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Mortimer Pre-School # Mortimer Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · St John's Village Hall, 22 West End Road, Reading, RG7 3TF · West Berkshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority West Berkshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mortimer Pre-School, established in 1964 and located in St. John's Hall, Mortimer, offers a play-based learning environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. The pre-school prioritises a safe, happy, and stimulating atmosphere where children are encouraged to learn through exploration and play. They provide a range of activities, including baking, gardening, and messy play, fostering self-confidence, independence, and a motivation to learn. The pre-school boasts a dedicated staff team with a low turnover, ensuring consistent and continuous care for the children. This commitment to staff development includes regular training opportunities. Mortimer Pre-School values parental involvement, offering various ways for parents and carers to contribute to their child's education, from joining the committee to assisting with practical tasks like gardening. Ofsted has rated Mortimer Pre-School as "Good" in all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Our ethos Mortimer Pre-School offers a play-based learning environment for children aged 2 to 5 years, fostering self-confidence, independence, and a motivation to learn through exploration and play. They are committed to providing a safe, happy, and stimulating atmosphere, valuing parental involvement in their child's education. What it's like Children are happy and clearly enjoy their time at this welcoming pre-school. They benefit from good staff support, which helps them feel safe and secure, and they make good progress in their learning. Children are focused, engaged, and demonstrate determination and curiosity as they play and explore. Play-based learning Low staff turnover Parental involvement Ofsted rated "Good" ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 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-Thursday: 9am-3pm, Friday: 9am-12pm (term time only) Session types Morning (9am-12pm), Afternoon (12pm-3pm), Full day (9am-3pm) Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1992 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mortimer Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10399356 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283072)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/507885) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=mortimer-pre-school-rg7-3tf-507885) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mortimer Pre-School Last inspected 19 June 2025 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 Children are happy and clearly enjoy their time at this welcoming pre-school. They benefit from good staff support, which helps them feel safe and secure, and they make good progress in their learning. Children are focused, engaged, and demonstrate determination and curiosity as they play and explore. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and clearly enjoy their time at this welcoming pre-school. - The management team and staff are clearly dedicated to maximising learning for the children. - Children have many opportunities to be physically active. - Children show good independence skills. - Staff work closely with parents to build effective partnerships. Areas to develop - 1 review snack time to ensure that there is a fully consistent approach to promoting children's good health - 2 build on the arrangements for staff supervision and training, to further develop their skills and raise the quality of teaching. Inspection #10399356 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283072) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children benefit highly from the consistent approach that staff have for working in partnership with parents and other professionals involved in their care. Outdoor space Children enjoy the time they spend in the garden, where they run and negotiate obstacles as they push wheeled toys around the patio area. Children show that they have good control of their bodies as they move them in different ways when participating in yoga and physical education sessions. Inspection history Date: March 2011 - June 2025 Good - November 2019 Outstanding - February 2015 Outstanding - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Mortimer Pre-School ### Is Mortimer Pre-School suitable for under-twos? ### Does the setting offer holiday club or wraparound care? ### How can Mortimer Pre-School be contacted? ### How does Mortimer Pre-School support children with SEND? ### What is Mortimer Pre-School working on improving? ### What outdoor space does Mortimer Pre-School use? ## Nearby day nurseries in Reading Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mortimer Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Jubilee Day Nursery Reading · RG7 4JD 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/jubilee-day-nursery-rg7-4jd-507893) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### Jubilee Gems Reading · RG7 4JA ](/nursery/jubilee-gems-rg7-4ja-ey449377) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### Butter Daisy Nursery Tadley · RG26 5BH ](/nursery/butter-daisy-nursery-rg26-5bh-ey472934) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.6 mi ### Farm View Day Nursery Reading · RG7 1HT 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/farm-view-day-nursery-rg7-1ht-ey552392) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Tiny Town Kindergarten Tadley · RG26 4JH ](/nursery/tiny-town-kindergarten-rg26-4jh-509570) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Cedars Day Nursery and Pre-School Reading · RG7 4LR 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/cedars-day-nursery-and-pre-school-rg7-4lr-2676504) [See all nurseries in Reading →](/search?q=Reading) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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