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Willow Tree Preschool # Willow Tree Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2023) · Barn Cottage Pavillion, Barn Cottage Lane, Haywards Heath, RH16 3QN · West Sussex Number of places 24 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2023 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Willow Tree Preschool, established in 2019, provides a welcoming and nurturing environment for children aged 0-4 years. 30pm, the preschool ensures children are settled, confident, and happy. The dedicated staff, who act as positive role models, meticulously plan engaging and challenging activities, leading to good progress for all children. The curriculum is implemented effectively, providing purposeful learning opportunities that keep children interested and motivated. Staff also work closely with external specialists and use visual timelines to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring their individual needs are met. The preschool provides a language-rich environment where meaningful conversations thrive, encouraging children to confidently share their thoughts. The manager and staff cultivate strong partnerships with parents, who appreciate the care and support their children receive, and value being kept informed about their child's progress. Additional funding is thoughtfully used to enhance children's physical development and enjoyment of the outdoors, with sports equipment for active play. The manager consistently monitors the quality of education and care, offering constructive feedback and supporting staff development through ongoing training. What it's like Children of all ages are settled, confident and happy during their time in the welcoming nursery. Children are keen to join in with the interesting activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff have high expectations of children and plan challenging activities to help them make good progress. Welcoming environment Age range 0-4 years Good Ofsted rating Supports SEND Outdoor play Positive partnerships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5.30pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Willow Tree Preschool Last inspected 19 October 2023 · Kelly Hawkins 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 of all ages are settled, confident and happy during their time in the welcoming nursery. Children are keen to join in with the interesting activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff have high expectations of children and plan challenging activities to help them make good progress. Inspector highlights - The manager and staff have made significant improvements since their last inspection and have a clear understanding of the curriculum which they implement well. - Staff know all children well and meet their individual needs, including children with SEND, by liaising with outside specialists and implementing effective strategies. - Children learn in a language-rich environment where staff provide running commentary and have meaningful conversations, and children are confident to share their thoughts. - The manager and staff establish positive partnerships with parents, who speak highly of them for caring about the children and keeping them well-informed. - The manager closely monitors the good quality of education and care, provides constructive feedback to staff, and supports their continuous professional development through training. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's understanding of how to ensure that children consistently have enough time to think and then answer questions - 2 support staff to be confident in consistently recognising and building on children's interest in mathematics. Inspection #10265545 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233942) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Willow Tree Preschool Inspection date Oct 2023 Inspection no. 10265545 Lead inspector Kelly Hawkins Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50233942)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2532038) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=willow-tree-preschool-rh16-3qn-2532038) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They comment on how staff really care about the children, who they nurture and help thrive. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff meet all children's individual needs well. This includes children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). For example, staff liaise closely with outside specialists and implement effective strategies to support children. This includes implementing visual timelines to support their understanding of changes in routine. Outdoor space The manager and staff use additional funding effectively to support the individual needs of children. They have purchased sports equipment to help children to develop their physical skills and build on their enjoyment of being outdoors. Inspection history Date: May 2022 - November 2023 Good - October 2023 Good - December 2022 Requires improvement - November 2022 Requires improvement - June 2022 Inadequate - May 2022 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Willow Tree Preschool ### How many places does Willow Tree Preschool have? ### What do parents value about Willow Tree Preschool? ### How did Willow Tree Preschool do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What outdoor space is available at Willow Tree Preschool? ### Which funded hours does Willow Tree Preschool accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Haywards Heath Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Willow Tree Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Mayflower Playgroup Haywards Heath · RH16 3LE ](/nursery/mayflower-playgroup-rh16-3le-2524561) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Hedgehogs & Badgers Nursery School Haywards Heath · RH16 2AQ ](/nursery/hedgehogs-badgers-nursery-school-rh16-2aq-ey562802) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Norto5 Kidz Academy - Lindfield Lindfield · RH16 2EB 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/norto5-kidz-academy-lindfield-rh16-2eb-2561737) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Treetops Day Nursery Haywards Heath · RH16 3RS 4.7(25 reviews) ](/nursery/treetops-day-nursery-rh16-3rs-ey496762) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Snowdrop House Montessori Nursery Haywards Heath · RH16 3RS 5.0(26 reviews) ](/nursery/snowdrop-house-montessori-nursery-rh16-3rs-2876864) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### St Paul's Pre-School Haywards Heath · RH16 3PQ ](/nursery/st-paul-s-pre-school-rh16-3pq-ey248608) [See all nurseries in Haywards Heath →](/search?q=Haywards+Heath) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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