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Peapods Nursery School # Peapods Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Manor Farm, Peppard Common, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, RG9 5LA · Oxfordshire Number of places 37 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority Oxfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Peapods Nursery School, a family-operated establishment situated near Henley-on-Thames, offers nursery and pre-school education within a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Located in Peppard Common, with close proximity to Sonning Common and Nettlebed, the nursery is also a short drive from Henley. Housed within a renovated Dutch barn on Manor Farm, it boasts a unique blend of modern childcare facilities while retaining its original charm. The natural surroundings of fields and woodland provide an ideal backdrop for an outdoor-focused approach to learning. The nursery provides a warm, friendly, and fun atmosphere within a bright, open-plan setting, comfortably accommodating 28 children. Recognising the challenges parents face in finding suitable childcare, Peapods strives for flexibility to meet diverse family needs. The website offers a glimpse into their services, encouraging further inquiries and visits through their contact form. What it's like Staff warmly welcome children, who settle quickly and develop positive self-esteem, independence, and a positive attitude to play and learning. Staff effectively promote communication and language skills, and the learning environment supports children's development. Staff monitor progress closely, identifying and addressing any gaps in learning. Family-run nursery Converted Dutch barn setting Outdoor learning approach Focus on child-centred play Warm and friendly environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (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, during term time, from 8am to 3.30pm. A holiday club runs during some of the school holidays from 8.30am to 3.30pm. Age range 6 months and 5 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2013 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Peapods Nursery School Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10305641 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233574)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY455468) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.peapodsnurseryschool.com/) Manor Farm, Peppard Common, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, RG9 5LA [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.97993/51.53515/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near HENLEY-ON-THAMES - [Day nurseries in HENLEY-ON-THAMES](/search?q=HENLEY-ON-THAMES) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=peapods-nursery-school-rg9-5la-ey455468) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Peapods Nursery School Last inspected 17 October 2023 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, who settle quickly and develop positive self-esteem, independence, and a positive attitude to play and learning. Staff effectively promote communication and language skills, and the learning environment supports children's development. Staff monitor progress closely, identifying and addressing any gaps in learning. Inspector highlights - The manager has high expectations and supports staff, children, and parents effectively. - Staff consistently praise children, helping them to develop confidence and manage appropriate risks. - Children gain a good sense of themselves and others, with staff valuing their individuality and forming early friendships. - Staff use daily experiences to help children develop their skills and knowledge, promoting language skills through counting, songs, and rhymes. - There are strong partnerships with parents, with effective communication and positive feedback about the nursery, staffing consistency, settling-in process, and children's progress. Areas to develop - 1 build further on staff's understanding of the expectations of their roles and responsibilities in relation to supporting children's care and learning, to help raise the quality of practice to a higher level - 2 review how routines are managed to help keep children more purposefully engaged at these times. Inspection #10305641 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233574) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly about the nursery and staff. They state they and their children are very happy. > Parents comment positively about the consistency in staffing, the settling-in process and the good progress their children are making. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery's special educational needs coordinator understands their role, including the steps to take should children need further support in their learning and development. Staff are proactive in identifying and providing support for even the smallest gaps in children's learning. Outdoor space The learning environment, both indoors and outdoors, and the resources and activities are well thought out to support children's learning and development. Staff also promote children's safety when taking them across the road to the playing field. ## Parent Reviews of Peapods Nursery School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJJYajuRqgIeQZakWRM4seEej-tex-R-rZBSfLem4hmKgPWfw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dominic Taylor 3 months ago Both my daughters have attended Peapods and I can’t stress enough how lovely an environment Louisa and team have created. The staff are all superb, caring individuals. The activities they put on for the children are wonderful. 5/5 no question of it. Fabulous. You can feel the love that’s been put into the nursery. It goes beyond being a business. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xoRVUySnJkWHB4YzFKWlMwVnBZMGxWWldSemVuYxAB!2m1!1s0x48769043ce6544d3:0xce0dfd68e2a5b2ed) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVpbHneJuWRYJR4orDxJdFJTk9-uhtqzx0cOnpytcgrLCk6tVmQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Daniel Roscoe-hudson 3 years ago Such an amazing and caring atmosphere for kids. We love the attention and skills that our child is picking up here. They really do go above and beyond expectations. If you want somewhere for your child that is not just a place that watches your kid(s), but take an active interest in your child's wellbeing; choose Peapods! ... Out of 5, I give them a 10! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNlLXMyb1NBEAE!2m1!1s0x48769043ce6544d3:0xce0dfd68e2a5b2ed) Reviews from Google for Peapods Nursery School. 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