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Discovery Nursery School (Portsmouth)

Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·St Marks Church, Derby Road, Portsmouth, PO2 8HR · Portsmouth
Number of places
40 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Portsmouth

About this day nursery

Discovery Nursery School in Portsmouth, rated 'Good' by Ofsted following its inspection on 3rd May 2023, provides childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years. 30am to 4pm during term-time, the nursery offers a welcoming and friendly environment where children confidently explore and feel secure.

The dedicated staff team, led by a supportive manager who prioritises staff well-being, delivers an engaging curriculum designed to meet individual needs and foster confidence and independence. Children benefit from a curriculum that incorporates their ideas and prior learning, with a clear focus on encouraging kindness.

Parents consistently praise the warm and supportive staff, noting their children's good progress and the regular communication from the nursery. The nursery effectively uses additional funding to enrich the curriculum, providing real-life experiences that positively impact children's development.

For children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), the manager actively involves external professionals, such as speech and language therapists, offering valuable support to families. The quality of education is maintained both indoors and outdoors, ensuring varied learning opportunities.

Children are encouraged to be confident communicators and actively participate in creative activities, all contributing to their holistic development.

What it's like

Children confidently enter the setting and seek out cuddles from their key person, knowing the routine well. They happily explore in this welcoming and friendly setting, demonstrating that they feel safe and secure. Children benefit from an interesting curriculum designed to meet their individual needs, encouraging confidence and independence.

Supportive teamEngaging curriculumStrong parent partnershipsGood communication skillsOutdoor learningCreative activities

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Discovery Nursery School (Portsmouth)

Last inspected 3 May 2023 · Clare Leake

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

Children confidently enter the setting and seek out cuddles from their key person, knowing the routine well. They happily explore in this welcoming and friendly setting, demonstrating that they feel safe and secure. Children benefit from an interesting curriculum designed to meet their individual needs, encouraging confidence and independence.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager leads her team well, valuing staff well-being and providing effective support and training.
  • Staff provide an engaging curriculum that takes into account children's ideas and previous learning, with a clear vision for fostering confidence and kindness.
  • Children demonstrate a love for creative activities, actively participating in group activities like potato printing.
  • Staff effectively support children's communication skills through tailored interactions and questioning techniques, enriching their vocabulary.
  • Additional funding is used appropriately to enrich the curriculum, positively impacting children's development through real-life experiences.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of group activities to promote the involvement of younger children.
Inspection #10264471 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very positively about the setting.

They comment that they are happy with the care their children are receiving and talk about the warm and supportive staff.

Parents appreciate the regular communication they receive and state that their children are making good progress with their learning and development.

They speak of the support they have received when the manager has involved other professionals, such as speech and language therapists.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Parents speak of the support they have received when the manager has involved other professionals, such as speech and language therapists.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Discovery Nursery School (Portsmouth)

5.0
(1)
charlene Harris
2 years ago

Two of my children have attended this nursery. Both of them have enjoyed it, everyday they have come out smiling. The staff are Friendly and approachable.

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Inspection history

Ofsted records show this provider has closed and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display.

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