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The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Oct 2024)
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5.0(5 Google reviews)
·Drayton Avenue, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9PB · Warwickshire
Number of places
36 places
Age range
3–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2024
Local authority
Warwickshire

About this early years setting

The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool is an all-year setting for children aged three to four. It is located in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, and accepts government funding for various age groups. In October 2024, Ofsted inspected the nursery and judged it to be Outstanding. The inspector noted that children flourish in an inclusive setting, demonstrating exemplary behaviour and kindness. Staff were observed to know the children extremely well, and strong attachments are well established.

According to the Ofsted report, the curriculum is sharply focused and promotes rapid progress. Staff enhance children's communication skills using sign language and visual aids, and help them develop an interest in books and storytelling. Children have access to a large garden where they can build obstacle courses and engage in physical activities. Staff adapt activities so that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included. During the inspection, parents praised the staff for being enthusiastic and proactive in identifying their children's needs.

What it's like

Children flourish in this inclusive and welcoming nursery. Staff know children extremely well, and strong attachments are well established. Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they are kind and compassionate to their friends. The curriculum is sharply focused on what children need to learn, promoting rapid progress. Staff focus on enhancing children's language and communication skills, using simple sign language and visual aids.

Montessori approachOutdoor learningBrighter Learning ApproachCookeryNext Stop School programme

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Food

Meals are freshly prepared on-site by our own cook. We use fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a variety of nutritious meals that rotate regularly. Dietary preferences are taken seriously, and we cater to all requirements, including food intolerances and allergies. No charges for food.

Opening hours

7:30 am - 6:30 pm, 51 weeks a year

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2005

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool

Last inspected 7 October 2024 · Karen Millerchip

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children flourish in this inclusive and welcoming nursery. Staff know children extremely well, and strong attachments are well established. Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they are kind and compassionate to their friends. The curriculum is sharply focused on what children need to learn, promoting rapid progress. Staff focus on enhancing children's language and communication skills, using simple sign language and visual aids.

Inspector highlights

  • Children flourish in this inclusive and welcoming nursery, displaying exemplary behaviour and kindness.
  • The curriculum is sharply focused, promoting rapid progress in children's learning and development.
  • Staff effectively enhance children's language and communication skills through sign language and visual aids.
  • Children are introduced to healthy lifestyles, with a strong emphasis on promoting healthy choices and nutritious meals.
  • Children develop a passion for books and storytelling, with staff igniting their interest and imaginations.
Inspection #10352949 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents praise the enthusiastic staff team and feel they go above and beyond what is expected of them.

Parents share that staff are proactive in identifying their child's needs, and liaisons with other professionals take place rapidly.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff have high expectations for all children. They adapt activities and provide an enabling environment so that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included and progress as well as they can.

Outdoor space

Children have ample opportunities to participate in outdoor pursuits, freely accessing a large garden with a great variety of opportunities. They work together to build obstacle courses and engage in physical activities that foster strong coordination and a sense of spatial awareness, enhancing early writing techniques.

Google Reviews of The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool

5.0
(5 Google reviews)
Katy Wood
8 months ago

An amazing place to work! The Old Station Nursery are fully supportive, encourage, and reward, professional development. The staff teams at both nursery and preschool are professional, friendly and 100% dedicated to providing first class care for our families.

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Kay Clayton
a year ago

Wonderful Preschool setting. My son attends 3 sessions a week and the transformation in him has been amazing. Lucy is wonderful and has accommodated for my sons additional needs so well nothing is too much trouble for her. The staff are magnificent especially Susan and Claire who put so much time and work in with my sons development, My son adores Susan and Claire. He has come on developmentally in leaps and bounds since attending and I would recommend this setting to any parent! Absolute superstars !

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Kerry Tubbs
a year ago

My daughter started here last October and she absolutely loves going to the pre school. She always tells me about the fantastic day shes had and always comes out with a big smile on her face. The staff are wonderful and are always ensuring they are engaging in lots of amazing activities with the children that I have had sent to me via the weekly snap shots and daily moments. I am kept up to date with her development and offered parents evening to talk through this with my child’s key worker. I am so happy with the pre school and couldn’t recommend this outstanding pre school more.

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Rachel Appleton
10 months ago

Since starting at the nursery in September of last year the staff have been very welcoming and friendly. They have all helped me to settle into my role within the nursery. The nursery is always clean and tidy and the children's needs are always met .

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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024

Date: March 2011

  • October 2024Outstanding
  • December 2018Good
  • July 2015Good
  • March 2011Outstanding

Frequently asked about The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool

About the setting

The Old Station Nursery, Stratford-upon-Avon Preschool registered in 2005. It operates from purpose-built premises in the grounds of Bishopton Primary School in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. The nursery employs five members of staff, four of whom hold qualifications at level 3, and one who holds a qualification at level 5. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, except for bank holidays. The nursery provides government-funded early education for children aged three and four years.

URN
EY314529
Registered person
Polkadot Day Nurseries Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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