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Our son left for school today. He’s been here since he was 14 months old. They are amazing, caring and kind people. He has had so much fun. What we have loved is the constant changes they make, they are always looking to improve their environment and the provision they provide. 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Whittington Pre-School # Whittington Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · Chester Road, Whittington Barracks, LICHFIELD, WS14 9PY · Staffordshire Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Whittington Preschool and Day Nursery is an independent childcare provider situated within Whittington Barracks in Lichfield, offering a nurturing environment for young children. Emphasising outdoor adventure, the nursery boasts private woodland and bespoke gardens for exploration. As a registered charity, all profits are reinvested directly into enhancing the children's experience rather than benefiting shareholders. The nursery prioritises safety and security with a gated entrance and 24/7 CCTV surveillance to provide parents with peace of mind. Various rooms cater to different age groups, from babies to preschool-aged children, and the curriculum includes a Forest School programme. Parents can inquire about spaces through an online form, selecting the appropriate room for their child's age and providing preferred days and a start date. The nursery welcomes both military and civilian families. Our ethos Whittington Pre-School emphasises outdoor adventure, offering children exploration in private woodland and gardens. They incorporate a Forest School programme into their curriculum. As a registered charity, they reinvest profits into enhancing the children's experience. What it's like Children demonstrate a sense of belonging in this warm and welcoming setting. Staff are considerate and sensitive of children's feelings, and they place a high level of importance on supporting children's emotional well-being. The setting provides a varied and stimulating learning environment where staff carefully consider the needs and interests of the children that attend, enhancing curiosity and igniting imagination. Forest School Registered Charity Extensive Outdoor Spaces Secure Environment ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged per session for full days, morning, or afternoon sessions, with meals included in these standard times. Separate fees apply for individual meals, late payments, late collections, and ad-hoc hours. Good to know - Standard session prices include snacks and meals. - Late payment fees and late collection fees apply. - Ad-hoc hours are charged at an hourly rate. ## Key facts Food Meals and snacks are provided and included in the full day and session prices, with additional charges for specific meal items and extra snacks. Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm Age range 3 months to 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2009 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Whittington Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10392527 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283270)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY384325) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.whittington-preschool.co.uk/) Chester Road, Whittington Barracks, LICHFIELD, WS14 9PY [© 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#/-1.77581/52.66031/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LICHFIELD - [Day nurseries in LICHFIELD](/search?q=LICHFIELD) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=whittington-pre-school-ws14-9py-ey384325) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Whittington Pre-School Last inspected 27 June 2025 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 demonstrate a sense of belonging in this warm and welcoming setting. Staff are considerate and sensitive of children's feelings, and they place a high level of importance on supporting children's emotional well-being. The setting provides a varied and stimulating learning environment where staff carefully consider the needs and interests of the children that attend, enhancing curiosity and igniting imagination. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate a sense of belonging and staff support their emotional well-being. - The setting provides a varied and stimulating learning environment that enhances curiosity and ignites imagination. - Staff have a consistent approach to behaviour management, encouraging positive decision-making. - Children enjoy many opportunities to practise their physical skills, including exploring a woodland area. - Partnerships with parents are very good. Areas to develop - 1 support staff working with the youngest children to develop children's communication skills even further by giving them time to process and answer questions - 2 ensure all staff support children to consistently work towards their identified development targets to enable them to make rapid progress. Inspection #10392527 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283270) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very highly of this setting. > They describe it as caring, compassionate and family orientated. > They talk positively about the 'devoted' staff that care for their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to make good progress. Staff work in partnership with parents and other professionals to implement targeted strategies to support children's development. The setting has good links with external professional agencies to ensure that children receive timely support. Outdoor space Children enjoy many opportunities to practise their physical skills. Toddlers run, crawl, climb and balance on the outdoor equipment. Pre-school children demonstrate high levels of confidence as they explore their woodland area. ## Parent Reviews of Whittington Pre-School 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJhr_3RaRPLqCL9bxO5rh0KaCOHrjDpSOLYlr58uWA-nisrjQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Emma Rumsey 6 years ago What can we say? Our son left for school today. He’s been here since he was 14 months old. They are amazing, caring and kind people. He has had so much fun. What we have loved is the constant changes they make, they are always looking to improve their environment and the provision they provide. We would happily recommend Whittington preschool and day nursery to any parent. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVak1LTU9BEAE!2m1!1s0x4870a86ebf24f949:0xa5e05774aeffa653) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVzbj8wceju5ewGcUJJo3SRbevxYnYTUiV_T_Qy0tSqcNYZyj2R=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Bhawna Kataria 7 years ago Very good staff, great infrastructure, and beautiful garden for kids to play. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBZ2Vhci1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870a86ebf24f949:0xa5e05774aeffa653) Reviews from Google for Whittington Pre-School. 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