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The Sombornes Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·The Annex, Romsey Road, Stockbridge, SO20 6PP · Hampshire
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

The Sombornes Preschool, established in September 2011, is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing exceptional care and early years education for children aged two years up to statutory school age. Situated in a semi-rural location, the preschool proudly serves families within Kings Somborne, Little Somborne, Up Somborne, and other surrounding villages.

It operates for 38 weeks a year and has the capacity to accommodate a maximum of 30 children. The philosophy revolves around play-based learning within a nurturing and relaxed environment.

The preschool leverages its outdoor fenced space and nearby playing fields for various activities including nature walks, sports, and other outdoor experiences. Indoors, the setting is warm and inviting, showcasing children's artwork and photographs, with a wide array of engaging activities designed to motivate and interest every child.

They are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all children, regardless of background or ability, feel valued. The Sombornes Preschool also maintains strong collaborative ties with the local primary school, ensuring a smooth transition for children entering Reception.

Our ethos

We offer play-based learning in a relaxed and nurturing environment. Our primary focus is to create a safe and secure environment for children to learn through play both inside and outside. We are committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, or needs, feel included and valued.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and demonstrate secure attachments with their key person, referring to them as their 'special person'. They confidently follow routines, develop good independence skills, and are keen to engage in activities, showing high levels of concentration.

Charity-runPlay-based learningOutdoor learning

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged at an hourly rate for children who are not eligible for funding. Invoices are issued in advance at the end of each half-term, calculated based on the number of registered weekly sessions. A discretionary fee applies for late collections.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Good to know

  • Invoices are issued in advance at the end of the previous half-term.
  • Fees are based on the number of sessions per week for which your child is registered.
  • Payments can be made by electronic transfer, cash, or cheque.
  • A discretionary late collection fee is charged per minute.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Thursday: 8.45 - 14.45/15.00; Friday: 8.45 - 12.45

Session types

Morning Session, Morning Session Including lunch, Afternoon Session, Full Day

Age range

2 years to statutory school age

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Sombornes Preschool

Last inspected 7 July 2022 · Hayley Doncom

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 happily and demonstrate secure attachments with their key person, referring to them as their 'special person'. They confidently follow routines, develop good independence skills, and are keen to engage in activities, showing high levels of concentration.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager and staff have a good understanding of what they want children to learn and how best to teach.
  • Staff know the children extremely well and support their progress effectively.
  • The key-person system is effective, helping children feel safe and secure.
  • Staff promote children's vocabulary effectively, using methods such as Makaton sign language.
  • Children behave well and are supported by consistent rules and boundaries.

Areas to develop

  • 1review aspects of planning to ensure activities are consistently purposeful, challenging and take into consideration what children know and need to know next
  • 2provide children with further opportunities to think for themselves in order to develop their problem-solving skills and manage social situations.
Inspection #10239430 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff provide a wide range of experiences which help children to develop well physically. Children show enjoyment in manipulating dough for small-muscle skills and wash large play cars for upper body strength. They practise moving their bodies in different ways using a climbing frame and in physical education lessons.

Parent Reviews of The Sombornes Preschool

5.0
(2)
Charlotte Harris
3 years ago

My daughter really enjoys attending this preschool. The staff are friendly and helpful. There are weekly themes and activities for the children. They do a lot of extra activities for the children which is a lovely touch. There is a secure outdoor area for play and plenty of parking for drop off. A great place to send your children to.

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Inspection history

Date: July 2022

  • August 2022Good
  • July 2022Good

Frequently asked about The Sombornes Preschool

About the setting

The Sombornes Preschool re-registered in 2020 and is located in Kings Somborne, near Romsey in Hampshire. The pre-school is open Monday to Thursday from 9.15am until 3.15pm, and Fridays from 9.15am to 1pm. There are four members of staff working with the children, all holding relevant early years qualifications between levels 3 and 5, with the manager holding a level 6 early years degree. The provider receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years and offers early years pupil premium funding.

URN
2581137
Registered person
The Sombornes' Pre-School
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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