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The Chesterfords Community Preschool # The Chesterfords Community Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · The Chesterfords Community centre, Newmarket Road, SAFFRON WALDEN, CB10 1NS · Essex Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Chesterfords Community Preschool, located in Great Chesterford, offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for children aged two to four years and older, serving families from the local Chesterfords area, Saffron Walden, and surrounding villages. The preschool operates during term-time, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, providing both morning and afternoon sessions. Children attending the afternoon session are required to bring their own packed lunch. With a consistent 'Good' rating from Ofsted, most recently in October 2024, the preschool is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential, develop independence, and prepare for primary school, with a particular benefit for those transitioning to Great Chesterford Academy. The facility features ample parking for convenient drop-offs and collections and actively engages with its community through events and fundraising efforts, with updates shared on their Facebook page. They are a registered charity, committed to equality and diversity for all children and their families. What it's like The caring and nurturing staff team at The Chesterfords Community Preschool creates a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well and form strong bonds with their key persons. Learning opportunities are based on children's interests and key topics, leading to sustained engagement in activities. The pre-school fosters a strong community feel, connecting children with their local surroundings and promoting a love for books and learning. Community-based preschool Ofsted-rated "Good" Catres for 2-4+ year olds Prepares children for primary school ## 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.chesterfordspreschool.org.uk/admissions) ## Key facts Opening hours 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday, during term time Session types Morning session (9:00 am to 12:00 pm), Afternoon session (12:00 pm to 3:00 pm), Full day (9:00 am to 3:00 pm) Age range 2 to 4+ years old Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2011 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Chesterfords Community Preschool Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10359960 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260437)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY430960) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.chesterfordspreschool.org.uk/) The Chesterfords Community centre, Newmarket Road, SAFFRON WALDEN, CB10 1NS [© 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#/0.19428/52.06485/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near SAFFRON WALDEN - [Day nurseries in SAFFRON WALDEN](/search?q=SAFFRON+WALDEN) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-chesterfords-community-preschool-cb10-1ns-ey430960) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Chesterfords Community Preschool Last inspected 8 October 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 caring and nurturing staff team at The Chesterfords Community Preschool creates a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well and form strong bonds with their key persons. Learning opportunities are based on children's interests and key topics, leading to sustained engagement in activities. The pre-school fosters a strong community feel, connecting children with their local surroundings and promoting a love for books and learning. Inspector highlights - The caring and nurturing staff team creates a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well. - The pre-school has a real community feel, and children are right at the heart of all that staff do. - Children of all ages access books, with a wide variety readily available, encouraging independent reading and promoting a love of books. - Pre-school staff are keen to ensure that children develop healthy lifestyles, incorporating exercise and healthy eating activities. - Parent partnerships are a key strength of the pre-school, with various communication techniques used to share information and support children's development. - The leadership team supports staff well-being effectively, and staff enjoy the training opportunities provided. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to develop their knowledge and ability to set next-step targets that build on the areas children need to develop the most - 2 focus supervision targets more precisely to support staff and raise the quality of their teaching to the highest level Inspection #10359960 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260437) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents describe the staff team as being the 'making of the wonderful pre-school'. They would not send their children anywhere else. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision At times, gaps in areas such as language development are not always given priority. Outdoor space Staff use the local community area, including the 'nature space', to build on children's knowledge of the world around them. The 'nature space' is an allotment area where children grow their own fruit and vegetables. ## Parent Reviews of The Chesterfords Community Preschool 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL1xEWGcUhg_aqzfWtZKioFdnOujpjPhZu53AyUX7zSy-C2aQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cleo Higgins a year ago My daughter absolutely loved her time at the preschool. The ladies are brilliant, such a caring and wonderful setting. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBcXFiallBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d862d59b0526ed:0x6551036dd16af71) Reviews from Google for The Chesterfords Community Preschool. 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