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Brownhill Playgroup

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
·Trinity United Reform Church Hall, Brownhill Road, BLACKBURN, BB1 9QY · Blackburn with Darwen
Number of places
40 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen

About this early years setting

Brownhill Playgroup is a term-time setting in Blackburn for children aged two to four. It operates from Monday to Friday, with sessions running from 9am to midday on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, and from 9am to 3pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The playgroup was rated Good by Ofsted in its inspection of September 2024.

The Ofsted report noted that the curriculum is sequenced to follow children's interests and development. Inspectors found that communication and language are valued, and there are many opportunities for children to develop their physical skills through outdoor activities such as climbing, running and balancing. Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities was described as effective, with staff working with parents and other professionals. The report also highlighted that children demonstrate independence and that partnerships with parents are well established.

What it's like

Nurturing staff greet children and parents, showing genuine interest in children's home lives to help them settle. Children demonstrate independence in choosing activities and managing self-care. Staff support clear routines, leading to good behaviour and kindness among children.

Part of Co-op Academies TrustCommunity-focused ethosStrong emphasis on academic and social development

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, term time only. Sessions are from 9am until midday, Monday, Tuesday and Friday. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, the playgroup is open from 9am until 3pm.

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Brownhill Playgroup

Last inspected 5 September 2024

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

What it's like to attend

Nurturing staff greet children and parents, showing genuine interest in children's home lives to help them settle. Children demonstrate independence in choosing activities and managing self-care. Staff support clear routines, leading to good behaviour and kindness among children.

Inspector highlights

  • The setting has a sequenced curriculum, which focuses on children's interests and development.
  • Staff ensure there are lots of opportunities for children to develop their physical skills.
  • The setting values communication and language development.
  • The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective.
  • Partnerships with parents are well established.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation and staff deployment during group times to support children to meet the learning intentions.
Inspection #10351196 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective. Staff identify gaps in children's learning very quickly through working thoughtfully with parents. Knowledgeable staff seek support from other professionals and swiftly implement learning plans. Children make good progress and receive excellent support from staff.

Outdoor space

During outside play, children can climb, run, balance and jump. Children are supported to develop good coordination and strengthen their large muscles.

Inspection history

Date: April 2016

  • September 2024Good
  • October 2018Good
  • April 2016Good

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