Clutton Playgroup is a pre-school playgroup located in Clutton, serving the local community and surrounding areas like Temple Cloud and Cameley. The playgroup operates term-time only and welcomes children from two and a half years old up to school age.
It is a registered charity, governed by a voluntary committee, and functions as a pre-school learning alliance registered playgroup. The Cabin in Clutton serves as its base, offering a secure and supportive environment for early years education.
Beyond term-time, the playgroup extends its services through a holiday Playscheme for children aged 3 to 11, running on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Additionally, it provides wraparound care for children attending Clutton Primary School, offering sessions before and after school.
The playgroup prides itself on its experienced and dedicated staff, with each child assigned a key person to monitor their development and engage with parents. The playgroup is equipped to accommodate up to 26 children per session, adhering to established adult-to-child ratios.
What it's like
Children settle very quickly on arrival and explore the activities available. Staff reassure those who are new to the setting and encourage them to be excited by the activities, so they soon feel secure and get involved. Staff support children successfully in being active learners, extending their knowledge through their natural curiosity.
This playgroup offers morning and afternoon sessions, with optional lunchtime supervision and an extended afternoon half-hour. Fees are charged hourly and vary by age band (2.5-3 years and 3-5 years). Hourly top-up fees apply if funding does not cover rates. Fees include snacks, materials, and activities.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Opening hours
Term-time only; core hours Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 - 16:30. Monday sessions available. Holiday Playscheme Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 - 17:00. Wraparound care for Clutton Primary School children from 07:45 until start of school and end of school until 18:00.
Session types
Full day, Half day, Hourly, Before school, After school, Wraparound care, Holiday Playscheme
Age range
2.5 years to school age
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
1997
Last inspected 24 April 2024
What it's like to attend
Children settle very quickly on arrival and explore the activities available. Staff reassure those who are new to the setting and encourage them to be excited by the activities, so they soon feel secure and get involved. Staff support children successfully in being active learners, extending their knowledge through their natural curiosity.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents comment on how well staff communicate with them, enabling them to support their children's learning at home.
Parents confirm how the inclusive setting meets the individual needs of their children successfully.
Inclusion & environment
Good monitoring enables staff to quickly identify any gaps in children's development and provide additional support, working well in partnership with parents and outside agencies.
Leaders have improved the planning of the outdoor area so that children who prefer outdoor learning have full access to the curriculum. There are plans to develop this even further. Children have daily opportunities to use their large muscles indoors and outdoors.
Clutton Playgroup is such a lovely childcare setting. My little girl absolutely loves it. All the staff are really lovely and take the time to really get to know all the children, which was a massive selling point for me.
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Date: May 2014
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