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Turvey Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2023)
·The Reading Room, High Street, Bedford, MK43 8DB · Bedford
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Bedford

About this day nursery

Turvey Pre-School Playgroup boasts a rich history of over 50 years, dedicated to nurturing children from Turvey and its surrounding communities. As a registered charity, the pre-school is committed to providing a secure, stimulating, and caring learning environment where each child can flourish at their own pace with personalised support.

The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, guiding children's development from birth through their reception year. The pre-school highly values community involvement and actively engages in fundraising to maintain its historic Grade II listed building, "The Reading Room," and to enhance its educational resources.

The team is passionate about fostering confident, happy, and resilient individuals, preparing them for future academic endeavours. A recent Ofsted inspection lauded the pre-school for its high-quality childcare.

Staff members consistently pursue professional development, ensuring a dedicated and skilled team.

Our ethos

Our Passion, Your Child’s Future

What it's like

Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this welcoming pre-school, demonstrating a strong sense of security as they confidently follow routines and seek staff for comfort and play. They behave well, and staff sensitively intervene to help children understand their feelings. Children use their imaginations and creativity in the interesting opportunities provided.

Charity-run50 years of experienceEYFS curriculumCommunity-focusedWraparound care available

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
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Key facts

Opening hours

Preschool: Monday 9am - 12:45pm, Tuesday to Friday 9am - 3pm. Wraparound Care (3+ years): Before School Club Monday to Friday from 7:45am, After School Club Monday to Friday until 5:30pm. Open School Term Time Only.

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1993

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Turvey Pre-School

Last inspected 13 June 2023 · Elke Rockey

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 thoroughly enjoy their time at this welcoming pre-school, demonstrating a strong sense of security as they confidently follow routines and seek staff for comfort and play. They behave well, and staff sensitively intervene to help children understand their feelings. Children use their imaginations and creativity in the interesting opportunities provided.

Inspector highlights

  • Children demonstrate a strong sense of security as they confidently follow routines.
  • Staff help children to develop a love of books and reading.
  • Staff plan opportunities that support children's physical skills well.
  • Children are learning about the natural world and how to keep themselves safe.
  • Staff work very well with other professionals, going above and beyond to support families.

Areas to develop

  • 1offer staff more sharply focused support to help them to consistently develop and extend children's knowledge and skills.
Inspection #10278025 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are extremely satisfied with the pre-school provision.

They talk about how their children's social skills have flourished since attending the pre-school.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work very well with other professionals, liaising with specialists to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the services they require. This includes spending additional funding in collaboration with parents to benefit children's overall development.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: November 2005

  • July 2023Good
  • February 2023Inadequate
  • January 2023Inadequate
  • May 2017Outstanding
  • April 2017Outstanding
  • May 2014Good
  • April 2014Good
  • December 2008Good
  • November 2008Good
  • November 2005Good

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