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Pied Piper Pre-School # Pied Piper Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · Portacabin, Earls Barton Junior School, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 0ND · North Northamptonshire Number of places 20 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority North Northamptonshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Pied Piper Pre-School, located in a Portacabin on the grounds of Earls Barton Primary School in Northampton, has been a nurturing environment for over 40 years. Led by a manager with two decades of experience in childcare and safeguarding, the pre-school prides itself on its dedicated team. All full-time staff members are Level 3 qualified, with three holding current paediatric first aid and DBS clear certificates. Part-time staff are actively working towards Level 2 qualifications, also possessing DBS certificates and paediatric first aid training. The team regularly attends professional development courses, and a fully trained SENCo ensures continuous knowledge enhancement. Pied Piper Pre-School is registered for up to 20 children per session, accommodating children aged 2 years 6 months to 4 years 11 months. They maintain a higher-than-Ofsted-required staff-to-child ratio, with 4 staff members per session. The pre-school operates term-time only, for 38 weeks of the year, offering both morning and afternoon sessions, with the option for full day care with a packed lunch. Our ethos Our priority at the beginning of the school year is to settle the children into pre-school and each child given as much time and help they require. What it's like Children thrive at this nurturing and inclusive pre-school, where they are greeted warmly by staff and settle quickly to play with a wide range of stimulating resources. Staff set clear expectations, and their kind and respectful approach fosters strong bonds with children, leading to consistently good behaviour. Children benefit from tailored support, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring good progress from their starting points. Small group setting Experienced staff High staff-to-child ratio Term-time only Accepts funded children ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (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. [Request pricing →](https://www.pied-piperpreschool.co.uk/contact/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday-Friday: 8.45AM to 11.45AM; 12.45PM to 3.45PM. Full day 8.45 to 3.45. Session types Morning session, Afternoon session, Full day Age range 2 years 6 months to 4 years 11 months Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pied Piper Pre-School Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10394734 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280097)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/220204) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://www.pied-piperpreschool.co.uk/) Portacabin, Earls Barton Junior School, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 0ND Opening hours Monday-Friday: 8.45AM to 11.45AM; 12.45PM to 3.45PM. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=pied-piper-pre-school-nn6-0nd-220204) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pied Piper Pre-School Last inspected 20 May 2025 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 thrive at this nurturing and inclusive pre-school, where they are greeted warmly by staff and settle quickly to play with a wide range of stimulating resources. Staff set clear expectations, and their kind and respectful approach fosters strong bonds with children, leading to consistently good behaviour. Children benefit from tailored support, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring good progress from their starting points. Inspector highlights - Children thrive at this nurturing and inclusive pre-school. - Staff provide tailored support for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - The experienced and long-standing staff benefit from a targeted programme of continuous professional development. - Support for children with SEND is strong, and families receive swift referrals for various needs. - Staff provide children with a wealth of opportunities to develop basic skills for future learning. Areas to develop - 1 The provider should support staff to extend their use of mathematical language during activities to promote children's understanding of early mathematical concepts further. Inspection #10394734 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280097) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide tailored support for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This helps ensure that children make good progress from their starting points in learning. Support for children with SEND is strong. Staff work tirelessly with professionals to ensure that referrals are made swiftly. As a result, children get the right help to narrow any emerging gaps in learning. Outdoor space Children enjoy a variety of fun activities outdoors that support their physical development. They run around vigorously with staff while they play games, such as hide and seek, in the secure and inviting garden. Children benefit from opportunities to explore the natural environment. For example, staff share their knowledge with children about how to plant seeds and grow flowers and vegetables. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - May 2025 Good - September 2019 Good - April 2019 Inadequate - October 2015 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Pied Piper Pre-School ### What is Pied Piper Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Pied Piper Pre-School? ### Does Pied Piper Pre-School accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Pied Piper Pre-School? ### Does Pied Piper Pre-School offer support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? ### How long has Pied Piper Pre-School been nurturing children? ### What age range does Pied Piper Pre-School cater for? ### How can I contact Pied Piper Pre-School? ## About the setting Pied Piper Pre-School registered in 1999. It is located in the grounds of Earls Barton Junior School in Earls Barton, Northamptonshire, and is managed by a committee. The pre-school employs five members of childcare staff, all of whom hold early years qualifications at level 3. The pre-school opens from Monday to Friday, during term time. Sessions are from 8.45am to 3.45pm. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 220204 Registered person Pied Piper Pre-School Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in NORTHAMPTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pied Piper Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Claremont Day Nursery Northampton · NN6 0JN ](/nursery/claremont-day-nursery-nn6-0jn-258936) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Earls Barton Day Nursery Northampton · NN6 0EW ](/nursery/earls-barton-day-nursery-nn6-0ew-2567574) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Great Doddington Village Preschool Wellingborough · NN29 7TR ](/nursery/great-doddington-village-preschool-nn29-7tr-ey552903) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Wellingborough Wellingborough · NN8 2DR 4.4(28 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-wellingborough-nn8-2dr-220266) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Happy Days Childcare Northampton · NN3 5DY 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-childcare-nn3-5dy-ey297068) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Daisy Chain Pre-School (Rectory Farm) Northampton · NN3 5DD ](/nursery/daisy-chain-pre-school-rectory-farm-nn3-5dd-220170) [See all nurseries in NORTHAMPTON →](/search?q=NORTHAMPTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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