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South Moreton Preschool # South Moreton Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · High Street, South Moreton, Didcot, OX11 9AG · Oxfordshire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Oxfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery South Moreton Preschool, situated in Didcot, OX11 9AG, offers a nurturing and welcoming environment for children aged 2-5 years. Located within the grounds of South Moreton Primary School, the preschool provides flexible sessions during term time, including a breakfast club, early start, morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions. The curriculum focuses on inclusive learning, fostering a friendly atmosphere with access to a spacious garden. They accommodate various government funding schemes, such as 15 hours for eligible 2-year-olds, universal 15 hours for 3- and 4-year-olds, and the 30-hour extended entitlement for working parents. The preschool is dedicated to supporting families with childcare costs, also accepting Tax-Free Childcare. Parents are encouraged to book a minimum of two sessions across different days. The setting emphasises punctuality for drop-off and pick-up due to shared school safeguarding policies. What it's like Children are happy to arrive and confidently separate from parents, greeted warmly by staff who help them feel secure. Staff teach children about changing seasons and the importance of sun protection when playing outside. Children demonstrate highly positive attitudes to learning, supported by staff modelling good manners and planning activities based on their existing knowledge and abilities. Flexible sessions Government funding accepted Spacious garden ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on an hourly rate for children aged 2 to 4 years, with a higher rate for ad-hoc hours. Early Start and Breakfast Club sessions are billed separately per session. Government funding is accepted for core hours, but cannot be applied to early start or breakfast sessions. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Registration fee is refundable on the first invoice or if the nursery cannot offer a place. - Registration fee is non-refundable if an offered place is declined. - Fees must be booked and paid for in advance to secure the standard rate. - Government funding is accepted for 2-4 year olds, but not for Breakfast Club or Early Start sessions. - Childcare vouchers are accepted as a form of payment. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, term time only. Sessions include: Breakfast Club (8am-9am), Early Start (8:35am-9am), AM Session (9am-12pm), Lunch Session (12-1pm), PM Session (1pm-3pm). Session types Breakfast Club, Early Start, AM Session, Lunch Session, PM Session Food Parents to provide packed lunch for Lunch Session. Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1978 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of South Moreton Preschool Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10294128 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224606)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/133717) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=south-moreton-preschool-ox11-9ag-133717) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for South Moreton Preschool Last inspected 22 June 2023 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 are happy to arrive and confidently separate from parents, greeted warmly by staff who help them feel secure. Staff teach children about changing seasons and the importance of sun protection when playing outside. Children demonstrate highly positive attitudes to learning, supported by staff modelling good manners and planning activities based on their existing knowledge and abilities. Inspector highlights - Children benefit from meaningful learning across the early years foundation stage curriculum. - The manager provides effective support, leads activities, and models teaching. - Children demonstrate their positive attitudes to learning through high levels of curiosity and concentration. - Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour and conduct. - A well-established key-person system helps children form secure attachments and promotes their well-being and independence. Areas to develop - 1 extend training and coaching strategies for staff to build their confidence and skills further and provide more effective support for children. Inspection #10294128 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224606) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager uses observations of children and knowledge shared with parents and agencies to plan and support the emotional development of the children. Outdoor space Staff help children learn that they need to wear sun hats and put on sun cream before playing outside, which promotes their good health. When playing outside, children learn to ask others if they can have a turn on their favourite bicycle. Inspection history Date: November 2008 - July 2023 Good - June 2023 Good - November 2019 Good - October 2019 Good - November 2018 Requires improvement - October 2015 Good - October 2015 Good - December 2014 Requires improvement - November 2014 Requires improvement - January 2009 Good - November 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about South Moreton Preschool ### Whereabouts is South Moreton Preschool? ### What is South Moreton Preschool working on improving? ### What fees does South Moreton Preschool charge? ### Is South Moreton Preschool a day nursery or preschool? ### How does South Moreton Preschool support children with SEND? ### Is South Moreton Preschool Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in Didcot Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to South Moreton Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Hadden Hill Nursery and Preschool Didcot · OX11 9BJ 4.2(14 reviews) ](/nursery/hadden-hill-nursery-and-preschool-ox11-9bj-2803378) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Ladygrove Day Nursery Didcot Didcot · OX11 7XT 4.4(11 reviews) ](/nursery/ladygrove-day-nursery-and-nursery-school-ox11-7xt-ey551933) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 2.6 mi ### Super Strike Fir Tree Holiday Camp Wallingford · OX10 0NY ](/nursery/super-strike-fir-tree-holiday-camp-ox10-0ny-2558545) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.6 mi ### Elizabeth House Day Nursery and Preschool Wallingford · OX10 9HA 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/elizabeth-house-day-nursery-and-preschool-ox10-9ha-2799637) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.8 mi ### Paddocks Pre-School Wallingford · OX10 9LT ](/nursery/paddocks-pre-school-ox10-9lt-133711) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Duchess Nursery Wallingford Wallingford · OX10 8HH ](/nursery/duchess-nursery-wallingford-ox10-8hh-2614915) [See all nurseries in Didcot →](/search?q=Didcot) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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