Opening hours
Monday to Friday, between 7:45am and 6pm
Stoke Hill Pre-School and Day Nursery
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jun 2022)
Number of places
28 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Devon
About this day nursery
Stoke Hill Pre-School & Day Nursery in Exeter offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from 0 to 5 years old. The nursery is renowned for its commitment to excellence, having consistently achieved 'Outstanding' ratings from Ofsted in four consecutive reports since 2008.
The facility is thoughtfully designed with dedicated spaces for different age groups: 'Little Boots' caters to infants up to 30 months in a cosy setting with its own outdoor area, while 'Bigger Boots' accommodates 28 children from 30 months to rising five, encouraging self-discovery. Both classrooms have access to an expansive garden featuring a hard surface play area, soft play area, grassy sections, climbing equipment, a sandpit, bicycles, scooters, trikes, and a unique 'Secret Garden' with a pond and a road safety area.
Meals are included, and the nursery operates from a 5-star rated kitchen. They emphasise a strong partnership with parents, encouraging their involvement in childcare activities and providing regular updates on children's progress.
Safety is paramount, with CCTV surveillance, secure entrances, a password system for child collection, and a fully fenced perimeter. The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage syllabus, preparing children for school by fostering confidence and independence through engaging learning experiences.
They also welcome government funding and tax-free childcare vouchers to support families.
Our ethos
Stoke Hill Pre-School and Day Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage syllabus, preparing children for school by fostering confidence and independence through engaging learning experiences. They emphasise a strong partnership with parents, encouraging their involvement in childcare activities and providing regular updates on children's progress.
What it's like
Children thrive in their learning at this exceptional setting. Passionate, knowledgeable and experienced staff skilfully identify children's next steps in learning. The curriculum targets specific learning for individual children.
Outstanding Ofsted reportsDedicated spaces for different age groupsExtensive outdoor facilitiesStrong parent partnershipAccepts government funding
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request
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Request pricing →Key facts
Age range
0 to 5 years old
Term time / All Year
All Year
Food
Three meals included each day
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Stoke Hill Pre-School and Day Nursery
Last inspected 20 June 2022
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
What it's like to attend
Children thrive in their learning at this exceptional setting. Passionate, knowledgeable and experienced staff skilfully identify children's next steps in learning. The curriculum targets specific learning for individual children.
Inspector highlights
- Books, stories and rhymes are embedded in practice and are used around the setting to complement specific learning taking place.
- Led by the exceptional manager, the staff are passionate about ensuring all children have high-quality experiences which prepare them for their next stage of education.
- The promotion of respect for people, families and community is supported via topic-based learning, key texts and activities.
- Opportunities to practise counting are embedded in the curriculum.
- The manager has very high expectations of staff.
Inspection #10126061 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
They comment that the settling-in process is supportive and is tailored to individual children's needs.
Parents describe the wonderful care and support that is afforded to the children and parents to ensure that children make the best possible progress.
Parents describe the setting as 'superb', 'homely' and 'caring.'
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff identify if a child may need additional support from the outset and work with families and external agencies to ensure all children, regardless of their starting points, achieve the best possible outcomes.
Parent Reviews of Stoke Hill Pre-School and Day Nursery
5.0
(1)
Sarah Campain
3 years ago
I can't rate these guys high enough. I have 2 children that attend the nursery full time and its wonderful. The entire team is so helpful and care for the kids so much. There is a real family feel to the nursery and both my two children are very happy here. Both 'Little Boots' (for children under 2) and 'Big Boots' (for children 2yrs +) are great. I can highly recommend them!
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Inspection history
Date: April 2004
- July 2022Outstanding
- June 2022Outstanding
- February 2016Outstanding
- February 2016Outstanding
- February 2012Outstanding
- January 2012Outstanding
- April 2008Outstanding
- April 2008Outstanding
- April 2004Good
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