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Walney Central Pre-School # Walney Central Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · The Old Police House, Central Drive, BARROW-IN-FURNESS, LA14 3HY · Westmorland and Furness Number of places 45 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 Local authority Westmorland and Furness About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Walney Central Pre-School is a day care facility located in Barrow-in-Furness, providing high-quality early years childcare and education. The nursery prides itself on fostering a stimulating environment where children can develop confidence at their own pace, through a commitment to learning through play. With a capacity for up to 45 children, the pre-school promotes a joyful learning experience. The playrooms are thoughtfully designed to encourage curiosity across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. The provision of healthy meals and snacks, alongside engaging play sessions, ensures that children are well-cared for throughout their day. Walney Central Pre-School holds a 'Good' Ofsted rating, signifying its dedication to excellence in early years provision. Parents interested in admissions or a personal tour are encouraged to contact the team directly. The nursery currently operates a waiting list. Our ethos The practitioners aim to build a stimulating environment where little ones can develop confidence at their own pace. Committed to learning through play, they promote a joyful learning experience. The nursery playrooms are carefully designed to spark curiosity across all areas of the EYFS curriculum. What it's like Children are greeted warmly by friendly and caring staff and quickly settle into activities. They play well, share resources, and demonstrate good behaviour and confidence. Staff have high expectations for children's learning, supporting individual needs and fostering independence. Good Ofsted rating Learning through play EYFS curriculum Capacity for 45 children Full day care ## Pricing & funding 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 Monday to Friday, 8am until 4.30pm Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day care Food Healthy meals and snacks provided Established 1972 Waitlist Waiting list ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Walney Central Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10276161 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50211877)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/317622) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery The Old Police House, Central Drive, BARROW-IN-FURNESS, LA14 3HY Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am until 4.30pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-3.25507/54.10713/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BARROW-IN-FURNESS - [Day nurseries in BARROW-IN-FURNESS](/search?q=BARROW-IN-FURNESS) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=walney-central-pre-school-la14-3hy-317622) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Walney Central Pre-School Last inspected 6 February 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are greeted warmly by friendly and caring staff and quickly settle into activities. They play well, share resources, and demonstrate good behaviour and confidence. Staff have high expectations for children's learning, supporting individual needs and fostering independence. Inspector highlights - Children's literacy skills are consistently promoted. - Staff use many good explanations and demonstrations to help children master new skills. - Children are supported to progressively build on their physical skills. - Staff work closely with parents and external agencies to ensure they meet the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise and nutritious, freshly cooked meals. Areas to develop - 1 make the most of all opportunities to develop children's awareness of managing their own safety - 2 develop a more consistent approach to teaching children about the importance of good hygiene practises and how to manage their own personal care needs to further enhance their self-care skills. Inspection #10276161 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50211877) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > 'the aunties' keep them well informed about their child's progress and offer valuable guidance to support continued learning at home > the children's progress reports are 'a joy to read'. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with parents and external agencies to ensure they meet the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The on-site special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) liaises closely with the staff to ensure that children can take part in all aspects of the learning environment. As a result, children, especially those with SEND, make very good progress. Outdoor space Risk assessments are carried out daily to ensure that the indoor and outdoor environments are suitable for children. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. Inspection history Date: November 2011 - February 2023 Good - July 2017 Good - November 2012 Good - November 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Walney Central Pre-School ### What stands out about Walney Central Pre-School? ### What age children does Walney Central Pre-School take? ### How many places does Walney Central Pre-School have? ### Outdoor space at Walney Central Pre-School? ## About the setting Walney Central Pre-School registered in 1972 and is situated in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. The pre-school employs 18 members of staff. Of these, two hold a childcare qualification at level 6, and 14 hold qualification at level 3. The pre-school opens from Monday to Friday, all year round. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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