# Maiden Newton Childcare Provision

Maiden Newton Childcare Provision is a full-day nursery at The Children's Centre, Chilfrome Lane, Maiden Newton, Dorchester, DT2 0AX, in Tollerford, Dorset. It is registered for 20 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in June 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/maiden-newton-childcare-provision-ey493345  
Last checked 5 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: The Children's Centre, Chilfrome Lane, Maiden Newton, Dorchester, DT2 0AX
- Registered places: 20
- Phone: 01300 321729
- Website: http://www.maidennewtonpreschool.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY493345

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 28 June 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493345

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since August 2015 (Reference EY493345). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493345)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 28 June 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493345)
- Registered places: 20 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493345)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 5 June 2024). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1044616)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: The Children's Centre, Chilfrome Lane, Maiden Newton, Dorchester, DT2 0AX

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.778660,-2.576626

- Station: Maiden Newton, 0.3 miles
- 7 bus stops within 400 m

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Dorset there are about 2.8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (March 2024) |  | under 0.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Barn Owls Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/barn-owls-nursery-ey361933) | Good |  |  | 3.0 miles |
| [Wrens Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/wrens-nursery-ey539930) | Outstanding |  |  | 4.2 miles |
| [Little Acorns Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-acorns-playgroup-ey281575) | Outstanding |  |  | 4.4 miles |
| [Charminster Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/charminster-preschool-ey337568) | Outstanding |  |  | 6.1 miles |
| [Sunny Day Nursery & Play Club](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/sunny-day-nursery-and-play-club-ey216520) | Good |  |  | 6.9 miles |
| [Summertime Nursery & Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/summertime-nursery-and-preschool-ey493659) | Good |  |  | 7.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Maiden Newton Childcare Provision's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Maiden Newton Childcare Provision Good at its inspection on 28 June 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Maiden Newton Childcare Provision take?

Maiden Newton Childcare Provision is registered with Ofsted for up to 20 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Maiden Newton Childcare Provision?

Maiden Newton is the nearest station we know of, 0.3 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Maiden Newton Childcare Provision?

You can call 01300 321729 and visit www.maidennewtonpreschool.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY493345)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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