Newtown Preschool and ABC Club

About this day nursery

Newtown Preschool and ABC Club, established in 2011, provides a nurturing, term-time setting for children aged 2 to 11 years. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted following its latest inspection on 31 January 2025, the nursery implements a curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do, with a strong focus on developing communication skills.

Staff engage younger children with exciting stories and support older children in creating their own imaginative narratives. The setting also plans activities to develop coordination and physical skills essential for writing.

Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress due to the inclusive environment and staff working in partnership with external agencies to provide tailored support. The curriculum also focuses on children learning to keep themselves healthy and safe, with routines that include handwashing after outdoor play.

Outdoor learning encourages physical development, with younger children mimicking animals and older ones creating climbing frames from crates. Parents commend the bespoke settling-in processes and the regular communication from staff.

What it's like

Leaders, managers and staff have implemented a curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. A clear focus is placed on developing children's communication skills. Staff read stories to younger children in a way that excites them, and older children create their own stories, planning activities that spark their imaginations. Staff purposefully plan enjoyable activities to help develop the coordination and physical development needed for later writing.

Pricing & funding