Is Begbroke Playgroup a good nursery?

Begbroke Playgroup offers a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged two to five, focusing on fun and individualised needs. While leaders acknowledge areas needing improvement, children are generally independent, confident, and happy within the friendly playgroup. Safeguarding is also a priority for Begbroke Playgroup.

What is Begbroke Playgroup's Ofsted rating?

Begbroke Playgroup received an Ofsted rating of 'Requires improvement'. The date of this Ofsted inspection was 07/07/2025. Leaders recognise areas needing improvement and are working to address these, including implementing changes from the last inspection and redesigning their curriculum.

How much does Begbroke Playgroup cost?

Begbroke Playgroup charges £5 per hour for extra hours for 3-5 year olds, based on current website content. For under 3s, the cost is £5.50 per hour. Older website content also lists £4.75 per hour for extra hours for 3-5 year olds and £5 per hour for under 3s.

Does Begbroke Playgroup accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare?

Yes, Begbroke Playgroup accepts 15 hours universal funding for 3-4 year olds and 30 hours working parent funding for 3-4 year olds. This helps families access childcare that suits their needs, supporting children's development and learning at Begbroke Playgroup.

Does Begbroke Playgroup take 9-month-old funded places for working parents?

This information isn't published - contact the nursery directly to ask.

Does Begbroke Playgroup take 2-year-old funded places?

Yes, Begbroke Playgroup accepts 15 hours disadvantaged funding for 2-year-olds. This provision helps eligible families secure valuable childcare support for their two-year-old children at Begbroke Playgroup, fostering their early development and learning.

What are Begbroke Playgroup's opening hours?

Begbroke Playgroup operates from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. The playgroup runs during term times only, offering a consistent schedule for children aged 2-4 and supporting families with their childcare needs during school terms.

What age range does Begbroke Playgroup accept?

Begbroke Playgroup accepts children in the age range of 2-4 years. The playgroup provides a nurturing and engaging environment tailored to this age group, fostering learning and development through various activities at Begbroke Playgroup.

Does Begbroke Playgroup have outdoor space?

Yes, Begbroke Playgroup offers ample opportunities for children to be active and enjoy playing and learning outdoors. Children develop their physical skills well, benefiting from exploration and engagement with the natural environment at Begbroke Playgroup.

How does Begbroke Playgroup support children with SEND?

Begbroke Playgroup leaders work with parents and some external agencies to support children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). While improvements have been made, leaders recognise inconsistencies and acknowledge that further enhancements are needed to fully support children with SEND.

What do parents say about Begbroke Playgroup?

Parents highlight that children's care needs are met at Begbroke Playgroup, and they enjoy learning, such as about the theme of bees. Children are settled and behave well, with older children developing strong friendships and leading their own play effectively.

How do I contact Begbroke Playgroup or arrange a visit?

You can contact Begbroke Playgroup by phone at 07594 652291 or by email at chairman@begbrokeplaygroup.org.uk. Further information about Begbroke Playgroup can also be found on their website, begbrokeplaygroup.org.uk, where you can learn more about arranging a visit.

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Begbroke Playgroup

Ofsted: Requires improvement

(Jul 2025)

5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Begbroke Village Hall Annexe, Begbroke Lane, KIDLINGTON, OX5 1RN · Oxfordshire

Number of places

16 places

Age range

2–4 yrs

Last inspected

Jul 2025

Local authority

Oxfordshire

About this day nursery

Begbroke Playgroup caters to children aged two to five, offering a nurturing and engaging environment where learning is centred around fun and individualised needs. Operating during term-time from 9 am to 3 pm, the playgroup emphasises a warm atmosphere in its small yet well-equipped setting.

They provide flexible hours and prioritise a countryside location for play and exploration. The playgroup focuses on creating a safe and stimulating space where children can confidently explore new experiences and embrace challenges, supported by a consistent and mature staff team.

Safeguarding children is paramount, with detailed policies readily available to parents and carers.

What it's like

Leaders acknowledge that there are areas of the playgroup that need improvement. They have implemented change to meet actions from the last inspection and redesigned their curriculum. Weaknesses in support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and staff's delivery of the curriculum consistently, impact the progress children make overall. Overall, children are independent, confident and happy to come into the friendly playgroup.

Small and friendly settingFlexible hoursRural settingTerm time only

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Extra hours for 3-5 year olds (as of current website content)£5 / hour
Under 3s (as of current website content)£5.50 / hour
Extra hours for 3-5 year olds (older website content)£4.75 / hour
Under 3s (older website content)£5 / hour

Key facts

Food

Children bring a packed lunch from home for lunchtime (12.00 until 1.00pm)

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 9am - 3pm

Age range

2 to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Begbroke Playgroup

Last inspected 7 July 2025 · Amanda Perkin

Safeguarding effective

Overall effectiveness

Requires improvement

Quality of education

Requires improvement

Behaviour and attitudes

Requires improvement

Personal development

Requires improvement

Leadership and management

Requires improvement

What it's like to attend

Inspector highlights

Children show they are settled and behave well.
Children's care needs are met.
Older children develop strong friendships and lead their own play well.
Children enjoy learning about their theme of bees.
Good arrangements are in place to support children who speak English as an additional language.

Areas to develop

1improve oversight and leadership to identify weaknesses in practice and take swift action to address these
2ensure that agreed strategies to support children with SEND are fully understand and implemented by all staff
3ensure that required records and information are readily available for inspection.
4embed the curriculum, increasing staff confidence in consistently implementing the curriculum intentions, so all children benefit from the learning experiences.

Inspection #10367236 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Begbroke Playgroup

Inspection date: Jul 2025
Inspection no.: 10367236
Lead inspector: Amanda Perkin

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Weaknesses in support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) impact the progress children make overall. Leaders work with parents and some external agencies to support children with SEND. Despite some improvements in this area, leaders recognise that there are some inconsistencies and that improvements are still needed to fully support children with SEND.

Outdoor space

All children develop their physical skills well. They have ample opportunities to be active and enjoy playing and learning outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Begbroke Playgroup

5.0

(1)

Michael Hopcraft

8 years ago

Great friendly atmosphere. Both my children have had a great time at Begbroke playgroup.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2009

August 2025Requires improvement
July 2025Requires improvement
October 2024Requires improvement
September 2024Requires improvement
December 2018Good
July 2016Good
June 2016Good
October 2013Requires improvement
September 2013Requires improvement
May 2010Requires improvement
October 2009Inadequate

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