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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [London](/search?region=London) 4. Somerville Pre-School # Somerville Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Chadwell Heath Tennis Club, Hainault Road, Romford, RM6 5RX · Redbridge Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Redbridge 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 Somerville Pre-School, located in Romford, operates out of Chadwell Heath Tennis Club and provides childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years. The pre-school re-registered in 2018 after a change of premises and received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 18th November 2021. The dedicated team, led by an enthusiastic manager, creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where children thrive and develop important skills for their future. The deputy manager, with extensive training and experience, ensures that tailored plans and activities are in place for all children, including those with special educational needs, disabilities, and those learning English as an additional language. 45 am to 4 pm. Staff prioritise building strong relationships with both children and parents, with parents noting their children enjoy attending and appreciating the communication and suggestions for supporting learning at home. The curriculum is well-balanced, encouraging imaginative play, physical development, and an understanding of healthy lifestyles, including safe road practices. What it's like Children demonstrate they are happy at this welcoming pre-school. They confidently leave their parents at the door and quickly settle down to their play. Children benefit from warm and nurturing relationships with staff, receiving lots of individual attention, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Their behaviour is good, and they learn about the pre-school's boundaries and expectations. Welcoming environment Strong relationships Individualised support Imaginative play Physical development Health and safety awareness ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours 7.45am to 4pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Somerville Pre-School Last inspected 18 November 2021 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children demonstrate they are happy at this welcoming pre-school. They confidently leave their parents at the door and quickly settle down to their play. Children benefit from warm and nurturing relationships with staff, receiving lots of individual attention, which helps them to feel safe and secure. Their behaviour is good, and they learn about the pre-school's boundaries and expectations. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and confidently settle into play at this welcoming pre-school. - Staff provide individual attention through warm and nurturing relationships, helping children feel safe and secure. - Children develop good communication skills and confidently articulate what they know. - Staff monitor children's development closely and quickly identify if children need extra help. - An interesting and well-balanced curriculum ensures children lead their own learning and learn from adults. - Children show energy and enthusiasm in imaginative role play and enjoy challenges and problem-solving. - Staff focus on teaching children the importance of a healthy lifestyle, including regular outdoor play and good hygiene routines. - Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff receiving regular training and updates on child protection. - The pre-school offers funded early education to children aged two, three and four years. Areas to develop - 1 Plan and implement group activities more effectively, to ensure they meet the individual learning needs of all children taking part. Inspection #10194296 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174571) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Somerville Pre-School Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10194296 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174571)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY563264) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=somerville-pre-school-rm6-5rx-ey563264) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The deputy manager has extensive training and experience to understand children's individual needs and works closely with parents, staff and other professionals. Individualised plans and activities help children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to close any gaps in their learning. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing outdoors and using large equipment such as tricycles to develop their large-muscle movements. They also engage in activities like negotiating wobbly tyres and balancing. The staff set up a pretend road in the garden to teach children about safe road practices. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language make good progress from their starting points alongside all other children. ## Parent Reviews of Somerville Pre-School 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVhMI2tDEy23iTpVLx17VWTFPRv6BWThNiWX7KctrCzkOSiS-bt2Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Sana Khan a year ago Amazing and loving staff.They have been great with my son.I will be always thankful to them. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR2ME5HbE13EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8a59360978363:0xbbc01e363685d5ab) Reviews from Google for Somerville Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13528846498812777899&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 18 November 2021 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/50174571) ## Frequently asked about Somerville Pre-School ### What part of the country is Somerville Pre-School in? ### What kind of childcare setting is Somerville Pre-School? ### Does Somerville Pre-School take babies? ### When is Somerville Pre-School open? ### How does Somerville Pre-School support children with SEND? ### Which funded childcare hours does Somerville Pre-School accept? ### How is English as an additional language supported at Somerville Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Romford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Somerville Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ilford Ilford · IG3 8XJ 4.2(30 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-ilford-ig3-8xj-128510) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Eljoy Nursery Romford · RM6 5NR ](/nursery/eljoy-nursery-rm6-5nr-2678353) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Marks Gate Children's Centre Nursery Chadwell Heath · RM6 5LL 4.1(13 reviews) ](/nursery/marks-gate-children-s-centre-nursery-rm6-5ll-ey399142) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Adventures Day Nursery Ilford · IG2 7SX 4.6(30 reviews) ](/nursery/adventures-day-nursery-ig2-7sx-ey471251) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Foundation Nurseries (Farnham Green) Ilford · IG3 8UY 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/foundation-nurseries-farnham-green-ig3-8uy-2703593) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Tamba Day Nursery Chadwell Heath Romford · RM6 4HB 4.6(67 reviews) ](/nursery/tamba-day-nursery-chadwell-heath-rm6-4hb-ey477063) [See all nurseries in Romford →](/search?q=Romford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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