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Skidby Pre-School # Skidby Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · Skidby C of E Primary School, Main Street, Cottingham, HU16 5TX · East Riding of Yorkshire Number of places 18 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority East Riding of Yorkshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Skidby Pre-School, located in Cottingham, HU16 5TX, provides a "Good" standard of early years education. Registered in 2011, the pre-school operates within the village primary school and caters to children aged 2 to 4. The dedicated team of three qualified childcare staff ensures a nurturing environment where children are happy, settled, and form strong attachments with adults. The setting prioritises strong partnerships with parents, actively involving them in their children's learning journey. With a focus on preparing children for their next stage, including school, staff collaborate effectively with parents and other professionals to ensure smooth transitions. Children attending Skidby Pre-School benefit from stimulating activities, make good progress in their learning, and are well-supported in their communication, language, and mathematical development. The pre-school opens during term time, from 9am until 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and offers funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. What it's like Children are happy, settled and form strong attachments with staff. They enjoy the time they spend with staff and make decisions about their play, selecting from a good range of toys and resources. Children enjoy playing in the outside area, running and balancing carefully on the equipment. Children who speak English as an additional language are supported well. Strong attachments with staff Good progress Effective communication support Strong parent partnerships Good behaviour ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 9am until 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2011 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Skidby Pre-School Last inspected 21 July 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy, settled and form strong attachments with staff. They enjoy the time they spend with staff and make decisions about their play, selecting from a good range of toys and resources. Children enjoy playing in the outside area, running and balancing carefully on the equipment. Children who speak English as an additional language are supported well. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, settled and form strong attachments with staff. - Children make decisions about their play, selecting from a good range of toys and resources. - Children achieve well in their early writing and reading skills. - Children's physical development is well supported. - Children who speak English as an additional language are supported well. - Children behave well. They are helpful and kind to one another. - Partnerships with parents are good and staff involve parents in their children's learning effectively. - Safeguarding arrangements are effective. Areas to develop - 1 Provide children with more opportunities to increase their skills through activities based on their specific interests and preferences. - 2 Review and enhance some parts of the daily routine to maximise all children's learning. - 3 Monitor staff's performance further to help identify precisely how staff can raise their good practice further. Inspection #10106696 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192240) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Skidby Pre-School Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10106696 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50192240)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY435590) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=skidby-pre-school-hu16-5tx-ey435590) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the support they need to make good progress. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing in the outside area, running and balancing carefully on the equipment. Staff plan an exciting range of experiences in the outdoor area that help children to have a positive attitude to learning, including developing literacy skills using clipboards and pens, making marks with paintbrushes and water, and baking cakes in the outdoor kitchen area. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language are supported well. Inspection history Date: May 2012 - July 2022 Good - June 2015 Good - May 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Skidby Pre-School ### What are the opening hours at Skidby Pre-School? ### What stands out in Skidby Pre-School’s recent inspection? ### How is English as an additional language supported at Skidby Pre-School? ### Is Skidby Pre-School a day nursery or preschool? ### Which funded hours does Skidby Pre-School accept? ### How does Skidby Pre-School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Cottingham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Skidby Pre-School. - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.7 mi ### Springboard Nursery Willerby Grange Park Lane · HU10 6GE 5.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/springboard-nursery-willerby-hu10-6ge-2799843) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Rising Stars Pre School & Nursery Hull · HU10 6HD ](/nursery/rising-stars-pre-school-nursery-hu10-6hd-2503026) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Walkington Pre-School Beverley · HU17 8SE ](/nursery/walkington-pre-school-hu17-8se-503384) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### The Village Day Nursery Cottingham · HU16 4LX ](/nursery/the-village-day-nursery-hu16-4lx-314746) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.7 mi ### Kids Planet Willerby Hull · HU10 6LU ](/nursery/kids-planet-willerby-hu10-6lu-2848632) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Safe N Sound Shepherd Day Nursery Beverley · HU17 8PH ](/nursery/safe-n-sound-shepherd-day-nursery-hu17-8ph-ey216869) [See all nurseries in Cottingham →](/search?q=Cottingham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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