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Yapton Community Pre-School # Yapton Community Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2025) · Yapton C of E School, North End Road, ARUNDEL, BN18 0DU · West Sussex Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2025 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 Yapton Community Pre-School is an Ofsted-rated "Good" preschool situated in the rural West Sussex village of Yapton, within the grounds of Yapton Primary School. The preschool operates as a committee-run registered charity and limited company, maintaining strong connections with local schools. It boasts two bright, spacious rooms and a large, colourful foyer often used for play and learning. A significant feature is its extensive enclosed garden area, easily accessible from one of the rooms, complete with an all-weather surface, a sheltered section, and a wooden outdoor room, enabling year-round outdoor activities. The "Caterpillars" room caters to children aged 2-3, while the "Butterflies" room is for 3-4 year olds (September school starters). The curriculum provides age-appropriate activities and crafts, encouraging free-flow between groups to foster personal, social, and emotional development, as well as speech and language skills and physical growth. The outdoor space is utilised for exploring gardening, nature studies, forest school sessions, and rambles. The pre-school prides itself on its dedicated staff who build strong bonds with children, fostering a nurturing environment where individual achievements are celebrated, promoting self-esteem and pride in their efforts. Our ethos The pre-school encourages free-flow between groups to foster personal, social, and emotional development, as well as speech and language skills and physical growth. They utilise their outdoor space for exploring gardening, nature studies, forest school sessions, and rambles. The pre-school prides itself on its dedicated staff who build strong bonds with children, fostering a nurturing environment where individual achievements are celebrated, promoting self-esteem and pride in their efforts. What it's like Children eagerly come into pre-school where they are warmly greeted by staff and settle quickly into activities. Staff support children to develop independence and to solve problems, often working together. Children also develop physical skills and learn to take appropriate risks safely. Charity-run Forest School Strong community links Large garden area ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged at a flat hourly rate and are payable in advance on a monthly, half-termly, or termly basis. Fees are reviewed annually. No refunds or reductions are made for short-term absences. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees are payable monthly, half-termly, or termly in advance. - Fees are reviewed annually. - Fees remain payable during short-term absences. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Yapton Community Pre-School Inspection date Apr 2025 Inspection no. 10391149 Lead inspector Natasha Jarvis Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278262)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY343682) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=yapton-community-pre-school-bn18-0du-ey343682) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8:45 am - 3:00 pm Age range 2-4 years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Full day Established September 2003 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Yapton Community Pre-School Last inspected 28 April 2025 · Natasha Jarvis 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 eagerly come into pre-school where they are warmly greeted by staff and settle quickly into activities. Staff support children to develop independence and to solve problems, often working together. Children also develop physical skills and learn to take appropriate risks safely. Inspector highlights - Managers have high aspirations for all children and adapt provision to meet individual needs. - The provision is split into younger and older children with a well-sequenced curriculum focusing on personal, social and emotional skills. - Staff introduce children to a wide range of topics and ideas, supporting their understanding of the world. - Parents speak highly of the staff and provision, feeling supported as a family and regularly updated on their children's progress. - Staff are good role models, demonstrating respect and good manners. Areas to develop - 1 embed staff's understanding of the setting's curriculum intent, so that that they are consistently focused on what they want children to learn. Inspection #10391149 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278262) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the staff and the provision. They comment that the staff support the whole family and are always happy to listen as well as helping to solve any problems where they can. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers use additional funding appropriately, spending it on meeting individual needs and closing gaps in learning and development. For example, they have purchased talking story boards to support children's speech and language development. Outdoor space Children develop confidence in their physical skills and staff encourage them to take appropriate risks safely through games. For example, children enjoy climbing different pieces of equipment to escape 'the lava' while playing a game in the garden. While playing outside they know when the whistle blows that they need to line up at the fence ready to go back inside. Inspection history Date: November 2010 - April 2025 Good - December 2019 Good - March 2015 Good - November 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Yapton Community Pre-School ### What outdoor space does Yapton Community Pre-School use? ### What is Yapton Community Pre-School working on improving? ### How does Yapton Community Pre-School support children with SEND? ### Does Yapton Community Pre-School have an Ofsted rating? ### How big is Yapton Community Pre-School? ## Nearby day nurseries in ARUNDEL Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Yapton Community Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Blossom and Bloom Day Nursery Arundel · BN18 0ET 3.9(18 reviews) ](/nursery/blossom-and-bloom-day-nursery-bn18-0et-2699855) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Community Playcentre @ Walberton Arundel · BN18 0PJ 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/community-playcentre-walberton-bn18-0pj-ey496233) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Blackbirds Fun for Kids Bognor Regis · PO22 8QL ](/nursery/blackbirds-fun-for-kids-po22-8ql-113378) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.8 mi ### Three Little Birds Forest Nursery Arundel · BN18 9HT ](/nursery/three-little-birds-forest-nursery-bn18-9ht-2747370) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.9 mi ### Wonderland Day Nursery Felpham · PO22 7NU ](/nursery/wonderland-day-nursery-po22-7nu-2758010) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Ladybirds Nursery School Littlehampton · BN17 7BH ](/nursery/ladybirds-nursery-school-bn17-7bh-ey448621) [See all nurseries in ARUNDEL →](/search?q=ARUNDEL) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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