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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. The Village Pre-School # The Village Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · St Bernadette Catholic Primary School, Walsingham Way, St. Albans, AL2 1NL · Hertfordshire Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Village Pre-School is a term-time childcare setting in St. Albans, AL2 1NL, offering a welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. 30pm for children attending the pre-school. The latest Ofsted inspection, on 16/01/2024, rated the pre-school as 'Good' in overall effectiveness, highlighting the positive atmosphere created by the staff. Caring staff ensure each child is understood as a unique individual, adapting teaching to help them participate and gain the most from activities, leading children to quickly settle and become confident, inquisitive learners. The pre-school effectively uses additional funding to support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a dedicated coordinator working alongside professionals to provide pertinent support. While daily routines are generally well-planned, the inspection report suggests reviewing the use of outdoor areas and transition times to offer more engaging opportunities for children who prefer to play and learn outside. What it's like Children naturally respond to the welcoming, positive environment created by staff and thoroughly enjoy their time at this pre-school. Caring staff take time to fully understand each child as a unique individual, tailoring teaching approaches to help children participate and gain the most from each activity. Children react to this and quickly settle, becoming confident, inquisitive learners. Welcoming environment Individualised learning Effective SEND support Good progress Enjoyment of books Understanding diversity ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am until 3pm. Additionally, out-of-school care for children attending the pre-school, with sessions from 7.30am to 9am, and from 3pm to 5.30pm. Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Village Pre-School Last inspected 16 January 2024 · Kelly Eyre 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 naturally respond to the welcoming, positive environment created by staff and thoroughly enjoy their time at this pre-school. Caring staff take time to fully understand each child as a unique individual, tailoring teaching approaches to help children participate and gain the most from each activity. Children react to this and quickly settle, becoming confident, inquisitive learners. Inspector highlights - Managers are committed to the continuous review and development of the pre-school; they work closely with staff, offering tailored support and demonstrating good practice. - All children make good progress; staff observe children well, assessing what they are learning and what they need to learn next. - Staff pay close attention to their interactions with children and to the environment, recognising the role these play in supporting children's language and communication skills. - Children are developing an enjoyment of books and access them independently. - Thoughtful planning supports children in understanding diversity. Areas to develop - 1 review daily routines, particularly relating to the use of outdoor areas and the management of times of transition, to ensure children are engaged and to offer further opportunities to children who prefer to play and learn outside. Inspection #10305077 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239332) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Village Pre-School Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10305077 Lead inspector Kelly Eyre Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239332)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2645092) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-village-pre-school-al2-1nl-2645092) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on how welcoming staff are and note how much progress their children have made. > Parents comment on the good communication, enabling them to understand what their children have been learning and to build on this. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff's good understanding of each child means that additional funding is used effectively to promote children's well-being and development. The special educational needs coordinator supports staff in working closely with other professionals, to ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive pertinent support. Outdoor space On occasion, during times of transition and use of the outdoor area, children wait for longer periods of time and are not always engaged in purposeful play. The provider should review daily routines to offer further opportunities to children who prefer to play and learn outside. Inspection history Date: January 2024 - February 2024 Good - January 2024 Good ## Frequently asked about The Village Pre-School ### Does The Village Pre-School accept funded hours? ### What grade did Ofsted give The Village Pre-School? ### What outdoor space does The Village Pre-School have? ### Does The Village Pre-School take babies? ### When is The Village Pre-School open? ## Nearby day nurseries in St. Albans Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Village Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Learners Land (London Colney) London Colney · AL2 1EU 4.9(37 reviews) ](/nursery/little-learners-land-london-colney-ltd-al2-1eu-2697236) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Nightingales Day Nursery St. Albans · AL2 1BG 4.7(11 reviews) ](/nursery/little-nightingales-day-nursery-al2-1bg-ey348672) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Nuffy Bear Day Nursery St. Albans · AL4 0AH ](/nursery/nuffy-bear-day-nursery-al4-0ah-ey463946) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Willows Farm Day Nursery and Preschool St. Albans · AL4 0PF 4.0(23 reviews) ](/nursery/willows-farm-day-nursery-and-preschool-al4-0pf-2707966) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.4 mi ### Tots And Scholars Radlett · WD7 9DH ](/nursery/tots-and-scholars-wd7-9dh-2501830) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Highfield Lane Nursery School St. Albans · AL4 0GX 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/highfield-lane-nursery-school-al4-0gx-ey537245) [See all nurseries in St. Albans →](/search?q=St.+Albans) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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