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Woolston Preschool # Woolston Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Woolston Infants School, Florence Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9DB · Southampton Number of places 28 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Southampton About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Woolston Preschool is a nurturing, family-oriented early years setting situated on the grounds of Woolston Infant School, offering children access to extensive school facilities and a private garden for exploration. The preschool caters to children aged 2 to 4 years, aiming to provide a high-quality learning experience that equips them with essential skills for future life. The dedicated team at Woolston Preschool is passionate about fostering an inclusive, creative, and adventurous environment. The preschool operates during term-time, Monday to Friday, and offers a breakfast club alongside morning and full-day sessions. Children are divided into "Tadpoles" (2 & 3-year-olds) and "Frog group" (3 & 4-year-olds transitioning to school) for group activities, while free play encourages interaction among all ages. The preschool actively supports parents and carers, with initiatives like healthy eating awards and special events such as Mothers Day tea parties. What it's like Children are welcomed into the setting by friendly staff who know them well. They settle quickly and enjoy spending time with their friends and engaging in activities, both indoors and outdoors. Children are offered a broad choice of experiences and are encouraged to try something new, such as role-playing in the hairdressers or exploring the noise they can make with a guitar. Family-oriented setting Attached to an infant school Private garden Term-time only Breakfast club ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age band, with separate rates for two-year-olds and three-year-olds. Parents can choose between morning sessions, full days, or shorter breakfast and lunch clubs. An optional curriculum extension charge is billed annually for funded children. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Good to know - An optional curriculum extension charge applies annually for funded children. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday, 8am - 2:30pm (term time only) Session types Breakfast club, Morning session, Lunch club, Full day session Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Woolston Preschool Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10398860 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50282077)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/148862) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=woolston-preschool-so19-9db-148862) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Woolston Preschool Last inspected 13 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 are welcomed into the setting by friendly staff who know them well. They settle quickly and enjoy spending time with their friends and engaging in activities, both indoors and outdoors. Children are offered a broad choice of experiences and are encouraged to try something new, such as role-playing in the hairdressers or exploring the noise they can make with a guitar. Inspector highlights - Staff provide a curriculum that uses children's interests to engage and challenge them. - Staff use their knowledge to ensure the needs of all children are met, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Staff have developed positive relationships with parents. - Children are taught how to keep themselves safe. - Leaders have a clear overview of the setting. Areas to develop - 1 provide children with enough time to process information so that they can join in with discussions and answer questions. Inspection #10398860 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50282077) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > communication with staff is very good, and they feel fully informed about their child's learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff use their knowledge to ensure the needs of all children are met, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Experiences are fully inclusive, and staff are well-deployed to ensure all children are given the same opportunities to succeed. Leaders use funding effectively to provide children with the right support at the right time. The environment meets the needs of all children attending, including those with SEND. Outdoor space Children settle quickly and enjoy spending time with their friends and engaging in the activities available, both indoors and outdoors. Inspection history Date: April 2005 - July 2025 Good - June 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - November 2019 Good - February 2016 Good - January 2016 Good - January 2011 Good - December 2010 Good - October 2007 Good - April 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about Woolston Preschool ### What is the capacity at Woolston Preschool? ### What is the address of Woolston Preschool? ### Which funded hours does Woolston Preschool accept? ### How does Woolston Preschool support children with SEND? ### How do children settle into Woolston Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in Woolston, Southampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Woolston Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Pixies Tree Southampton · SO19 9BE ](/nursery/pixies-tree-so19-9be-131606) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### YMCA Woolston Day Nursery Southampton · SO19 9EF 4.2(19 reviews) ](/nursery/ymca-woolston-day-nursery-so19-9ef-ey479896) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Hayfield Forest School Southampton · SO19 7GQ ](/nursery/hayfield-forest-school-so19-7gq-2809394) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Redroofs Day Nursery Southampton · SO19 2NX 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/redroofs-day-nursery-so19-2nx-ey276701) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Happy Bunnies Pre-School Southampton · SO19 8FJ ](/nursery/happy-bunnies-pre-school-so19-8fj-ey413974) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Play Away Day Nurseries Southampton · SO14 5FE 4.2(27 reviews) ](/nursery/play-away-day-nurseries-ltd-so14-5fe-ey229821) [See all nurseries in Woolston, Southampton →](/search?q=Woolston%2C+Southampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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