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Windacre Pre-School

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Mar 2024)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Windacre House, Mather Road, Bury, BL9 6RB · Bury
Number of places
21 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2024
Local authority
Bury

About this day nursery

Windacre Pre-School, located in Bury, BL9 6RB, operates from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year. The preschool aims to provide a nurturing and educational environment for young children, focusing on their development and well-being.

They offer a comprehensive programme designed to stimulate learning and growth through engaging activities. The staff is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive and explore.

Windacre Pre-School emphasises strong communication with parents and actively encourages their involvement in their children's learning journey. With a commitment to high standards, the preschool continually strives to offer exceptional early years education within a safe and caring setting.

What it's like

Staff give children autonomy to take the lead in their learning, and children flourish in this homely environment. Staff provide a variety of learning experiences for children to explore their senses and learn different skills, and are completely attuned to the children, knowing them well and interacting to further their learning. Leaders and staff have exceptionally high expectations for children's behaviour, encouraging independence and ownership through well-resourced areas and open-ended learning opportunities.

Long opening hours (51 weeks/year)

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7.30am till 6.00pm 51 weeks of the year

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2013

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Windacre Pre-School

Last inspected 18 March 2024 · Michelle Highcock

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Staff give children autonomy to take the lead in their learning, and children flourish in this homely environment. Staff provide a variety of learning experiences for children to explore their senses and learn different skills, and are completely attuned to the children, knowing them well and interacting to further their learning. Leaders and staff have exceptionally high expectations for children's behaviour, encouraging independence and ownership through well-resourced areas and open-ended learning opportunities.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders design and implement a bespoke curriculum that celebrates and builds on what children already know and can do.
  • Staff use their expert skills at promoting the development of the whole child through a holistic curriculum.
  • Leaders ensure children have opportunities for new experiences, such as visiting the library or taking a bus ride, and actively engage with the local community.
  • Children are taught new, aspirational vocabulary, with staff confidently introducing and explaining words.
  • Leaders have an exceptionally clear vision and ethos, with high expectations for staff and unlimited access to training and professional development.
Inspection #10317163 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Children take responsibility for finding their own slippers and shoes when coming in or going outside, and help to put on their coats and wetsuits.

Parent Reviews of Windacre Pre-School

5.0
(2)

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Inspection history

Date: May 2014

  • March 2024Outstanding
  • May 2018Outstanding
  • May 2014Good

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