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The Peaks Preschool # The Peaks Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · Reading Room, Peak Forest, BUXTON, SK17 8EF · Derbyshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Derbyshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Peaks Preschool, known as Buxton Nursery, provides a stimulating environment for children aged three months to five years. 5 to 5 years, fostering a "free play" approach where children can explore both indoor and outdoor spaces. Activities include creative and messy play, construction, storytelling, number games, and mark-making. They have an upstairs reading area and varied role-play opportunities to encourage imaginative play. Small group learning and daily circle time, songs, and story sessions are also incorporated. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on seven areas of learning, with activities tailored to individual developmental stages. The nursery offers a rolling snack system to minimise disruption and supports children's transition to school, including the option for children to have lunch in the school hall. The staff team includes a Director, Deputy Manager, Pre-school Supervisor, SENCO, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, and Key Persons. Our ethos The Peaks Preschool operates on a "free play" approach, encouraging children to explore indoor and outdoor spaces freely. Their curriculum is grounded in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), focusing on seven areas of learning and tailoring activities to individual development. They also foster imaginative play and provide opportunities for creative and messy exploration. What it's like Children are confident and familiar with the routines of the setting. When children are upset, staff are kind and attentive and provide comfort and reassurance, helping children to quickly settle and become involved in activities. Children and families openly share information with staff, and positive relationships are securely in place. Free play approach EYFS curriculum Focus on school readiness Indoor and outdoor exploration ## 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. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, from 9am until 3pm, term time only. The pre-school also operates on a Wednesday, from 9am until 3pm, from the premises in Peakdale. Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Morning, Afternoon Established 2014 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Peaks Preschool Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10076164 Lead inspector Mel Walker Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187524)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY479593) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-peaks-preschool-sk17-8ef-ey479593) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Peaks Preschool Last inspected 27 May 2022 · Mel Walker 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 are confident and familiar with the routines of the setting. When children are upset, staff are kind and attentive and provide comfort and reassurance, helping children to quickly settle and become involved in activities. Children and families openly share information with staff, and positive relationships are securely in place. Inspector highlights - Children are aware of the expectations of the setting, such as 'kind hands', 'walking feet' and 'listening ears'. - Opportunities for children to develop their physical skills are plentiful. - Children learn about people within their local area. - The setting implements good routines to promote independence during morning snack. - The manager supports staff in their professional development, especially in children's communication and language development. Areas to develop - 1 increase the opportunities for children to practise independence skills consistently throughout the day - 2 improve the availability of appropriate hand-drying facilities to further promote hygiene practices. Inspection #10076164 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187524) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Some parents have commented that children are asking to leave the table at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager supports staff in their professional development, with some staff undertaking training to support children's communication and language development. As a result, staff feel more confident in identifying areas where children may need additional help, which informs the planning of appropriate activities and strategies. Outdoor space Children use their core muscles to balance on a wooden plank held between two tyres. Additionally, they confidently climb to the top of the outdoor steps and take great pleasure in jumping off. Inspection history Date: April 2016 - May 2022 Good - April 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about The Peaks Preschool ### What is the Ofsted rating of The Peaks Preschool? ### Which areas is the nursery developing? ### How does settling in work at The Peaks Preschool? ### Whereabouts is The Peaks Preschool? ### Who works in the team at the preschool? ### How are snacks and meals handled? ## Nearby day nurseries in BUXTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Peaks Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### The Peaks Buxton · SK17 8AJ ](/nursery/the-peaks-sk17-8aj-ey480201) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### Tideswell Preschool Buxton · SK17 8NE ](/nursery/tideswell-preschool-sk17-8ne-2597773) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.6 mi ### The Kid Company High Peak · SK23 0EN ](/nursery/the-kid-company-llp-sk23-0en-ey439532) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Cheeky Monkeys High Peak · SK23 0TQ ](/nursery/cheeky-monkeys-sk23-0tq-ey259428) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Minnie Me Pre School Buxton · SK17 7LF ](/nursery/minnie-me-pre-school-sk17-7lf-2518542) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.8 mi ### Chinley Day Nursery Chinley · SK23 6FG ](/nursery/chinley-day-nursery-sk23-6fg-ey497467) [See all nurseries in BUXTON →](/search?q=BUXTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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