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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. NAPSAC # NAPSAC Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Nether Alderley Primary School, Bradford Lane, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 4TR · Cheshire East Number of places 24 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Cheshire East About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The nursery received an overall "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 30/06/2023. Children eagerly engage in activities, quickly settling and sharing news with staff in a safe and happy atmosphere. Accessible and well-organised toys encourage exploration and learning, with older children confidently creating complex models. After the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders prioritised the promotion of children's communication skills, providing additional staff training. Staff are adept at identifying and addressing signs of speech delay, a focus that positively impacts children's behaviour by helping them articulate emotions and understand the effect of their actions. Outdoor learning is encouraged, with older children enjoying scavenger hunts, closely observing leaves, and listening for birds. The pre-school fosters a supportive professional community, ensuring smooth transitions for children. Staff planning of the learning environment demonstrates a strong understanding of how children learn, promoting self-motivation and timely support. Consistent routines are taught by staff, fostering confidence, independence, and good behaviour, and promoting participation in group activities. Parents have described NAPSAC as "nurturing, unique" and "fun," praising the individual care and support children receive. What it's like Children are eager to start their morning at pre-school, selecting their name card and attaching it to the attendance board, which helps them learn to recognise their written name. They quickly settle to activities and share news with staff, creating a safe and happy atmosphere. Accessible and well-organised toys encourage children to explore, think, and learn, with older children making increasingly complex models. Supportive environment Strong communication focus Engaging outdoor play Encourages independence Effective leadership Smooth transitions ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Pre-school sessions are from 8.45am until 3.15pm, Monday to Friday. The after-school club operates Monday to Thursday from 3.20pm until 6pm during school terms. Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2008 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of NAPSAC Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10289324 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225246)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY379043) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=napsac-sk10-4tr-ey379043) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for NAPSAC Last inspected 30 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 Children are eager to start their morning at pre-school, selecting their name card and attaching it to the attendance board, which helps them learn to recognise their written name. They quickly settle to activities and share news with staff, creating a safe and happy atmosphere. Accessible and well-organised toys encourage children to explore, think, and learn, with older children making increasingly complex models. Inspector highlights - The pre-school is part of a supportive professional community, with leaders and managers working together effectively to ensure smooth transitions for children. - Staff's understanding of how children learn is evident in their planning of the learning environment, allowing children to self-motivate and receive timely support. - Staff establish and teach consistent routines, promoting children's confidence and independence, and encouraging good behaviour and group participation. - Staff plan experiences that promote rich conversation and happy memories, fostering confident talkers with continually expanding vocabularies. - Leaders support staff to continuously improve their professional skills, with training extending their knowledge and enhancing the curriculum. Areas to develop - 1 identify more clearly what children are intended to know, or be able to do, as a result of participating in adult-led activities. Inspection #10289324 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225246) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders made the promotion of children's communication skills a higher priority after the COVID-19 pandemic, including additional staff training. Staff notice signs of speech delay or difficulty and know how to address them, with the focus on speech and language positively impacting children's behaviour by helping them describe emotions and understand the effect of their actions. Outdoor space Older children work hard to find everything on the outdoor scavenger hunt list, looking closely at leaves and listening carefully for birds. The inspector observed activities indoors and outdoors. Inspection history Date: February 2009 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - February 2014 Good - February 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about NAPSAC ### What is NAPSAC working to improve? ### Which funded hours does NAPSAC accept? ### How many children attend NAPSAC? ### What outdoor learning is available at NAPSAC? ### Is NAPSAC suitable for under-twos? ### How does NAPSAC support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in MACCLESFIELD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to NAPSAC. - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Montessori by Busy Bees Alderley Day Nursery Macclesfield · SK10 4TD 3.9(27 reviews) ](/nursery/montessori-by-busy-bees-alderley-day-nursery-sk10-4td-2841208) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### The Ryleys Nursery Alderley Edge · SK9 7UY ](/nursery/the-ryleys-nursery-sk9-7uy-ey536299) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Clairmont Day Nursery and Preschool Wilmslow · SK9 6EG 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-clairmont-day-nursery-and-preschool-sk9-6eg-ey240139) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Ashdene Independent Pre-School Wilmslow · SK9 6LJ ](/nursery/ashdene-independent-pre-school-sk9-6lj-304957) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Little Bird's Nest Pre-school Wilmslow · SK9 5JG 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-bird-s-nest-pre-school-sk9-5jg-2641991) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.6 mi ### The House Of Rompa Wilmslow · SK9 1LN ](/nursery/the-house-of-rompa-sk9-1ln-305119) [See all nurseries in MACCLESFIELD →](/search?q=MACCLESFIELD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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