St John's Church Pre-School Nursery

About this early years setting

Registered with Ofsted in 1993, St John's Church Pre-School Nursery in Poole provides a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 4 years old. Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm during term time, the nursery received an overall 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 29 April 2025.

Children are met by caring staff and show great enthusiasm for learning, engaging with a wide range of carefully planned activities. The curriculum is thoughtfully sequenced to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for school readiness, and staff effectively identify and address any developmental gaps, providing tailored support.

The provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is good, with staff collaborating closely with parents and professionals to ensure inclusive progress for all children. The nursery strongly promotes independence, encouraging children to develop self-care skills such as wiping their noses and learning about good dental hygiene.

Older children at the nursery enjoy outdoor learning experiences in the 'growing garden,' where they water strawberry plants and persevere in moving tyres around the garden and pushing them up a small slide. Staff utilise small group activities to enhance language and communication skills, employing high-quality teaching strategies to engage and motivate children.

Parents consistently praise the care and education their children receive, particularly acknowledging the support provided for healthy habits.

What it's like

Children and their families receive a warm welcome from the caring and friendly staff at this setting. Children show enthusiasm for learning as they choose what they'd like to play with from the wide range of interesting activities staff have carefully planned and prepared. Staff praise children's efforts and achievements, which helps build children's confidence and resilience.

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