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Welford Pre-School # Welford Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · The Mobile Unit, Welford Sibbertoft & Sulby Endowed School, Northampton, NN6 6HU · West Northamptonshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority West Northamptonshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Welford Pre-school and Kids Aloud Club provides outstanding early years education for children aged 2-4, along with breakfast and after-school clubs for children up to 12 years old. The pre-school operates from a mobile unit situated on the grounds of Welford, Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School, which facilitates a smooth transition for children moving into reception classes. They promote child-led and outdoor play, encouraging children to explore their interests and discover the world through real-life experiences. Highly qualified staff offer flexible session bookings, including the option to book extra or swap sessions at short notice, ensuring a nurturing environment where children can develop skills and learn through play. Our ethos Welford Pre-school promotes child-led and outdoor play, encouraging children to explore their interests and discover the world through real-life experiences. They aim to provide a nurturing environment where children can develop skills and learn through play. What it's like Children confidently say goodbye to their parents and/or carers when they arrive at the pre-school. Staff greet children warmly and encourage them to put their lunch boxes and drink bottles away. Children benefit from a curriculum that builds on what they already know and can do. Child-led play Outdoor play Flexible sessions Smooth school transition ## 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.welfordpreschool.com/fees-and-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Pre-school: 9:15 am - 3:15 pm (Monday-Friday); Breakfast Club: 7:45 am - 8:45 am; PS Early Drop off: 8:45 am - 9:15 am; After School Club: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Age range 2-12 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Welford Pre-School Last inspected 14 June 2023 · Emily Lofts 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 confidently say goodbye to their parents and/or carers when they arrive at the pre-school. Staff greet children warmly and encourage them to put their lunch boxes and drink bottles away. Children benefit from a curriculum that builds on what they already know and can do. Inspector highlights - The manager has worked hard to meet the actions set since the last inspection. - Staff are clear on what they want children to learn during activities. - Staff recognise children's home experiences and plan to expand on these, providing additional opportunities. - Staff's interactions with children are consistently high quality, with many natural conversations and discussions. - Staff consistently introduce children to new vocabulary and check their understanding. Areas to develop - 1 allow children more time to respond to questions before moving on - 2 consider the organisation of transition times so that all children know what to do. Inspection #10247230 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223568) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Welford Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10247230 Lead inspector Emily Lofts Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223568)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY360214) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=welford-pre-school-nn6-6hu-ey360214) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They comment that they have regular conversations with their child's key person. > Parents explain how the pre-school staff provide ideas to help them support their children's learning at home. > They comment how they enjoy the regular stay-and-play sessions and how all staff at the pre-school are kind and approachable. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well. Staff find out all about children's individual needs and work alongside other agencies and other settings children attend to provide effective support. Staff regularly attend training to develop their understanding of supporting children who have SEND. Outdoor space Children have many opportunities to develop their physical skills in the outside area. They race around on bikes, negotiating space successfully and problem-solve how to travel between two tyres by using a log. Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: November 2009 - June 2023 Good - June 2022 Requires improvement - May 2015 Outstanding - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Welford Pre-School ### What stands out about the quality of care at Welford Pre-School? ### What kind of childcare setting is Welford Pre-School? ### Does Welford Pre-School take babies? ### How do parents describe their experience of Welford Pre-School? ### How was Welford Pre-School rated by Ofsted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Northampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Welford Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### JJ's Kiddycare Northampton · NN6 6HF ](/nursery/jj-s-kiddycare-nn6-6hf-ey384013) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### Dairy Farm Day Nursery Lutterworth · LE17 6LU ](/nursery/dairy-farm-day-nursery-le17-6lu-ey484235) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.2 mi ### SHDC Baby Barn / SHDC Little Paddocks Northampton · NN6 8QP ](/nursery/shdc-baby-barn-shdc-little-paddocks-nn6-8qp-2866425) [See all nurseries in Northampton →](/search?q=Northampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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