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# St.Peter's Pre-School Ardingly

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Ofsted: Good

(Nov 2024) 

· St. Peters Church Centre, Street Lane, Haywards Heath, RH17 6UN · West Sussex 

Number of places

14 places

Age range

2–4 yrs

Last inspected

Nov 2024

Local authority

West Sussex

About 

-   About 
-   Pricing 
-   Ofsted 
-   Inclusion 
-   FAQ 

-   [About](#about)
-   [Pricing](#pricing)
-   [Ofsted](#ofsted)
-   [Inclusion](#inclusion)
-   [FAQ](#faq)

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## About this day nursery

St Peter's Pre-School, nestled in the picturesque countryside surrounding Ardingly village, has been a cornerstone of early childhood education for over four decades. Established in 1965 by dedicated parents who identified a local need for childcare, this registered charity now provides nurturing care and learning opportunities for children aged 2 to 5 years old.

The pre-school operates five mornings and four afternoons per week, aligning with the academic calendar for 38 weeks annually, and can accommodate up to 26 children. With a consistent 'good' rating from Ofsted, St Peter's Pre-School is committed to fostering confidence and community in a secure and engaging environment where children can play, learn, and grow.

What it's like

Staff provide a welcoming and secure environment for children. Children show excitement as they arrive and run into the open arms of staff, before engaging in a selection of well-planned activities. All children, including those who need additional support, make good progress from their starting points.

Village pre-school Charity-run Established 1965 Ofsted rated good 

## Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 

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## Key facts

Opening hours

Five mornings and four afternoons each week for 38 weeks of the academic calendar.

Age range

2 to 5 years old

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions

Ofsted Inspection

## Ofsted rating for St.Peter's Pre-School Ardingly

Last inspected 26 November 2024 · Tina Lambert

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

Staff provide a welcoming and secure environment for children. Children show excitement as they arrive and run into the open arms of staff, before engaging in a selection of well-planned activities. All children, including those who need additional support, make good progress from their starting points.

Inspector highlights

-   Staff are excellent role models, and this positively impacts the way children behave. 
-   Leaders ensure that referrals are made to the appropriate outside agencies in order to further support children. 
-   Overall, interactions between staff and children are stimulating and purposeful. 
-   Staff teach children to understand healthy lifestyles. 
-   Staff weave mathematical learning into children's play. 

Areas to develop

-   1 strengthen interactions so that children, particularly less confident children, fully engage and benefit from the learning opportunities 
-   2 give children more time to think and respond to questions asked to support their speaking and critical thinking skills. 

Inspection #10368489 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50265742)

### Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of St.Peter's Pre-School Ardingly

Inspection date

Nov 2024

Inspection no.

10368489

Lead inspector

Tina Lambert

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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Inclusion & environment

## How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders ensure that referrals are made to the appropriate outside agencies in order to further support children. Staff use advice provided by external professionals to create and implement individual learning plans. This approach helps to ensure that children who are at risk of falling behind are provided with the same level of care and education as other children.

Outdoor space

Children have daily opportunities to play in the fresh air or to walk around the community in which they live.

Inspection history

Date: February 2008

-   January 2025 Good 
-   November 2024 Good 
-   April 2019 Good 
-   March 2019 Good 
-   July 2016 Good 
-   June 2016 Good 
-   August 2015 Requires improvement 
-   February 2012 Good 
-   October 2011 Good 
-   February 2008 Good 

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