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Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School # Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · The Pavilion, Long Lane, Norwich, NR14 8LY · Norfolk Number of places 15 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Norfolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School is a committee-led charitable organisation offering a stimulating and nurturing environment for young children. Located in the Community Hall on Long Lane, opposite the primary school in Stoke Holy Cross, the pre-school benefits from adjacent parking, a playing field, and a well-equipped playground for outdoor activities. The dedicated team consists of highly qualified and enthusiastic individuals committed to providing outstanding care through a child-led approach. The pre-school has an outdoor play area featuring a mud kitchen, sand pit, playhouse, and balance bikes. Registered with Ofsted Early Years, the pre-school can accommodate up to 15 children per session, catering to children from two years old up to statutory school age. They operate during Norfolk County Council term times, with flexible session availability. Parents are invited to a "Stay and Play" session before their child starts, and home visits are offered to provide a comprehensive insight into the child's home life, facilitating a smooth transition into pre-school. Our ethos The pre-school is committed to providing outstanding care through a child-led approach. They aim to create a stimulating and nurturing environment for young children, with a focus on outdoor play and a smooth transition into pre-school through stay and play sessions and home visits. What it's like Leaders and staff focus on getting to know children and their families before they start pre-school, offering home visits to build relationships. Staff are warm and caring, providing comfort and reassurance if children become upset, which supports their emotional well-being. Consequently, children feel safe and secure and quickly settle well. Charity-run preschool Child-led approach Outdoor play area Ofsted registered ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://shxpreschool.co.uk/facebook-feed/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (collections at 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM) Age range 2 years to statutory school age Term time / All Year Term Time Session types full day, half day Established 1992 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10382846 Lead inspector Marie Walker [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288875)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/254295) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=stoke-holy-cross-pre-school-nr14-8ly-254295) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School Last inspected 12 September 2025 · Marie Walker Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Leaders and staff focus on getting to know children and their families before they start pre-school, offering home visits to build relationships. Staff are warm and caring, providing comfort and reassurance if children become upset, which supports their emotional well-being. Consequently, children feel safe and secure and quickly settle well. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff focus on getting to know children and their families, offering home visits to build relationships. - Staff support children's imaginative play effectively, joining in sensitively and extending children's learning. - Children benefit from regular trips into the community and learn about the natural world. - Children spend plenty of time outdoors each day, where they benefit from fresh air and regular exercise. - Leaders are reflective and evaluate the pre-school accurately, passionate about driving improvements and supporting staff. Areas to develop - 1 ensure staff support children to develop their independence further to support their move on to school - 2 support staff to develop the implementation of planned activities to reflect the identified learning intention for the children taking part. Inspection #10382846 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288875) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > come out with the most incredible extended sentences Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children spend plenty of time outdoors each day, where they benefit from fresh air and regular exercise. Staff set up obstacle courses to help children develop their physical skills such as balancing, running and jumping. Inspection history Date: July 2007 - October 2025 Good - September 2025 Good - January 2025 Requires improvement - December 2024 Requires improvement - February 2019 Good - February 2019 Good - December 2015 Good - November 2015 Good - July 2010 Good - July 2010 Good - July 2007 Good ## Frequently asked about Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School ### What stands out about Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School? ### When is Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School open? ### How many places does Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School have? ### What is the Ofsted rating of Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School? ### How can Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Norwich Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Stoke Holy Cross Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Treetops nursery - Mulbarton Norwich · NR14 8AE ](/nursery/treetops-nursery-mulbarton-nr14-8ae-2509136) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Cheeky Smiles Norwich · NR4 6LQ 4.7(41 reviews) ](/nursery/cheeky-smiles-ltd-nr4-6lq-ey557418) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.8 mi ### Treetops Nursery Mulbarton Norwich · NR14 8JG ](/nursery/treetops-nursery-mulbarton-nr14-8jg-2807414) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Mulberry Bush Day Nursery Norwich · NR14 8JP ](/nursery/mulberry-bush-day-nursery-nr14-8jp-ey258132) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Dandelion Education Norwich · NR4 6NN 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/dandelion-education-ltd-nr4-6nn-ey556769) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Chapelfield Children's Day Nursery School Norwich · NR14 8TU 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/chapelfield-children-s-day-nursery-school-nr14-8tu-2653174) [See all nurseries in Norwich →](/search?q=Norwich) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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