • September 2013Good
  • September 2012Inadequate

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