--- title: "Swanmore Pre-School, Southampton | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/swanmore-pre-school-so32-2pa-ey419791 description: "Swanmore Pre-School in Southampton — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Swanmore Pre-School Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Church Road, Swanmore, Southampton, SO32 2PA · Hampshire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Hampshire ## About this early years setting Swanmore Pre-School, registered in 2010, operates from the grounds of Swanmore Primary School in Swanmore, Hampshire, serving children aged 2 to 4 years old. The pre-school earned a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on June 27, 2025. With a committed team of 10 staff members, all holding childcare qualifications from level 2 to level 6, the setting is open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, during term time only. Swanmore Pre-School provides an inclusive learning environment focused on developing children's love for reading, critical thinking, and positive relationships. They effectively support children transitioning to school and have a well-sequenced curriculum, taking into account individual progress. The pre-school accepts funding for free early education for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds. What it's like Children at Swanmore Pre-School develop a love for reading, actively engaging in story times and borrowing books from the pre-school library. They are encouraged to solve problems, fostering critical thinking and building strong relationships with staff. The inclusive learning environment supports all children, including those with SEND, by nurturing independence and curiosity and promoting respect for others. Children transitioning to school receive effective support, preparing them confidently for their next step. Love of reading Critical thinking Positive relationships Smooth transitions Inclusive learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year Term_time_only Registered with Ofsted 2010 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Swanmore Pre-School Last inspected 27 June 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff consistently help children to develop a love of reading and books, with children sitting enthralled during story times. - Adults gently encourage children to solve problems, helping them develop critical thinking skills. - The setting has created an inclusive learning environment for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Staff provide effective support for children transitioning to school, collaborating with schools and preparing children to talk confidently about their feelings. - Leaders have devised a well-sequenced curriculum that targets every child's learning and development, adapting it based on individual progress. - Staff collaborate well with parents, providing advice and connecting them with specialist professionals to support children's progress at home. - Staff follow children's interests closely and ask frequent questions to further their understanding. - Leaders have implemented an effective staff development system, with staff regularly attending courses and sharing new knowledge and skills. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, fostering an open and positive culture. - Leaders plan some exploration of different nationalities, such as a visit from a French language speaker and learning about Chinese New Year and Diwali. - Parents report positively on their relationships with staff and feel that their children are making very good progress in their confidence and social skills. Areas to develop - 1 Enhance staff teaching strategies to help children fully understand new learning during group activities. - 2 Extend the curriculum to provide further opportunities for children to learn about cultural diversity and different communities different to their own. Inspection #10399691 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283417) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have created an inclusive learning environment for all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff have high expectations for children with SEND and understand their needs well. For example, staff support children with additional needs to interact positively with their peers, helping them build social confidence and make good progress with their communication skills. Inspection history Date: May 2011 - June 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - March 2016 Outstanding - May 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Swanmore Pre-School ### Which funding entitlements does Swanmore Pre-School accept? ### What type of nursery is Swanmore Pre-School? ### What is Swanmore Pre-School working to improve? ## Nearby day nurseries in Southampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Swanmore Pre-School. - Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Lilypad Preschool Southampton · SO32 1EP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/lilypad-preschool-so32-1ep-ey338740 - Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Fairlands Day Nursery Southampton · SO32 2HY 5.0(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fairlands-day-nursery-so32-2hy-ey380797 - Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Kids Love Nature Kindergarten at Wickham Fareham · PO17 5HA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kids-love-nature-kindergarten-at-wickham-po17-5ha-ey477379 - Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Happy Mindz Day Nursery And Pre-School Fareham · PO17 5DE 4.2(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/happy-mindz-day-nursery-and-pre-school-po17-5de-ey496973 - Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Durley Ladybirds Pre-School Durley · SO32 2BS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/durley-ladybirds-pre-school-so32-2bs-2620921 - Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Hopscotch Day Nursery Botley Southampton · SO32 2DR 4.1(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/hopscotch-day-nursery-botley-so32-2dr-ey409191 See all nurseries in Southampton →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Southampton ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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