# Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School

Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School is a sessional pre-school at The Old School Room and Major's Office, Abbotsham, BIDEFORD, EX39 5AP, in Abbotsham, Devon. It is registered for 26 children. Its Ofsted report card (January 2026) grades inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Expected standard; safeguarding standards met.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/abbotsham-and-alwington-pre-school-ey474609  
Last checked 30 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: The Old School Room and Major's Office, Abbotsham, BIDEFORD, EX39 5AP
- Registered places: 26
- Phone: 07349 297016
- Website: https://abbotshamandalwingtonpreschool.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY474609

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 30 January 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Expected standard |
| Achievement | Strong standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Expected standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Strong standard |
| Leadership and governance | Expected standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY474609

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2014 (Reference EY474609). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY474609)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 30 January 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY474609)
- Registered places: 26 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY474609)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 13 December 2016). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/233419)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: The Old School Room and Major's Office, Abbotsham, BIDEFORD, EX39 5AP

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.015702,-4.247487

- 3 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Devon there are about 3.7 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helen's Church of England School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (November 2022) |  | under 0.1 miles |
| Kingsley School Devon |  | 2–19 |  | yes | 1.3 miles |
| West Croft School | Primary | 2–11 | Report card (May 2026) | yes | 1.5 miles |
| Bideford College | Secondary | 11–18 | Report card (May 2026) |  | 1.2 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Bearfoot Preschool Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bearfoot-preschool-ltd-2764419) | Report card Mar 2026 |  |  | under 0.1 miles |
| [Make Waves Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/make-waves-nursery-2768200) | Good |  |  | 1.0 miles |
| [The Little Learners Childcare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-little-learners-childcare-2656084) | Good |  |  | 1.7 miles |
| [Bideford Baptist Pre-school](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bideford-baptist-pre-school-106298) | Good |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Tarka Tots Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tarka-tots-nursery-ey309995) | Good |  |  | 2.1 miles |
| [Muddy Boots](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/muddy-boots-ey555372) | Outstanding |  |  | 2.1 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School's Ofsted rating?

Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School was inspected on 30 January 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Expected standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School take?

Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School is registered with Ofsted for up to 26 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School?

You can call 07349 297016 and visit abbotshamandalwingtonpreschool.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY474609)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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