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Widecombe Pre-school # Widecombe Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · Church House, Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7TB · Devon Number of places 18 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority Devon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Widecombe Pre-School is a small, rural early years setting nestled in the heart of the Dartmoor village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor. 5 days a week, the pre-school is dedicated to fostering an exciting curriculum that prioritises learning through play. The primary goal is to nurture active, independent learners who possess a passion for knowledge and a strong belief in themselves by the time they transition from the pre-school. The curriculum also emphasises incorporating and promoting the children's individual interests and ideas, ensuring a child-led approach to discovery and development. The pre-school operates as a registered charity. What it's like Children have fun in this inviting pre-school, and staff warmly welcome them. Staff provide clear routines and plan their curriculum well, knowing what they want children to learn. Children play cooperatively and develop their physical skills well. Rural Setting Learning Through Play Child-Led Learning Registered Charity ## 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.widecombepreschool.org.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 2.5 days a week Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Widecombe Pre-school Last inspected 28 March 2025 · Joanne Steward 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 have fun in this inviting pre-school, and staff warmly welcome them. Staff provide clear routines and plan their curriculum well, knowing what they want children to learn. Children play cooperatively and develop their physical skills well. Inspector highlights - Children develop their physical skills well, manoeuvring ride-on tractors and talking about their colours. - The pre-school has strong links with the local community, receiving donations and visiting local establishments. - Staff have implemented new ideas, such as a vegetable and sensory garden, where children learn about growing and cooking ingredients. - Staff focus on what children need to learn next, encouraging mark-making in clay to strengthen finger muscles for early writing. - Children benefit from extra-curricular activities, including yoga and dancing. Areas to develop - 1 Monitor and implement the curriculum more effectively for older and more confident children to build consistently on what they already know and can do. Inspection #10394772 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50275458) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Widecombe Pre-school Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10394772 Lead inspector Joanne Steward Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50275458)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/106280) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=widecombe-pre-school-tq13-7tb-106280) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on how much their children enjoy attending and on their continual progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children spend one day a week in the 'Outdoor Classroom' where they enjoy playing in the fresh air, learn about nature, and develop an awareness of risk. A joint observation was carried out with the manager and inspector during outdoor play. Inspection history Date: April 2005 - April 2025 Good - March 2025 Good - October 2019 Good - September 2019 Good - November 2015 Good - October 2015 Good - July 2010 Good - June 2010 Good - May 2007 Requires improvement - April 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about Widecombe Pre-school ### What does Widecombe Pre-school do well? ### What outdoor learning is available at Widecombe Pre-school? ### Is Widecombe Pre-school suitable for under-twos? ### When is Widecombe Pre-school open? ## Nearby day nurseries in Newton Abbot Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Widecombe Pre-school. - [ Ofsted: Good 4.9 mi ### Woodlanders Newton Abbot · TQ13 7DR ](/nursery/woodlanders-tq13-7dr-2627564) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 5.1 mi ### The Orchard Pre-school and Playgroup Newton Abbot · TQ13 9TA ](/nursery/the-orchard-pre-school-and-playgroup-tq13-9ta-106167) - [ Ofsted: Good 6.2 mi ### Little Ones at Bovey Tracey Newton Abbot · TQ13 9HZ 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-ones-at-bovey-tracey-tq13-9hz-ey403902) - [ Ofsted: Good 6.8 mi ### Nanny Bears Childcare Buckfastleigh · TQ11 0NL ](/nursery/nanny-bears-childcare-ltd-tq11-0nl-2644237) - [ Ofsted: Good 7.0 mi ### Chagford Montessori Nursery School Newton Abbot · TQ13 8BX ](/nursery/chagford-montessori-nursery-school-tq13-8bx-ey359539) - [ Ofsted: Good 8.1 mi ### Princetown Community Preschool Yelverton · PL20 6QE 4.5(32 reviews) ](/nursery/princetown-community-preschool-pl20-6qe-ey501523) [See all nurseries in Newton Abbot →](/search?q=Newton+Abbot) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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