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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. The Woodland Pre-School # The Woodland Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · West End Academy, Regent Street, Pontefract, WF9 4QJ · Wakefield Number of places 70 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Wakefield About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Woodland Pre-School, part of the Waterton Pre-School family, offers Early Years Education and childcare for children aged 2-5 years. The Pre-School focuses on providing a high-quality, engaging curriculum that caters to each child's individual interests, needs, and developmental pace. Play is central to their approach, ensuring a happy and stimulating environment where children can explore and learn. The Woodland Pre-School aims to foster a sense of self and encourage progress through positive adult interactions and a variety of exciting activities. They operate 51 weeks a year, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, offering flexible options to accommodate families and support government funding entitlements. Prospective families are welcome to visit the Pre-School for a tour, either during open days or by appointment. Our ethos The Woodland Pre-School centres its approach on play-based learning, encouraging children to explore and learn in a happy and stimulating environment. They focus on catering to each child's individual interests, needs, and developmental pace, fostering self-discovery through positive interactions and varied activities. What it's like Children thrive at this warm and homely setting, arriving excited and eager to start their day. They enjoy a wide range of experiences, including a mobile zoo and engaging storytelling that promotes a love of books. The curriculum is well planned, helping children develop mathematical skills and resilience while fostering independence through choices and self-care. Play-based learning Flexible childcare options Accepts government funding ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 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 7:30am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks a year (excluding bank holidays/inset days) Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types sessional, full day care ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Woodland Pre-School Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10405902 Lead inspector Abby Clarkson [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287506)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2744720) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-woodland-pre-school-wf9-4qj-2744720) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Woodland Pre-School Last inspected 13 August 2025 · Abby Clarkson 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 thrive at this warm and homely setting, arriving excited and eager to start their day. They enjoy a wide range of experiences, including a mobile zoo and engaging storytelling that promotes a love of books. The curriculum is well planned, helping children develop mathematical skills and resilience while fostering independence through choices and self-care. Inspector highlights - Children thrive at this warm and homely setting and enjoy a wide range of experiences. - The curriculum is well planned and takes into account the needs of the children. - Managers share clear expectations and provide training opportunities for staff. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress. - Partnerships with parents and carers are strong, and leaders create strong relationships with the local school. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to help children to develop their spoken language skills further - 2 provide children with consistent messages about the importance of a healthy diet. Inspection #10405902 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287506) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents explain that the setting has built their children's confidence. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress. Staff use additional funding to support children with SEND to access the full curriculum. Special educational needs coordinators create achievable targets and ensure that all staff understand how best to support children with SEND. Outdoor space Staff use the outdoor area to grow fruit and vegetables with children. They provide children with a nutritious diet. Inspection history Most recent inspection 13 August 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287506) ## Frequently asked about The Woodland Pre-School ### Does The Woodland Pre-School accept funded hours? ### What do parents value about The Woodland Pre-School? ### What type of nursery is The Woodland Pre-School? ### Is The Woodland Pre-School Ofsted registered? ### How many children attend The Woodland Pre-School? ### How does settling in work at The Woodland Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Pontefract Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Woodland Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Butterflys Day Nursery Pontefract · WF9 4LQ ](/nursery/butterflys-day-nursery-wf9-4lq-ey346645) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Gruffalos (Hemsworth) Pontefract · WF9 4AZ 5.0(14 reviews) ](/nursery/little-gruffalos-hemsworth-wf9-4az-ey487726) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### The Red Roof Children's Day Nursery Kinsley, Pontefract · WF9 5BP 3.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-red-roof-children-s-day-nursery-wf9-5bp-2708821) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### The Meadow Pre-School Pontefract · WF9 5BP ](/nursery/the-meadow-pre-school-wf9-5bp-2744695) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Little Explorers Pontefract · WF7 7DF ](/nursery/little-explorers-wf7-7df-ey552958) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Kids World Havercroft Wakefield · WF4 2BE 4.2(15 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-world-havercroft-wf4-2be-ey540556) [See all nurseries in Pontefract →](/search?q=Pontefract) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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