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Shepherdswell Preschool # Shepherdswell Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Shepherdswell Village Hall, Coxhill, DOVER, CT15 7NN · Kent Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Kent 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 Shepherdswell Preschool operates during term time, following Kent County Council's schedule, approximately 38 weeks a year. The preschool is located in the Village Hall, Cox Hill, Shepherdswell, Dover, CT15 7NN. They cater to preschoolers and are registered for Early Education entitlement funding, including both 15 and 30 hours for eligible parents. The preschool also accepts "Free for 2 funding" for disadvantaged two-year-olds, as well as Early Years Pupil Premium and Disability Access Fund to support children with specific needs. " They are also affiliated with the Early Years Alliance and operate as a registered charity. The preschool provides various session durations throughout the week, offering flexibility for families. Parents are required to provide their child's birth certificate or passport for age verification and complete a parental declaration form for funding. The preschool emphasises open communication regarding absences and financial matters, operating a monthly billing system. What it's like Children demonstrate that they feel happy and safe on arrival at the pre-school and separate quickly form their parents at the main door. They instinctively know the routine as they independently find their pegs and self-register their names on the tree. Children swiftly settle and engage in play with their peers. They freely explore what is on offer. Term-time only OFSTED Good Registered Charity Early Years Alliance member ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged on an hourly basis. A voluntary weekly consumable fee is requested to cover healthy snacks and cooking activities. Sessions between 8:30am and 9:00am are chargeable and cannot be funded through Free Early Education. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Voluntary weekly consumable fee covers healthy snacks and cooking activities. - The 8:30am to 9:00am session is chargeable and not included in Free Early Education funding. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (term time only) Session types 8:30am - 9:00am, 9:00am - 12:00pm, 9:00am - 1:00pm, 9:00am - 3:00pm, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1972 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Shepherdswell Preschool Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10264433 Lead inspector Nicky Webb Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205197)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/127535) 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.shepherdswellpreschool.co.uk/) Shepherdswell Village Hall, Coxhill, DOVER, CT15 7NN [© 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#/1.2293/51.18618/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near DOVER - [Day nurseries in DOVER](/search?q=DOVER) - [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=shepherdswell-preschool-ct15-7nn-127535) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Shepherdswell Preschool Last inspected 9 December 2022 · Nicky Webb 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 demonstrate that they feel happy and safe on arrival at the pre-school and separate quickly form their parents at the main door. They instinctively know the routine as they independently find their pegs and self-register their names on the tree. Children swiftly settle and engage in play with their peers. They freely explore what is on offer. Inspector highlights - Staff know their key children very well and plan activities to support and extend their interests. - Children have access to resources to support their early writing skills. - Children are confident learners who manage their own behaviour well. - Staff support children well to become independent in their self-care routines. - The manager implements a thorough staff induction programme and regularly carries out staff supervision meetings. Areas to develop - 1 further support children's early literacy skills and develop their understanding of how marks carry meanings - 2 embed training to improve teaching and develop children's understanding of other cultures and religions. Inspection #10264433 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205197) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Any gaps in learning are quickly identified through thorough assessments and targeted intervention is successful in ensuring these gaps are quickly closed. Outdoor space Children had shown a keen interest in frozen water that they discovered in the garden. Staff extended this well by freezing natural objects overnight and children were excited and curious to explore the activity, as they used different tools to successfully to break the ice. ## Parent Reviews of Shepherdswell Preschool 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUoG-tSopYyOIg9-3joFoMjTg_WhtW7q0rOEpLImjJ9PG9Tnqoc=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) David Vinden 7 years ago Fantastic staff fantastic preschool [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZMnRUQ2JREAE!2m1!1s0x47deb0b107dd6b17:0x83ec6d818b9153db) Reviews from Google for Shepherdswell Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9506093316632040411&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2004 - January 2023 Good - December 2022 Good - July 2017 Good - June 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - March 2015 Good - June 2010 Good - March 2007 Requires improvement - September 2004 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Shepherdswell Preschool ### How can Shepherdswell Preschool be contacted? ### Is Shepherdswell Preschool a day nursery or preschool? ### What does the staff team at Shepherdswell Preschool look like? ### What are the fees at Shepherdswell Preschool? ### How does Shepherdswell Preschool support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in DOVER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shepherdswell Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Tots R Us Dover · CT15 4AN ](/nursery/tots-r-us-ct15-4an-127724) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.8 mi ### Baby Kaleidascope Canterbury · CT3 3BE ](/nursery/baby-kaleidascope-ct3-3be-2866238) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Kaleidascope Childcare Canterbury · CT3 3AS ](/nursery/kaleidascope-childcare-ct3-3as-ey283103) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Little Oaks Nursery Selsted Dover · CT15 7HH ](/nursery/little-oaks-nursery-selsted-ct15-7hh-ey545769) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Sunshine Corner Nursery Canterbury · CT3 3BS ](/nursery/sunshine-corner-nursery-ct3-3bs-ey282231) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Barham Pre-School Barham · CT4 6NX ](/nursery/barham-pre-school-ct4-6nx-127001) [See all nurseries in DOVER →](/search?q=DOVER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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