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Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School # Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · St. Laurence C E Primary School, 16 Thame Road, WALLINGFORD, OX10 7DX · Oxfordshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Oxfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School, also known as WASPS, is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. Their philosophy centres on fostering learning through play within a relaxed, inclusive setting, encouraging children to explore and grow at their own pace. The preschool offers a comprehensive programme that includes both morning and afternoon sessions, featuring a blend of free play, guided activities, group learning, storytelling, and snack times. Additionally, WASPS extends its services beyond regular preschool hours with an After School Club and Holiday Clubs, catering to children aged 2-11, including pupils from St Laurence School and other local children. Operated by a team of committed, qualified childcare specialists and managed by a volunteer parent committee, WASPS places a high priority on the well-being and development of every child. As a charity, the preschool relies significantly on fundraising activities to supplement fees, ensuring the continued provision of quality facilities and diverse educational experiences. They tie their term dates and inset days to those of St Laurence School, offering clear scheduling information for families. Our ethos The preschool's philosophy centres on fostering learning through play within a relaxed, inclusive setting, encouraging children to explore and grow at their own pace. They are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment. What it's like Most children enter the pre-school confidently after their half-term break. All children receive a warm welcome from staff, and their parents are invited to stay until their child is fully settled and playing happily. Children are happy; they demonstrate they feel safe and clearly enjoy what is available. Charity-run Learning through play Wraparound care Holiday club ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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 Mon-Fri 09:00-17:30 Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2007 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10279021 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222294)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY351101) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=warborough-shillingford-pre-school-ox10-7dx-ey351101) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School Last inspected 6 June 2023 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 Most children enter the pre-school confidently after their half-term break. All children receive a warm welcome from staff, and their parents are invited to stay until their child is fully settled and playing happily. Children are happy; they demonstrate they feel safe and clearly enjoy what is available. Inspector highlights - The new leadership team has made significant improvements to safeguarding, quality of teaching and organisation. - A newly-developed curriculum is now in place, which sets out what leaders want children to learn. - Staff have a good awareness of their role as a key-person and support children's ideas and self-chosen play effectively. - Staff model language well, which helps children to develop their own communication and language. - Children behave well, have fun together, and are becoming increasingly independent. Areas to develop - 1 build on the good systems for staff support to identify their professional development needs more effectively, enhance their skills and raise the quality of education and children's care to an even higher level. Inspection #10279021 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222294) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment positively about the changes made to the pre-school and how they are happy with the way their children are developing. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with additional funding, are very well supported by staff. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing outside. They enjoy running around the garden, balancing on the stepping stones and riding on bicycles. This supports children's well-being and physical skills. Staff follow children's lead on making potions in the garden and drink the 'latte' that the children have created for them. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: May 2010 - June 2023 Good - December 2022 Inadequate - May 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - May 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School ### How are meals and snack times handled? ### What is the setting working on improving? ### Whereabouts is Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School? ### Which funded childcare entitlements are accepted? ### Does the setting run holiday or wraparound care? ### How many places does Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School have? ## Nearby day nurseries in WALLINGFORD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Warborough & Shillingford Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Dorchester on Thames Pre-School Wallingford · OX10 7HR ](/nursery/dorchester-on-thames-pre-school-ox10-7hr-134311) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Scamps of Benson Wallingford · OX10 6SH 4.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/scamps-of-benson-ltd-ox10-6sh-ey261414) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Duchess Nursery Wallingford Wallingford · OX10 8HH ](/nursery/duchess-nursery-wallingford-ox10-8hh-2614915) - [ Ofsted report unavailable 2.2 mi ### Super Strike Fir Tree Holiday Camp Wallingford · OX10 0NY ](/nursery/super-strike-fir-tree-holiday-camp-ox10-0ny-2558545) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Puddleduck Nursery Wallingford · OX10 8BA ](/nursery/puddleduck-nursery-ox10-8ba-ey308572) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Berinsfield Early Years Pre-school Wallingford · OX10 7LZ ](/nursery/berinsfield-early-years-pre-school-ox10-7lz-ey426703) [See all nurseries in WALLINGFORD →](/search?q=WALLINGFORD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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