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Beaches Pre-School

On site of Westlands Cp School, Beeches Close, Chelmsford, CM1 2SB
0 – 5 yearsRegistered range, check with the nurseryOpening hours to confirm
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Ofsted rating

What the official inspectors found, in plain words.

What Ofsted says

Not inspected yet

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  • Room for 42 childrenA mid-sized nursery
  • SessionsShorter morning or afternoon sessions
More official details
Type of provider
Childcare on non-domestic premises · Sessional day care
Run by
Beaches Pre-School
Registered with Ofsted
29/04/2025
Local council
Essex
Region
East of England
Ofsted reference (URN)
2837763

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About Beaches Pre-School

Get a feel for the place before you visit.

A sessional nursery in Chelmsford. Registered for 42 places.

Picture an ordinary, lovely day.

Ask about routines, settling in and the little things your child loves.

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Hours & visiting

Opening times, and the questions worth asking when you go.

Opening hours

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Hours to confirm. Confirm holidays, closures and current availability.

Good questions to bring

  • Places & sessionsWhich days and sessions are free for your child's age?
  • Food & daily routinesMeals, allergies, naps and how the team keep you in the loop.
  • Inspection & registrationRead the latest Ofsted report and ask what's changed since.
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Fees & funding

Estimate your costs, then ask for a breakdown that fits your sessions.

Funding & help with costs

What you can claim depends on your child's age and your circumstances. Check the official guidance, then ask the team:

  • Which funded sessions can you book?
  • What costs sit outside a funded place?
  • Do you work term-time or year-round?
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Location

On site of Westlands Cp School, Beeches Close, Chelmsford, CM1 2SB

Beaches Pre-School

On site of Westlands Cp School, Beeches Close, Chelmsford
CM1 2SB

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Parent reviews

What families say about their time here.

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