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The staff are incredibly friendly and supportive of all parents and children. My son has enjoyed every moment of being at Runnymede preschool and they have helped him in so many ways, even with his ASD. My daughter is also enjoying herself and has already learned so much! Highly recommend!", "datePublished": "2024-07-17T14:20:28.254612Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Sarah Shepherd" }, "reviewBody": "Our daughter started Runnymede preschool in September and loves coming! The staff are always friendly and happy to help, we’re always able to speak to someone if there are any issues/questions. 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Runnymede Pre-School # Runnymede Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Runnymede Small Hall, Kiln Road, Benfleet, SS7 1TF · Essex Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 Local authority Essex 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 Runnymede Pre-School, located in Benfleet, Essex, has been providing care since 2001 for children aged 2 to 4 years. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the pre-school fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is valued. Leaders and staff are dedicated to understanding each child's individual starting points, personalities, and experiences, ensuring they feel safe, welcomed, and respected. The pre-school prioritises secure attachments with key persons, which helps children feel a strong sense of belonging. The curriculum, based on the EYFS framework, focuses on supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development, building confidence, independence, and self-regulation. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are particularly well supported with targeted interventions and resources, including music sessions and small-world objects, to help them communicate and develop social skills. The leaders are currently enhancing the outdoor area with a new gazebo so children can play comfortably in all weathers, reflecting their commitment to continuous improvement. Effective systems, such as daily staff meetings and clear information displays, ensure all staff consistently meet individual needs and support children's progress. What it's like Staff take time to understand children's individual starting points, personalities and experiences, which contributes to children feeling welcomed, safe and valued. Children form secure attachments with their key persons, helping them develop a secure sense of belonging, and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported to participate fully. Children learn through play that reflects their interests, building confidence and independence, and receive timely, well-planned support when needed. Welcoming and inclusive Strong attachments Tailored support Effective leadership Outdoor play development ## Pricing & funding 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.runnymedepreschool.co.uk/contact-us-via-email/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30 - 15:00 Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2001 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Runnymede Pre-School Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 10072494 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300198)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/203722) 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.runnymedepreschool.co.uk/about-us/) Runnymede Small Hall, Kiln Road, Benfleet, SS7 1TF [© 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#/0.58489/51.56185/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Benfleet - [Day nurseries in Benfleet](/search?q=Benfleet) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=runnymede-pre-school-ss7-1tf-203722) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Jan 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 2 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Runnymede Pre-School Last inspected 20 January 2026 Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Staff take time to understand children's individual starting points, personalities and experiences, which contributes to children feeling welcomed, safe and valued. Children form secure attachments with their key persons, helping them develop a secure sense of belonging, and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported to participate fully. Children learn through play that reflects their interests, building confidence and independence, and receive timely, well-planned support when needed. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff promote a welcoming and inclusive culture where every child is valued and supported to succeed. - Leaders take decisive action to reduce barriers to learning; targeted interventions help children to develop communication and social skills. - Children make progress from their individual starting points, benefiting from targeted small-group interventions. - Leaders demonstrate a clear and accurate understanding of the setting's strengths and areas for improvement, regularly evaluating practice to identify areas for improvement. - Leaders make decisions that are in the best interests of children, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should support staff to develop their interactions with children to extend their learning and communication and language skills further. Inspection #10072494 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300198) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children's needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are identified quickly through careful observation, ongoing assessment and clear communication with parents and external professionals. Leaders consistently ensure that individual needs are clearly understood by all staff through effective systems, including daily staff meetings and clear information displays that outline children's outcomes and suggested strategies. Additional funding is used effectively to provide tailored resources and specialist activities that reflect children's interests to support engagement and inclusion. Outdoor space Leaders are currently prioritising how to use the outdoor space to maximise its potential. They recently purchased a gazebo so children can play outside comfortably in all weathers. ## Parent Reviews of Runnymede Pre-School 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJofkfTehK_VoIFFx1chbknHFsgQjRCjAd6FJ6vbN4Siwvt4g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Gibson a year ago Brilliant Preschool! The staff are incredibly friendly and supportive of all parents and children. My son has enjoyed every moment of being at Runnymede preschool and they have helped him in so many ways, even with his ASD. My daughter is also enjoying herself and has already learned so much! Highly recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyanFlY1F3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8db21f252f615:0xdad14a55d938d3e5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKi9a_y56xzBDDDOsRUJ_AvxAjLg2uVggbKSBe9ILpkAU-jHw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Sarah Shepherd a year ago Our daughter started Runnymede preschool in September and loves coming! The staff are always friendly and happy to help, we’re always able to speak to someone if there are any issues/questions. Our daughter has come on so much since starting and can’t thank everyone enough 😊 would definitely recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURybnNlQm5RRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8db21f252f615:0xdad14a55d938d3e5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ0kB12dWoKoHesWGgnMx9qr4DPtObPGDP2FMdr0Sqk7zCT=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jessica Brewer a year ago Fantastic preschool! Both my sons have had the best time at Runnymede, the staff are so nurturing and provide such excellent care. My boys have made so much progress, whilst having lots of fun! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURybnFMaHlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8db21f252f615:0xdad14a55d938d3e5) Reviews from Google for Runnymede Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15767465502977872869&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2011 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Good ). We're re-checking it against the original report. - March 2020 Good - March 2016 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Runnymede Pre-School ### How is Runnymede Pre-School classified by Ofsted? ### What are the main strengths at Runnymede Pre-School? ### What outdoor space does Runnymede Pre-School use? ### Does Runnymede Pre-School take babies? ### Is Runnymede Pre-School Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in Benfleet Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Runnymede Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Little Footprints Day Nursery Benfleet · SS7 3PT 4.8(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-footprints-day-nursery-ss7-3pt-ey447924) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### The Enchanted Wood Day Nursery Benfleet · SS7 2TD ](/nursery/the-enchanted-wood-day-nursery-ss7-2td-ey438270) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Sandcastles Nursery Benfleet · SS7 2QL 3.9(8 reviews) ](/nursery/sandcastles-nursery-ss7-2ql-403985) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Little Wild Tribe Education Hadleigh, Essex · SS7 2PP ](/nursery/little-wild-tribe-education-ss7-2pp-2501661) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Queen Bee's Day Nursery Benfleet · SS7 5XR 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/queen-bee-s-day-nursery-ss7-5xr-ey550240) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Purple Lion Day Nursery (Benfleet) Benfleet · SS7 5LD 4.7(9 reviews) ](/nursery/purple-lion-day-nursery-benfleet-ss7-5ld-2696903) [See all nurseries in Benfleet →](/search?q=Benfleet) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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