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The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers # The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · Copythorne Scout Hut, Romsey Road, Southampton, SO40 2PB · Hampshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 15pm. Re-registered in September 2021 due to a change of location, the pre-school was originally established in 2016. The pre-school embraces a strong forest school ethos, with children regularly walking to a nearby woodland area for outdoor play. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle into the secure assembly area before walking to the woodland for forest school play. Staff introduce new vocabulary and sing songs, developing children's communication, language, and understanding of wildlife. Children learn well, exploring independently and collaboratively with resilience to adapt their play. Outdoors-focused curriculum Strong parent partnerships Good progress for SEND Communication skills encouraged ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 9.15am to 3.15pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers Last inspected 23 March 2023 · Lindsay Osman 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 Children arrive happy and settle into the secure assembly area before walking to the woodland for forest school play. Staff introduce new vocabulary and sing songs, developing children's communication, language, and understanding of wildlife. Children learn well, exploring independently and collaboratively with resilience to adapt their play. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happy and settle easily. - Staff introduce new vocabulary and sing songs to develop communication skills. - Children explore independently and show resilience in their play. - Children behave well and develop positive attitudes to learning. - Children, including those with SEND, make good progress. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to build on children's ability to think more deeply. Inspection #10266182 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215554) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10266182 Lead inspector Lindsay Osman Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215554)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2655591) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-forest-pre-school-at-copythorne-and-embers-so40-2pb-2655591) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > would not have got to the stages that they are at without them Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Outdoor space Children walk to a woodland area for forest school play. The woodland environment promotes children's natural curiosity. The natural environment provides many opportunities for physical development, with children accessing swings and skilfully climbing on tree trunks. Inspection history Date: March 2023 - May 2023 Good - March 2023 Good ## Frequently asked about The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers ### What is The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers working on developing? ### What do parents value about The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers? ### How does The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Southampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Forest Pre-School at Copythorne and Embers. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Romsey · SO51 6AG 4.7(29 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddi-caru-day-nursery-and-preschool-so51-6ag-2638128) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Caterpillars Pre-School Southampton · SO40 2ZZ ](/nursery/caterpillars-pre-school-so40-2zz-110465) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Pinecones Day Nursery Totton Southampton · SO40 3ZX 5.0(43 reviews) ](/nursery/pinecones-day-nursery-so40-3zx-2776740) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Testwood Baptist Church Pre-School Southampton · SO40 3LZ ](/nursery/testwood-baptist-church-pre-school-so40-3lz-109825) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Lydlynch Preschool Totton · SO40 3DW ](/nursery/lydlynch-preschool-so40-3dw-ey309670) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Fun Box Day Nursery Southampton · SO40 8DA 5.0(45 reviews) ](/nursery/fun-box-day-nursery-so40-8da-ey480297) [See all nurseries in Southampton →](/search?q=Southampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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