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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Watling View School # Watling View School Compare Contact Nursery Provider closed · Watling View School, Watling View, ST. ALBANS, AL1 2NU · Hertfordshire Number of places 20 places Age range 4–5 yrs Last inspected Oct 2012 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Watling View School, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is a dedicated maintained special school that educates 109 pupils between the ages of 2 and 19. The school focuses on supporting children with a wide array of complex and profound learning difficulties. A central tenet of their educational philosophy is to foster the social and independent development of each individual, enhancing their communication and essential life skills. The overarching goal is to equip every pupil for a successful transition into adulthood and life beyond their time at Watling View. The school is deeply committed to its guiding vision: "Watling View - Be kind, Be responsible, Be the Best You Can," which underpins all their activities and approaches to pupil development. Our ethos Watling View School's educational philosophy centres on fostering the social and independent development of each individual, enhancing their communication and essential life skills to equip them for adulthood. This is underpinned by their vision to "Be kind, Be responsible, Be the Best You Can." What it's like Children participate in a range of play experiences and activities and enjoy their surroundings. Staff are friendly and approachable, working closely with parents to meet children's needs, and children can make independent choices in their play. The setting provides a safe and secure environment where children feel valued. Special School Ages 2-19 Complex and profound learning difficulties ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.watlingview.herts.sch.uk/Strategic-Improvement-Plan/) ## Key facts Opening hours 10am to 3pm Age range 2-19 Term time / All Year Mixed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Watling View School Last inspected 8 October 2012 · Jane Mount What it's like to attend Children participate in a range of play experiences and activities and enjoy their surroundings. Staff are friendly and approachable, working closely with parents to meet children's needs, and children can make independent choices in their play. The setting provides a safe and secure environment where children feel valued. Inspector highlights - Effective partnerships between staff and parents positively contribute to the settings knowledge of individual children to ensure their needs are fully met. - Staff work well together as a team and effectively implement the setting's policies and procedures to ensure children are safe and their welfare is fully protected. - Positive links have been established with many of the schools children attend to ensure continuity and to promote the full integration of care and learning. - Regular praise and encouragement from staff ensure children develop high levels of confidence and self-esteem. - High staff to child ratios mean that all children receive close support and attention. Areas to develop - 1 improve the organisation and use of space and resources in the indoor environment to extend opportunities for children to play and enhance their learning. Inspection #786968 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2076367) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Watling View School Inspection date Oct 2012 Inspection no. 786968 Lead inspector Jane Mount [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2076367)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY440020) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.watlingview.herts.sch.uk/) Watling View School, Watling View, ST. 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Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision SNAP (Special Needs, Activities and Play) at Watling View School operates from Watling View school, which is a specialist school for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. It has the necessary access, facilities and equipment to meet their needs. Staff are effective in ensuring all children are fully integrated and supported in their learning, regardless of their starting points, and communication tools such as visual timetables, communication boards and signing are used. Outdoor space The early years provision has enclosed outdoor play areas. Staff help children gain a secure understanding of safety issues, for example, they discuss why it is dangerous to walk near the swings when playing outside. Inspection history Ofsted records show this provider has **closed** and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display. ## Frequently asked about Watling View School ### What outdoor space does Watling View School have? ### Whereabouts is Watling View School? ### How can Watling View School be contacted? ### How does Watling View School support children with SEND? ### Does Watling View School take babies? ### What is Watling View School working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in ST. 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