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White Rabbit Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2019)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·La Basse Road, Baden Powell Estate, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3HS · North Yorkshire
Number of places
40 places
Age range
1–3 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2019
Local authority
North Yorkshire

About this day nursery

Catterick Garrison Preschool Group (CGPG) provides a nurturing and secure environment for young children, recognising the critical developmental stages of early childhood. The group emphasises play-based learning, incorporating sensory and movement activities, quiet time, and creative exploration.

They are committed to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), collaborating with parents and external agencies to tailor learning methods for individual needs. CGPG understands the unique challenges faced by Armed Forces families, offering support during transitions and fostering connections with those who may be geographically distant.

The curriculum includes rich outdoor play, encouraging physical development and connection with nature, alongside creative learning through music, art, sand, water, and imaginative play using a variety of resources. The group consistently strives to enhance its practices through guidance from Early Excellence audits and the Preschool Alliance, aiming to make every learning experience joyful and engaging.

The organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

Our ethos

Catterick Garrison Preschool Group (CGPG) is committed to play-based learning, featuring sensory and movement activities, quiet time, and creative exploration. They focus on supporting children with SEND through tailored learning methods and strengthening connections with Armed Forces families. The curriculum includes outdoor play and creative learning, aiming for joyful and engaging experiences.

What it's like

Staff support children's emotional well-being from the moment they enter the pre-school. Children are greeted with genuine beaming smiles and a cheery welcome from all staff. Children make good progress from their starting points, and staff have high expectations for all children.

Supports Armed Forces FamiliesPlay-based LearningOutdoor FocusSEND Support

Pricing & funding

This term-time nursery operates for 38 weeks of the year. Additional hours outside of funded provision are charged on an hourly basis in advance. Fees include breakfast and snacks, while parents are required to provide their own packed lunches, nappies, and wipes.

Good to know

  • Open term-time only for 38 weeks per year.
  • A refundable deposit is required to cover potential funding gaps.
  • Additional hours are billed in advance.
  • Breakfast and snacks are provided, but parents must bring a packed lunch, nappies, and wipes.
  • Outing costs are currently covered by the nursery.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday for 48 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 9am until 3pm.

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for White Rabbit Pre-School

Last inspected 20 September 2019 · Denise Charge

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Staff support children's emotional well-being from the moment they enter the pre-school. Children are greeted with genuine beaming smiles and a cheery welcome from all staff. Children make good progress from their starting points, and staff have high expectations for all children.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff recognise the importance of outdoor play for children's learning and have developed their outdoor space with vision and creativity.
  • Children's communication and language skills are well supported through rich vocabulary and clear communication.
  • Children's literacy skills are fostered as they take their favourite books to adults for stories to be read and engage in book-linked activities.
  • Children show a clear understanding of the need to respect others as they welcome children into play and encourage sharing.
  • The management team follows effective recruitment and vetting procedures and works with other professionals for a consistent approach to children's care and learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1make increased use of activities and routines to extend children's understanding and enjoyment of early mathematics and further strengthen their knowledge of numbers and counting.
Inspection #10106815 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are very complimentary about the pre-school and the care and support staff offer.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff recognise the importance of outdoor play for children's learning and have developed their outdoor space with vision and creativity. Children explore this environment with confidence, enjoyment and enthusiasm, demonstrating high levels of self-assurance as they manoeuvre around obstacles and carry resources.

Parent Reviews of White Rabbit Pre-School

5.0
(2)

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

20 September 2019

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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