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Pembury Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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4.5(8 parent reviews) ·16 Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, E8 1FA · Hackney
Number of places
42 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Hackney

About this day nursery

Pembury Pre-school is an Ofsted-registered charity dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children in Hackney, aged 9 months to school age. The pre-school focuses on child-led, play-based learning within an inclusive curriculum based on the EYFS and Development Matters, catering to each child's individual needs, including those with SEND.

Committed to high-quality care and strong community values, Pembury Pre-school integrates British Values and encourages cultural capital through practical experiences. The pre-school accepts government-funded hours and aims to keep fees affordable for non-funded hours.

A dedicated team of qualified Early Years Practitioners leads the setting, supported by a voluntary management committee of parents and community members, all committed to continuous professional development and robust safeguarding practices.

Our ethos

At Pembury Pre-school, we believe that every child deserves a warm and nurturing beginning. We provide a safe, stimulating, and loving environment where children can grow, thrive at their own pace. As a Charity-run setting rooted in our local community, we are proud to offer a caring space where families feel supported, and little ones build strong foundations for life-long learning.

What it's like

Staff create a positive and caring environment where children enjoy learning and playing, developing strong bonds with peers and adults. They teach children strategies to manage different emotions, fostering emotional well-being and a sense of safety and security. Staff plan stimulating activities based on children's interests, ensuring engagement and positive attitudes towards learning.

Charity-runEYFS-based curriculumSupports SENDCommunity-focussedAccepts funded hours

Pricing & funding

Fees and consumables are charged monthly in advance. Standard fees apply for any hours taken outside of funded entitlements, and full fees remain payable for any days missed due to sickness, exclusion, or family holidays.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees and consumables are payable monthly in advance.
  • Full fees apply for sickness, diarrhoea/vomiting exclusion, and family holidays.
  • Payments must be made on the first day of attendance (Monday or Wednesday).
  • Unexplained repeated late payments may result in the withdrawal of the child's place.
  • Standard fees apply for hours outside of funded entitlement.

Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday

Age range

2-4 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Pembury Pre-School

Last inspected 5 September 2024 · Honufa Begum

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

Staff create a positive and caring environment where children enjoy learning and playing, developing strong bonds with peers and adults. They teach children strategies to manage different emotions, fostering emotional well-being and a sense of safety and security. Staff plan stimulating activities based on children's interests, ensuring engagement and positive attitudes towards learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff regularly observe and monitor children's progress, quickly identifying any learning gaps and providing a well-sequenced curriculum.
  • Staff plan many opportunities for children, including those who speak English as an additional language, to develop their vocabulary and language skills.
  • Staff support children to develop a love of reading, encouraging participation and questions during story time.
  • Partnerships with parents are good, with parents speaking positively about the nursery and their children's progress.
  • Staff plan learning experiences such as trips to the seaside and local farm to support children's understanding of the world and different transport modes.

Areas to develop

  • 1encourage children to develop their listening skills further
  • 2support staff to use effective questioning techniques to give children the opportunity to build on their learning further.
Inspection #10351528 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those who may need additional support with their learning and those from disadvantaged backgrounds, are supported well and achieve positive outcomes. Staff ensure that they use early years pupil premium funding effectively. For example, they have purchased resources to specifically support children from disadvantaged backgrounds to develop their language and communication skills. Regular access to this intervention has supported children to meet their targets effectively.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. Staff plan a wide array of activities to support children to practise their developing physical skills, such as climbing onto the rocking horse safely and kicking balls back and forth. This supports children to develop their core muscle and coordination skills well.

Parent Reviews of Pembury Pre-School

4.5
(8)
rehan mehmood
6 months ago

Pembury Pre School is a truly exceptional early years setting. The staff are committed, dedicated and inspirational. The communications are excellent with photos and messages available in Tapestry throughout the day to see what the little ones have been up to. If you are looking for a nursery for your child then I guarantee you will find no better.Thank you to all of You 😊

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Faduma Ibrahim
10 months ago

Pempury Pre-School Nursery is amazing! The staff are so kind, caring, and professional. My son loves going to nursery every day — he always comes home happy and excited. I really appreciate the warm welcome we received and the way they support each child with love and attention. Thank you for everything you do! Highly recommended to any parent looking for a safe and happy place for their child.

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Liz
8 months ago

All my 3 nephews attended and loved their stay at this pre-school. My son also started attending here since he was 2 and this will be his final year at this nursery as he will be turning 4yrs soon. I love to see and here my son so excited about his school. Even on weekends he tells me that he wants to go to the Butterfly room. He talks with excitement and joy about his activities daily. I highly recommend this pre-school if you want your child in a safe, and oyful environment.10/10

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Georgina Passmore
2 years ago

My son is repeatedly being hurt by a girl in the nursery and they refuse to do anything about it. They won't talk to the parents, they do not understand what the definition of a bully is, and try to use special needs as an excuse for nasty spiteful behaviour. The manager does not like being corrected and thinks that if she raises her voice she will make her point clearer or some how be right

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Noor Bibi
4 months ago

Great staff great team of ladies . Michelle mimi Louise iris everyone there is amazing

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Inspection history

Date: September 2018

  • September 2024Good
  • September 2018Good

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