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Badgers Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
·Holbrook Primary School, Wych Lane, GOSPORT, PO13 0JN · Hampshire
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Badgers Pre-School, located within Holbrook Primary School in Gosport, provides a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. Rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, the pre-school focuses on fostering independence and strong social skills.

Children are encouraged to participate actively in their learning journey, from settling quickly into the warm atmosphere to confidently fetching their coats and seeking help from peers when needed. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed, with staff demonstrating an in-depth understanding of individual needs and progress.

This allows for effective use of funding to address developmental gaps, particularly in communication and language, and to promote good health through activities such as toothbrushing and healthy eating. The pre-school prepares children for school from an early age, working closely with parents on developmental milestones like toilet training.

They also prioritise physical development and healthy lifestyles, involving parents in promoting nutritious lunches and increased opportunities for sport. The dedicated team, all holding appropriate early years qualifications, ensures a high standard of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership, contributing to a positive and effective early years experience for all children.

Our ethos

Badgers Pre-School focuses on fostering independence and strong social skills, encouraging children to actively participate in their learning journey. They prioritise effective use of funding to address developmental gaps, particularly in communication and language, and promote good health and physical development. The pre-school prepares children for school by working closely with parents on developmental milestones and promoting healthy lifestyles.

What it's like

Children arrive and settle quickly in the care of the warm and friendly staff. Parents, carers and staff members all contribute to celebrating children's success. Children place achievements on a 'proud cloud' and also receive certificates, which helps them feel valued and motivates them to try.

Good Ofsted ratingWarm, friendly staffFocus on independenceStrong social skillsEffective use of fundingStrong parent partnershipPrepares for schoolPromotes healthy livingStrong SEND support

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday, from 8.30am to 3pm and on Friday from 8.30am to 12.30pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Badgers Pre-School

Last inspected 8 November 2022

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

Actions the provider must take

  • ensure Ofsted is provided with the relevant information for all existing committee members not currently known to Ofsted, including submitting EY2 forms for each committee member to enable Ofsted to verify their suitability.

What it's like to attend

Children arrive and settle quickly in the care of the warm and friendly staff. Parents, carers and staff members all contribute to celebrating children's success. Children place achievements on a 'proud cloud' and also receive certificates, which helps them feel valued and motivates them to try.

Inspector highlights

  • Children arrive and settle quickly in the care of warm and friendly staff.
  • Children enjoy doing things for themselves and develop social skills.
  • Children develop their small-muscle skills very well.
  • Staff have an in-depth understanding of children's individual needs and use funding effectively.
  • Staff prepare children for school from an early age and work in excellent partnership with parents.

Areas to develop

  • 1n monitor staff practice to ensure all staff consistently offer language that extends children's knowledge and understanding, such as during their self-chosen activities
  • 2n strengthen the approach towards children's independence, to help them build on these skills even further.
Inspection #10233604 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

There is very effective support for children with speech delays. The knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator involves parents and staff effectively to target children's progress. Staff have received training in Makaton signing to aid communication. Children delight in exploring 'chatter boxes', which promotes some children's rapid progress in their speech and communication from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Children confidently fetch their coats before going outside and some try to put these on independently.

Inspection history

Date: January 2015

  • November 2022Good
  • March 2017Good
  • January 2015Good

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