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Tinky's Pre-School # Tinky's Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · Gatehouse Cp School, Secmaton Lane, DAWLISH, EX7 0LW · Devon Number of places 29 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Tinky's Pre-School in Dawlish offers a stimulating and comfortable environment from its purpose-built location within Gatehouse Primary Academy. The spacious facilities include a well-equipped indoor area and an enclosed outdoor play space, both designed to cater to the individual needs of each child. The preschool is committed to delivering exceptional care and diverse learning opportunities. Their philosophy centres on the importance of learning through play and fostering enjoyment during a child's early developmental stages. Tinky's Pre-School implements a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with the seven areas of learning outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring that all children are supported in their progress and achievements in a joyful setting. Our ethos The aim of the Pre-School is to provide the highest standards of care and learning opportunities for all children. We aim to extend each child's development considering their individual needs in a happy and fun learning environment. We believe that learning through play and having fun is important in children's early years. We provide a varied curriculum to support the children to achieve and make progress in all 7 areas of learning outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage. What it's like The pre-school is inviting and interesting for the children. Children have access to many different activities to support their learning and development. Staff introduce new activities, challenges and skills every day for the children to explore and learn from, fostering confidence and a love of learning. Learning through play Purpose-built facility Outdoor play area ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges an hourly rate for non-funded and extended hours, with rates tiered by age. Parents can opt for cooked school meals or provide a packed lunch, and uniform items are available to purchase. A late collection charge applies if children are not picked up on time. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Good to know - All-day attendees must bring a packed lunch with an ice pack or order a school meal. - Hot site-cooked lunches must be paid for prior to ordering. - A late collection fee applies if a child is not picked up within ten minutes of Pre-School finishing. - Extended funding hours are charged at the standard hourly rate depending on the child's age. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tinky's Pre-School Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10233769 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199843)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY412281) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=tinky-s-pre-school-ex7-0lw-ey412281) ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tinky's Pre-School Last inspected 17 October 2022 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 The pre-school is inviting and interesting for the children. Children have access to many different activities to support their learning and development. Staff introduce new activities, challenges and skills every day for the children to explore and learn from, fostering confidence and a love of learning. Inspector highlights - The pre-school is inviting and interesting for the children. - Managers have developed an ambitious curriculum, and they have the same ambitions for all children. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. - Staff ensure that their own speaking and listening enables children to hear and develop their own language and vocabulary well. - Links with parents are strong. Areas to develop - 1 enhance children's learning further by extending activities to encourage deeper levels of concentration and learning - 2 ensure all children develop a love of books and reading to develop strong foundations for future learning, especially in preparation for becoming future readers. Inspection #10233769 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199843) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > they are well informed, that activities are interesting and their children are happy Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. Staff take quick action when they notice a child is in need of additional support, and they make appropriate referrals and use successful strategies to help children gain confidence and make progress. Links with specialists, such as speech and language therapists, are strong, and families of children with SEND are well supported. Outdoor space Children are able to explore a large outside area, where they run and play, developing balancing skills on steppingstones and balance beams. They enjoy creating 'meals', cooperating and socialising in the mud kitchen, and have access to a large play area and woods for 'outdoor' learning sessions to develop their understanding of nature and the wider world. Inspection history Date: March 2011 - October 2022 Good - December 2016 Good - August 2013 Good - June 2013 Inadequate - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Tinky's Pre-School ### Is Tinky's Pre-School Ofsted registered? ### What do parents say about Tinky's Pre-School? ### What kind of childcare setting is Tinky's Pre-School? ### How can Tinky's Pre-School be contacted? ### Which funded childcare places does Tinky's Pre-School accept? ### How does Tinky's Pre-School support children with SEND? ### From what age does Tinky's Pre-School accept children? ## Nearby day nurseries in DAWLISH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tinky's Pre-School. - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Secret Garden Day Nursery (Dawlish) Dawlish · EX7 9QJ ](/nursery/secret-garden-day-nursery-dawlish-ltd-ex7-9qj-2832264) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.3 mi ### Puffins at Westcliff Dawlish · EX7 9RA 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/puffins-at-westcliff-ex7-9ra-2839866) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Raddenstile Childcare T/a The Dolphin Pre School and Nursery Exmouth · EX8 2JH 5.0(36 reviews) ](/nursery/raddenstile-childcare-ltd-t-a-the-dolphin-pre-school-and-nursery-ex8-2jh-ey424607) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 3.1 mi ### Wildlings Forest Kindergarten Exeter · EX7 0QE 4.9(17 reviews) ](/nursery/wildlings-forest-kindergarten-ex7-0qe-2763963) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### ABC Day Nursery Exmouth · EX8 3DX ](/nursery/abc-day-nursery-ex8-3dx) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Sunshine Pre-school Exmouth Exmouth · EX8 2LE 5.0(17 reviews) ](/nursery/sunshine-pre-school-exmouth-ltd-ex8-2le-ey476959) [See all nurseries in DAWLISH →](/search?q=DAWLISH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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