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Strawberry Fields Nursery and Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2024)
·Euxton Lane, Chorley, PR7 1PS · Lancashire
Number of places
101 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2024
Local authority
Lancashire

About this day nursery

Strawberry Fields Nursery and Preschool, located in Chorley, offers a nurturing environment focused on children's welfare, development, and education. This purpose-built facility features three distinct rooms across two floors: a ground-floor room for children under two, and two additional rooms on the second mezzanine level for two-to-three-year-olds and three-to-five-year-olds, respectively.

The nursery also boasts a large, secure outdoor play area with a separate section specifically designed for the youngest children, as well as convenient access to an indoor play centre. Strawberry Fields is regulated by Ofsted, ensuring a safe, professional childcare setting.

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The nursery adopts an "In the Moment Planning" approach, which encourages children's interests to foster their growth and development, and also prioritises outdoor access and engagement with the local community through planned outings. Prospective families are encouraged to visit to experience the facilities firsthand and meet the staff.

Our ethos

Strawberry Fields Nursery and Preschool uses an "In the Moment Planning" approach, prioritising children's interests to foster their growth and development. They also emphasise outdoor access, engagement with the local community, and enriching activities such as music, swimming, and P.E. as part of their curriculum.

What it's like

The manager and staff create a warm and welcoming environment for children. They provide a range of activities that spark children's interests, helping them develop positive attitudes to learning and independence. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

Ofsted-regulatedPurpose-built facilitySwimming lessonsHealthy eating focusIn the Moment Planning

Pricing & funding

Saturday sessions are charged at an hourly rate with a minimum session length. Fees include lunch, and all bookings must be paid for in advance.

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of 2 hours per session.
  • Lunch is included in the fees.
  • Bookings must be made by 5pm on the preceding Thursday.
  • Payment is required at the time of booking.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm (age 3 months to 4 years 11 months); Saturdays: 9:30am - 3:30pm (age 2 to 4 years 11 months); Holiday Club: 8:30am - 5:30pm (age 5 to 11 years), open all school holidays except Christmas.

Session types

Full day, Morning, Afternoon, Holiday Club

Food

Healthy meals are encouraged, and a nutritious menu is provided. Lunch is included for Saturday sessions.

Age range

3 months to 11 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Strawberry Fields Nursery and Preschool

Last inspected 4 April 2024

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

The manager and staff create a warm and welcoming environment for children. They provide a range of activities that spark children's interests, helping them develop positive attitudes to learning and independence. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager and staff work well as a team, showing commitment to improving the quality of education.
  • The quality of education is strong, which helps children to make progress.
  • Staff are confident communicators who engage children in conversations, introducing new words.
  • Books are a prominent feature of the nursery, having a positive impact on children's early literacy.
  • The curriculum for mathematics is sequenced well, building children's mathematical skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen staff's knowledge and confidence in developing children's communication and language skills
  • 2support staff to receive focused highly effective development opportunities to help them build on the quality of education throughout the nursery.
Inspection #10319092 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

communication has improved and they are much more aware of what their children are doing and learning in nursery

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Effective support is provided to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff work in partnership with parents and professionals. For example, staff have introduced British Sign Language into the curriculum, which has been beneficial in helping children to communicate their thoughts, wishes and feelings, reducing anxiety.

Inspection history

Date: October 2023

  • April 2024Good
  • April 2024Good
  • December 2023Inadequate
  • October 2023Inadequate

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