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Mucky Pups Pre School # Mucky Pups Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2023) · Lancaster Boys and Girls Club, Dallas Road, LANCASTER, LA1 1TP · Lancashire Number of places 24 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Lancashire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mucky Pups Preschool in Lancaster provides a welcoming and lively environment, prioritising the needs of both children and their families. The preschool offers flexible spaces, operating term-time or year-round, for children aged one year to preschool age, accommodating both funded and non-funded placements. They do not charge for consumables or snacks, though parents are asked to provide nappies and lunch for full-day or morning sessions. Mucky Pups is open five days a week, Monday to Friday, for 50 weeks of the year, closing only for the two-week Christmas period and all bank holidays. The preschool emphasises its commitment to keeping fees as accessible as possible and boasts a straightforward payment policy with no deposit required. They maintain a waiting list when at full capacity and are currently accepting bookings for September 2026 onwards. Mucky Pups also has an on-site After School and Holiday Club for older children aged 4-11, Dallas Road Kids Club. What it's like Children are greeted warmly by staff and quickly settle into their learning. They feel safe and happy in this calm and nurturing learning environment, where there is a real sense of family and children of all ages play together. Staff provide a range of interesting resources and real-life experiences for children, who make good progress in their learning across the curriculum. Flexible bookings No deposit required Accepts funded hours No charge for snacks ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age band, with rates decreasing as the child grows. The nursery offers distinct full day and half day care rates for one-year-olds, two-year-olds, and children over the age of two. Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, 50 weeks a year (closed for 2 weeks over Christmas and all Bank Holidays) Session types Full day (8am - 6pm), Morning session (8am - 1pm), Afternoon session (1pm - 6pm) Waitlist currently taking bookings for September 2026 and beyond Age range 1 year to preschool Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mucky Pups Pre School Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10289531 Lead inspector Dawn France Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234204)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY410312) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=mucky-pups-pre-school-la1-1tp-ey410312) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mucky Pups Pre School Last inspected 24 October 2023 · Dawn France 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 greeted warmly by staff and quickly settle into their learning. They feel safe and happy in this calm and nurturing learning environment, where there is a real sense of family and children of all ages play together. Staff provide a range of interesting resources and real-life experiences for children, who make good progress in their learning across the curriculum. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted warmly and settle quickly into their learning. - Staff plan activities to promote the well-being of children and foster strong bonds with their key person. - Staff promote children's language skills well through careful listening and engaging dialogue. - The curriculum for literacy helps children to develop a love of books and broadens their vocabulary. - Support for children's physical development is good, with opportunities for both fine motor skills and gross motor activities outdoors. Areas to develop - 1 focus more precisely on learning intentions for individual children, particularly during group activities, so that all children remain engaged and can access the learning intended. Inspection #10289531 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50234204) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents enjoy regular written updates on their children's progress and value the way in which staff develop nurturing relationships with their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use their knowledge of child development to identify additional needs early on. They modify their teaching and the curriculum where necessary and work with parents to plan effective use of any additional resources. In this way, staff help all children make the best progress from their starting points. Outdoor space All children are encouraged to independently put their things away, put on their slippers or change into waterproof suits and wellies when going outdoors. Outdoors, children enjoy opportunities for climbing and balancing on planks and tyres. Inspection history Date: June 2011 - October 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - November 2014 Good - June 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Mucky Pups Pre School ### How does Mucky Pups Pre School support children with SEND? ### How can Mucky Pups Pre School be contacted? ### Is Mucky Pups Pre School a day nursery or preschool? ### What outdoor space does Mucky Pups Pre School have? ### What ages of children does Mucky Pups Pre School look after? ## Nearby day nurseries in LANCASTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mucky Pups Pre School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Lancaster Day Nursery Lancaster · LA1 4RP 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/lancaster-day-nursery-la1-4rp-ey491949) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Nazareth House Day Nursery Lancaster · LA1 5AQ ](/nursery/nazareth-house-day-nursery-la1-5aq-ey445791) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Appledore Montessori Lancaster · LA1 5QU 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/appledore-montessori-la1-5qu-2680361) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### University of Cumbria Pre-School Centre Lancaster · LA1 3JD ](/nursery/university-of-cumbria-pre-school-centre-la1-3jd-310284) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Christ Church School Playgroup Lancaster · LA1 3ES ](/nursery/christ-church-school-playgroup-la1-3es-309271) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Nippers Children's Day Nursery Lancaster · LA1 2LN ](/nursery/nippers-children-s-day-nursery-ltd-la1-2ln-ey320829) [See all nurseries in LANCASTER →](/search?q=LANCASTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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