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The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers # The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · The Reading Room, Bashley Cross Road, Christchurch, BH23 7DX · Hampshire Number of places 62 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers, part of Christ Church CE Primary & Nursery Academy, dedicates itself to providing an outstanding early years experience. The academy operates under the guiding principle of "Learning to live together, together living to learn," alongside the inspirational message "Learn from Me" (Matthew 11:29). The overarching vision is to enable every child to fulfil their God-given potential within a supportive, nurturing, and ambitious setting. The institution has earned an "EXCELLENT" rating in all areas as a Church School, with particular commendation for its Early Years provision. The academy actively promotes a strong sense of community and provides a wealth of resources for parents, including detailed admissions information for both the nursery and primary school, term dates, and various academic support initiatives. They also have a strong focus on wellbeing, with policies and programmes addressing mental health, healthy eating, and anti-bullying. The school encourages parental involvement through community links and offers extended school activities and holiday clubs. What it's like Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this inviting, woodland setting. They are warmly welcomed by friendly staff and arrive eager to explore. Children form strong bonds with staff from the outset, who are responsive to their needs. They move freely around the woodland's accessible areas for learning. OUTSTANDING Early Years provision Church of England school Focus on community links Strong emphasis on wellbeing ## 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.christchurch.academy/admissions-1/) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.00am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers Last inspected 2 August 2022 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 thoroughly enjoy their time at this inviting, woodland setting. They are warmly welcomed by friendly staff and arrive eager to explore. Children form strong bonds with staff from the outset, who are responsive to their needs. They move freely around the woodland's accessible areas for learning. Inspector highlights - Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this inviting, woodland setting. - Leaders design a curriculum that aims to promote children's all-round development. - There is an effective key person system in place. - Mathematics is incorporated as children explore and play. - Children learn about the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen monitoring of staff's practice to identify any weaknesses and to improve their curriculum delivery to focus more precisely on children's next steps in learning - 2 raise children's awareness of the world further through learning opportunities that focus on cultures, diversity and people beyond their immediate experience. Inspection #10208219 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193194) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers Inspection date Aug 2022 Inspection no. 10208219 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193194)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2524828) 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-nursery-outdoor-adventurers-bh23-7dx-2524828) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak with admiration about the significant impact of the provision on their children's progress. > They comment on how ready their children are for school and that they have the essential skills needed to succeed in life. > Parents are impressed with their children's knowledge, such as how to tend to plants. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children experience the natural world first hand. They are inquisitive and excited as they discover natural resources and find real creatures, such as butterflies. Children have ample opportunities to safely use the extensive woodland areas, such as balancing on a plank over a ditch. Inspection history Date: August 2022 - September 2022 Good - August 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers ### What do parents value about The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers? ### Which curriculum approach is used at The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers? ### How many places does The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers have? ### What part of the country is The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers in? ## Nearby day nurseries in Christchurch Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Forest Pre-School, Nursery & Outdoor Adventurers. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Dell Cottage Day Nursery Christchurch · BH23 5QG ](/nursery/dell-cottage-day-nursery-bh23-5qg-ey315470) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.9 mi ### Little Acorns Nursery (New Milton) New Milton · BH25 6DX ](/nursery/little-acorns-nursery-new-milton-limited-bh25-6dx-2833670) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.9 mi ### First Friends Day Nursery New Milton · BH25 6DS ](/nursery/first-friends-day-nursery-bh25-6ds-2863005) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Stepping Stones of Sopley Christchurch · BH23 8DD ](/nursery/stepping-stones-of-sopley-bh23-8dd-ey468225) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Little Trees Pre-School New Milton · BH25 5AA ](/nursery/little-trees-pre-school-bh25-5aa-ey422378) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Little Explorers Christchurch · BH23 3AS ](/nursery/little-explorers-bh23-3as-2546498) [See all nurseries in Christchurch →](/search?q=Christchurch) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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