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Thatcham Pre-School # Thatcham Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 8 The Burdwood Centre, Thatcham, RG19 4YA · West Berkshire Number of places 35 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority West Berkshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Thatcham Pre-School, formerly Thatcham Playgroup, has been a cornerstone of early childhood education in Thatcham since 1966. As a registered charity and committee-run establishment, it is regulated by OFSTED and is a member of the Pre-School Learning Alliance. Conveniently located within the Burdwood Community Centre, the pre-school is easily accessible by public transport, and is close to Thatcham town centre, train station, and local primary schools like Francis Baily and Spurcroft School. It offers term-time care for children aged 2 to 5 years, providing a stimulating and fun educational environment. The pre-school focuses on child-led learning, planning activities based on children's interests to help them thrive and learn through play. Facilities include daily access to art and craft activities, physical play, a role-play area, sensory activities, and sand and water play. Children also benefit from free flow between indoor and outdoor spaces, weather permitting, with the outdoor area featuring a mud kitchen and various toys and climbing equipment. The pre-school also aims to offer flexible childcare and works in partnership with parents/carers and the local community to achieve positive outcomes for children. Our ethos Thatcham Pre-School aims to provide a caring, secure, stimulating, and happy environment where all children can flourish. They value the contributions of all families and offer children opportunities to develop physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Their approach involves taking into account children's interests and planning activities they will enjoy, allowing them to thrive and learn through play. What it's like Children are happy and secure, and enjoy the time they spend at the pre-school. They are motivated to explore the learning environment and make new discoveries. The pre-school provides a secure foundation for children's future learning, and children make good progress. Charity-run Committee-run Established 1966 Play-based learning Indoor/Outdoor free flow ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged at a flat hourly rate. A one-off registration fee is required to secure a place, and a voluntary weekly contribution is requested from families to cover the cost of healthy morning and afternoon snacks. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - A registration fee is required to secure your child's place. - A voluntary weekly snack contribution is requested per family to cover AM and PM snacks. ## Key facts Opening hours Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 3:00pm Age range 2 to 5 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Session types term time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Thatcham Pre-School Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10202446 Lead inspector Ingrid Howell [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50173828)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY555048) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=thatcham-pre-school-rg19-4ya-ey555048) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Thatcham Pre-School Last inspected 8 November 2021 · Ingrid Howell Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and secure, and enjoy the time they spend at the pre-school. They are motivated to explore the learning environment and make new discoveries. The pre-school provides a secure foundation for children's future learning, and children make good progress. Inspector highlights - Children are motivated to explore the learning environment and make new discoveries. - Staff have high expectations for all children and are committed to providing high-quality, inclusive care and education. - Staff make good use of observations and assessments to help plan for children's next steps in play and learning. - Children behave well, copying the good role modelling of staff. - Children demonstrate good levels of imagination and play together harmoniously with their friends. Areas to develop - 1 develop further the arrangements to share information with parents and to gather their views and ideas for improvement. Inspection #10202446 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50173828) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents report that they would like staff to provide more suggestions on how they can support their children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. Outdoor space Children particularly enjoy the freedom to play and learn outdoors. They eagerly challenge themselves as they use a selection of resources that encourage them to be adventurous and physically active, exploring different ways of climbing on and off apparatus. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2021 Date: June 2021 - November 2021 Good - June 2021 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Thatcham Pre-School ### What is the address of Thatcham Pre-School? ### How can Thatcham Pre-School be contacted? ### What outdoor space does Thatcham Pre-School use? ### Which funded places does Thatcham Pre-School accept? ## About the setting Thatcham Pre-School registered in 2017 and is located in Thatcham, Berkshire. The setting operates Monday to Friday, during term time only, between 9am and 3pm. There are currently five staff who work directly with the children; all hold a level 3 qualification. The setting receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. 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