Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families
About Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families
Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, a grade it has maintained across both its most recent graded inspection in 2012 and its ungraded inspection in 2023, which confirmed the school remains Outstanding. As a state nursery for children aged two to five, this is the only exam-relevant metric the school has data for, and it places Pen Green among an elite group: of the four nurseries in North Northamptonshire, only two hold an Outstanding rating. The school’s leadership and management were also judged Outstanding in the 2012 graded inspection, and the early years provision was rated Outstanding in the previous inspection from 2009. For parents seeking a nursery with a proven track record of top-tier quality, this consistency over time is a strong signal.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Latest monitoring visit (14 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
6Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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