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[South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Pippins Pre-School (crediton) # Pippins Pre-School (crediton) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · Market Square House, Market Street, Crediton, EX17 2BN · Devon Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Pippins Pre-School and Nursery offers an inclusive and friendly environment for children aged 0-5 years, with a history spanning over 50 years. The setting prioritises the needs of each child, aiming to provide a strong start for their future through nurturing bonds, consistent praise, and encouragement. Children are encouraged to learn, develop, and grow through engaging play and discovery in a stimulating and secure setting. The curriculum focuses on offering fun, educational activities that enable children to reach their full potential. Pippins operates with a mission statement emphasising learning through play. Additionally, Pippins runs the Kidz Star Club, providing before and after-school care at Landscore School, operating during school terms. As a registered charity, all funds raised are directly invested back into enhancing the pre-school environment for its attendees. What it's like The pre-school is welcoming, warm and friendly with bright open spaces and many engaging activities for children to learn. Staff plan effectively for what children need to learn next, and all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress. The leaders and staff are ambitious and provide a stimulating curriculum for children to follow, teaching letter sounds, using signs and words, and modelling counting. Charity-run Established for over 50 years Extended opening hours Before and after school care ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around hourly rates that vary by age group, with separate bands for children aged two and under, and those aged three and over. Charges are scaled from fifteen-minute increments up to ten-hour blocks. Additional fees apply for late collection and late payments. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Non-refundable registration fee applies per child, with a discounted rate for siblings. - Late collection fees are charged for pickups after 6:00pm, increasing after 6:30pm. - Late payment fee is applicable for overdue invoices. ## Key facts Opening hours Mon-Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm (51 weeks a year, closed bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year) Session types Morning Session: 9:15am - 12:15pm, Afternoon Session: 12:15pm - 3:15pm Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pippins Pre-School (crediton) Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10246114 Lead inspector Victoria Jones Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191949)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2556851) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=pippins-pre-school-crediton-ex17-2bn-2556851) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pippins Pre-School (crediton) Last inspected 18 July 2022 · Victoria Jones 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 The pre-school is welcoming, warm and friendly with bright open spaces and many engaging activities for children to learn. Staff plan effectively for what children need to learn next, and all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress. The leaders and staff are ambitious and provide a stimulating curriculum for children to follow, teaching letter sounds, using signs and words, and modelling counting. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers plan the curriculum well and share it with staff, creating a positive and supportive working environment. - The positive atmosphere created by the team is reflected in the children's attitudes, and staff manage children's behaviour well. - Children make good progress, enjoying activities like playing on balance beams, exploring water, and discussing the importance of recycling. - Staff are patient, supportive, and encouraging, using positive language and creating a calm environment in sensory rooms. - Children are motivated and confident, concentrating and engaging in their learning, and learning to undertake small tasks like tidying. - Staff are aware of the additional support children may need due to the COVID-19 pandemic and help children and parents settle in. - Staff help children develop good communication, hear new vocabulary, and foster a love of reading through a lending library. - Partnerships with parents are strong, using various communication methods to keep good links and support child development. - Staff complete training and professional development, gaining new knowledge and skills to effectively teach children. Areas to develop - 1 support all staff to provide clear and consistent messages for children to help them manage their feelings better - 2 provide better experiences for the children to learn about the wider world and to appreciate differences, to reflect current attitudes. Inspection #10246114 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191949) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children settle well, enjoy coming to pre-school and learn new things Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress. Additional funding for children with SEND has been used effectively and children have made progress from these interventions. Outdoor space Children in the pre-school class enjoyed playing on the balance beams and exploring the water activity in the outside area. The inspector took a tour of the pre-school with the deputy manager, including the outdoor area. Inspection history Most recent inspection 18 July 2022 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191949) ## Frequently asked about Pippins Pre-School (crediton) ### What strengths stand out in Pippins Pre-School (crediton)'s latest inspection? ### Which funding entitlements does Pippins Pre-School (crediton) accept? ### What do parents value about Pippins Pre-School (crediton)? ### Does Pippins Pre-School (crediton) take babies? ### Does Pippins Pre-School (crediton) have an Ofsted rating? ## Nearby day nurseries in Crediton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pippins Pre-School (crediton). - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Sunflowers Day Nursery Crediton · EX17 3LA ](/nursery/sunflowers-day-nursery-ex17-3la-ey334284) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Leap Frogs Crediton · EX17 3AX ](/nursery/leapfrogs-trust-ex17-3ax-105876) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.7 mi ### Muddy Boots Childcare Exeter · EX5 5AY 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/muddy-boots-childcare-ex5-5ay-ey562138) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.3 mi ### Sweetpeas Early Years Provision Crediton · EX17 5HY ](/nursery/sweetpeas-early-years-provision-ex17-5hy-2634553) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.0 mi ### Sara's School Exeter · EX6 6DZ ](/nursery/sara-s-school-ex6-6dz-ey448999) [See all nurseries in Crediton →](/search?q=Crediton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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