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St Josephs Pre-School Unit # St Josephs Pre-School Unit Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · St Josephs RC Primary School, Coombeshead Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1PT · Devon Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St Joseph's Pre-School Unit in Newton Abbot offers quality childcare for children aged 2 to 5 years. They provide a flexible childcare service, operating from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. The pre-school welcomes children throughout the year, accommodating transfers and changes in working hours with minimal waiting times. They emphasise a welcoming environment with a focus on school readiness in the Starfish room and a nurturing atmosphere in the Turtle room. Various activities are offered, including weekly yoga sessions, and there are no additional charges for snacks and drinks. Lunches can be booked for an additional fee. The pre-school is committed to supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with a dedicated Safeguarding Officer and SENDCo. They also strive to promote inclusion, equality, and diversity within their policies and daily practices. Our ethos St Joseph's Pre-School Unit is dedicated to providing a high-quality and nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. They focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere, supporting children's transition to school, and promoting their overall development through a range of engaging activities. The pre-school is committed to inclusivity and supporting children with diverse needs. What it's like Children enjoy going to the pre-school, where they meet their friends. Staff welcome children warmly and provide a wide range of resources for them to choose from. They prioritise the importance of building relationships with children and families, which helps children settle in quickly, ready to learn as they arrive in the morning. Ofsted Registered SEND Support School Readiness Focus ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around hourly rates that vary based on the child's age band. A one-off registration fee is payable upon starting. Drinks and snacks are included in the fees, whereas school lunches can be purchased daily as an optional extra. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - 2 year olds hourly rate £7.62 / hour - 3 and 4 year olds hourly rate £5.66 / hour - Registration fee £25.00 - School lunch £2.81 / day Good to know - A one-off registration fee is payable when a child starts. - Snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day at no additional charge. - School lunches are available for an additional daily charge, or children may bring a packed lunch. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Josephs Pre-School Unit Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10376176 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274737)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/106222) 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://stjosephspreschoolunit.com) St Josephs RC Primary School, Coombeshead Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1PT [© 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#/-3.62107/50.53383/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Newton Abbot - [Day nurseries in Newton Abbot](/search?q=Newton+Abbot) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-josephs-pre-school-unit-tq12-1pt-106222) ## Key facts Food Snacks and drinks provided; School lunches available for purchase (£2.81 per day) or children can bring a packed lunch. Waitlist Operates a waiting list when necessary, offering welcome sessions as spaces become available. Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Full Day, Ad hoc Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Josephs Pre-School Unit Last inspected 17 March 2025 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 enjoy going to the pre-school, where they meet their friends. Staff welcome children warmly and provide a wide range of resources for them to choose from. They prioritise the importance of building relationships with children and families, which helps children settle in quickly, ready to learn as they arrive in the morning. Inspector highlights - Managers ensure that staff complete relevant training to fulfil their roles and work as a team, updating their knowledge about keeping children safe. - Staff prioritise opportunities for children to develop their communication and language skills, using interactions to encourage exploration and talk. - The pre-school has expanded to include an additional large room and a woodland area, providing more opportunities for physical development. - Staff work closely with parents to support children in developing independence, such as potty training and using cutlery. - Staff focus their attention on developing children's speaking and listening skills by talking with the children as they play and providing tools like microphones. Areas to develop - 1 provide children with the interactions they need during mealtimes to develop their conversation skills further - 2 make better use of group times so that staff's expectations are relevant to the children's learning needs. Inspection #10376176 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274737) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff carefully consider how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work in partnership with other professionals, including specialist teams from the county and speech and language therapists. The managers employ additional staff to support children's individual needs, play and learning. Staff know the children very well and ensure that any statutory assessments and referrals are made to ensure children are well supported. Outdoor space Children play indoors and outside where they climb, slide and build with construction equipment. The nursery expansion now provides further opportunities for children to be more active, including a woodland area where children enjoy running up and down the hill under the trees and creating a mud pit. Inspection history Date: December 2004 - April 2025 Good - March 2025 Good - June 2019 Good - May 2019 Good - November 2015 Good - October 2015 Good - December 2009 Good - November 2009 Good - December 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about St Josephs Pre-School Unit ### What are the opening hours at St Josephs Pre-School Unit? ### What is St Josephs Pre-School Unit working on improving? ### How is St Josephs Pre-School Unit classified by Ofsted? ### How can St Josephs Pre-School Unit be contacted? ### Is St Josephs Pre-School Unit suitable for under-twos? ## Nearby day nurseries in Newton Abbot Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Josephs Pre-School Unit. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Newton Abbot Preschool Newton Abbot · TQ12 2NB 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/newton-abbot-preschool-tq12-2nb-2637488) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### hdc Nursery Newton Abbot Devon · TQ12 2HH 5.0(20 reviews) ](/nursery/humpty-dumpty-childcare-tq12-2hh-ey472569) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Sunflower Day Nursery Courtenay Park Newton Abbot · TQ12 2HD 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/sunflower-day-nursery-courtenay-park-tq12-2hd-ey432688) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Sunflower Day Nursery Newton Abbot · TQ12 3AF 4.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/sunflower-day-nursery-tq12-3af-ey432696) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Abbotsbury School Newton Abbot · TQ12 2JD 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/abbotsbury-school-tq12-2jd) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Ark in the Park Day Nursery Newton Abbot · TQ12 1BZ ](/nursery/ark-in-the-park-day-nursery-tq12-1bz-154066) [See all nurseries in Newton Abbot →](/search?q=Newton+Abbot) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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