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Thames View Primary School # Thames View Primary School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · Thames View Infant School, Bloors Lane, GILLINGHAM, ME8 7DS · Medway Number of places 50 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Medway About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thames View Primary School, located in Gillingham, Kent, offers a comprehensive educational experience from Nursery (Sparkles Class) through to primary years. As part of The Howard Academy Trust, the school prioritises a friendly and supportive environment for its 480 children. The curriculum is designed to help students achieve their full potential, fostering academic success alongside personal well-being. The school emphasises core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience to prepare students for a dynamic world. Beyond the classroom, Thames View is committed to a rich learning experience, which includes a Forest School programme and a variety of clubs and activities. The institution actively involves parents and the wider community in its educational mission, facilitating partnerships and providing guidance. With a strong focus on student welfare and development, Thames View Primary School strives to be a nurturing and stimulating place for all its pupils. Our ethos We promote our values of respect, responsibility and resilience, throughout all we do, so that our pupils are ready to take their place in a constantly changing world. What it's like All children are settled, confident and very happy in the welcoming and inviting environment. Children are independent, for example, they are confident to choose their own play and complete tasks, such as putting on their coats. Children are excited to join in with the interesting activities that staff carefully plan for them. Part of The Howard Academy Trust Focus on respect, responsibility, and resilience Forest School programme Strong community involvement ## 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://www.thamesview-that.org.uk/catchupfunding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 12.30pm and 3pm to 6.30pm, during term time, and from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, during the school holidays. Term time / All Year Mixed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Thames View Primary School Last inspected 25 April 2023 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 All children are settled, confident and very happy in the welcoming and inviting environment. Children are independent, for example, they are confident to choose their own play and complete tasks, such as putting on their coats. Children are excited to join in with the interesting activities that staff carefully plan for them. Inspector highlights - All children are settled, confident and very happy in the welcoming and inviting environment. - Staff have a good understanding of how they embed their chosen curriculum and do so effectively. - Children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles, including oral health. - The manager and staff establish very secure and trusting relationships with all children. - The manager closely monitors the good quality of education and care that staff provide. Areas to develop - 1 help staff to use their interactions more effectively to extend children's thinking and encourage them to express their thoughts and ideas to others - 2 provide guidance for staff to ensure that they consistently support children to fully understand acceptable and unacceptable behaviours. Inspection #10285602 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218825) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Thames View Primary School Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10285602 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218825)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY373803) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.thamesview-that.org.uk/) Thames View Infant School, Bloors Lane, GILLINGHAM, ME8 7DS Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 12.30pm and 3pm to 6.30pm, during term time, and from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, during the school holidays. [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.59913/51.37099/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near GILLINGHAM - [Day nurseries in GILLINGHAM](/search?q=GILLINGHAM) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=sunshine-thames-view-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-me8-7dx-ey373803) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children gain good physical skills, and staff encourage them to move in different ways. They climb on climbing equipment and balance on resources, such as tyres. Inspection history Date: September 2009 - April 2023 Good - October 2017 Good - October 2016 Good - December 2013 Good - September 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Thames View Primary School ### What is Thames View Primary School's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Thames View Primary School? ### What are the opening hours for Thames View Primary School? ### What is the age range for children attending Thames View Primary School? ### Does Thames View Primary School offer a Forest School program? ### Who runs Thames View Primary School? ### How does Thames View Primary School support children's independence? ### How can I contact Thames View Primary School? ## About the setting Sunshine Thames View Pre-School and Out of School Club registered in 2008. It is located in Gillingham, Kent. The setting is open from Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 12.30pm and 3pm to 6.30pm, during term time, and from Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, during the school holidays. The setting receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The setting employs six members of staff, all of whom hold relevant early years qualification at level 2 and above; this includes four members of staff who have a relevant early years qualification at level 3. URN EY373803 Registered person Sunshine Child-Care Services Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in GILLINGHAM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Thames View Primary School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Scallywags (Medway) Gillingham · ME8 7RJ 4.8(17 reviews) ](/nursery/scallywags-medway-limited-me8-7rj-ey459674) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Rainham Gillingham · ME8 8EB 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-rainham-me8-8eb-103719) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Rainbow Pre-School and Out of School Club Gillingham · ME8 8JR ](/nursery/rainbow-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-me8-8jr-156077) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Gillingham Gillingham · ME8 6AD 4.7(17 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-gillingham-me8-6ad-ey221307) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### The Gillingham Nursery Gillingham · ME8 0RR 4.8(49 reviews) ](/nursery/the-gillingham-nursery-me8-0rr-ey421060) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### 1st Friends day nursery and creche Gillingham · ME8 6BY 4.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/1st-friends-day-nursery-and-creche-ltd-me8-6by) [See all nurseries in GILLINGHAM →](/search?q=GILLINGHAM) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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