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St Oswald's Pre-School # St Oswald's Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2023) · St. Oswalds Park, Wren Close, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4BG · Durham Number of places 52 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Durham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St Oswald's Pre-School, located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, was registered in 1992 and operates as a full day care setting for children aged 2 to 4. This inclusive and nurturing pre-school has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with its latest inspection on 20th January 2023 highlighting outstanding quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The dedicated manager and highly qualified staff, including those with level 6 qualifications, ensure a carefully planned curriculum that ignites curiosity and creativity. The setting provides excellent opportunities for children to develop their artistic talents in the 'art studio' and fosters critical thinking through engaging activities. Staff are positive role models, promoting harmonious play and exemplary behaviour, and actively involve parents in their children's learning by sharing expertise and providing resources like a reading library. The pre-school also supports families with facilities such as a food bank and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, demonstrating its commitment to the local community and the holistic development of each child. What it's like Children thrive in this inclusive and nurturing setting, are extremely happy, and settle with ease. Staff skilfully ensure children experience awe and wonder through a carefully planned curriculum that ignites their curiosity for learning. Children play harmoniously together, and their behaviour is exemplary. Nurturing environment Creative development Critical thinking Strong parent partnerships Community integration ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Oswald's Pre-School Last inspected 20 January 2023 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive in this inclusive and nurturing setting, are extremely happy, and settle with ease. Staff skilfully ensure children experience awe and wonder through a carefully planned curriculum that ignites their curiosity for learning. Children play harmoniously together, and their behaviour is exemplary. Inspector highlights - Children thrive in this inclusive and nurturing setting, and are extremely happy and settle with ease. - Staff have transformed the learning environment, skilfully ensuring children experience awe and wonder through a carefully planned curriculum that ignites their curiosity for learning. - Children are provided with excellent opportunities to develop their creative talents and express themselves through art and design in the setting's 'art studio'. - Staff act as incredible role models for respecting others, sharing, and turn-taking. - Children play harmoniously together, and their behaviour is exemplary. - During the COVID-19 pandemic, the manager and staff provided parents with videos and activity packs to enable them to continue children's learning and development at home. - The dedicated manager has clear learning intentions and high expectations for all children, providing staff with highly focused support and training. - Staff ensure that children have the best possible start in life, providing facilities such as a food bank for families and encouraging healthy eating habits through activities like making soup. - Staff are excellent at helping children to become critical thinkers and solve problems through engaging activities. - The highly passionate special educational needs coordinator develops effective interventions that build on key observations made by all staff. - The pre-school is an integral part of the local community, holding events such as "pre-loved jumble sales" and valuing diverse cultural backgrounds. - Physical development is a strength within the setting, with children participating in weekly sports sessions. - Partnerships with parents are exceptionally strong, with staff being very accommodating and fostering an inclusive environment. - The manager gathers the views of staff and parents to help plan clear, continuous improvements and reduce paperwork. - Staff have an outstanding understanding of how to promptly deal with any concern about a child and provide parents with information on online safety. Inspection #10264890 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208475) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Oswald's Pre-School Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264890 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208475)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/314174) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2023 Date: April 2009 - January 2023 Outstanding - June 2017 Good - June 2014 Good - April 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about St Oswald's Pre-School ### From what age does St Oswald's Pre-School accept children? ### What are the main strengths of the setting? ### How is St Oswald's Pre-School classified by Ofsted? ### Which funded places does the nursery accept? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What is the Ofsted rating of St Oswald's Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Newton Aycliffe Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Oswald's Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Aycliffe Day Nursery Newton Aycliffe · DL5 4QZ 4.3(26 reviews) ](/nursery/aycliffe-day-nursery-dl5-4qz-ey452589) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### House of Eden Newton Aycliffe · DL5 4SF ](/nursery/house-of-eden-dl5-4sf-ey427246) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Playdays Nursery Newton Aycliffe · DL5 5HH ](/nursery/playdays-nursery-dl5-5hh-2787226) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### House of Eden Newton Aycliffe · DL5 7DD ](/nursery/house-of-eden-dl5-7dd-ey410991) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Haystacks Nursery Newton Aycliffe · DL5 6HP ](/nursery/haystacks-nursery-dl5-6hp-2624079) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Little Cubs Days Nursery Newton Aycliffe · DL5 6AP ](/nursery/little-cubs-days-nursery-dl5-6ap-ey402820) [See all nurseries in Newton Aycliffe →](/search?q=Newton+Aycliffe) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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