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Earleybird Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
·The Terrapin, Hawkedon School Grounds, Reading, RG6 3AP · Wokingham
Number of places
45 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
Wokingham

About this day nursery

Earleybird Pre-School, established in 1987, is situated within the Hawkedon School grounds in Lower Earley, Reading. Operating Monday to Friday during term-time from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the pre-school accommodates children from the term they turn three up to five years old.

It boasts two dedicated rooms, each equipped with children's toilets and food preparation areas, complemented by generous outdoor spaces for play and exploration. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to foster approved learning outcomes, with a strong emphasis on individual care, facilitated by a high ratio of adults to children.

Active parent involvement is encouraged, offering families the chance to participate in group activities and track their child’s development. As a voluntary committee-run establishment, Earleybird Pre-School offers both universal and working parent funded places, and supported places for eligible families.

The pre-school also encourages the wearing of a uniform consisting of a red jumper or cardigan, a red or white polo shirt, and black or grey bottoms or red/white summer dresses, aiming to foster a sense of belonging among all children.

What it's like

Children are greeted enthusiastically by staff and have high expectations for them. The key-person system is securely in place and staff have a good knowledge of the children in their care. Children make good progress in their learning and demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning and behave very well.

Committee-runEstablished 1987Located within primary school grounds

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • unfunded hours£8.50 / hour

Key facts

Opening hours

9.00am – 3.00pm, Monday to Friday term-time only (38 weeks per year)

Session types

Morning – 9.00am to 12.00pm, Afternoon – 12.00pm to 3.00pm, All-day – 9.00am to 3.00pm

Age range

3 to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1992

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Earleybird Pre-School

Last inspected 17 November 2021 · Ingrid Howell

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 are greeted enthusiastically by staff and have high expectations for them. The key-person system is securely in place and staff have a good knowledge of the children in their care. Children make good progress in their learning and demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning and behave very well.

Inspector highlights

  • The dedicated manager is supported well by her strong staff team, who know the children very well and assess their development precisely.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well.
  • Partnerships with parents are good, and home visits enable staff to gather information about children before they start attending.
  • Children benefit from many opportunities to support their communication and language skills.
  • Staff successfully promote children's good health and well-being, teaching them about good hygiene practices and ensuring regular physical activity.

Areas to develop

  • 1give the quieter and less confident children the support they need to always engage fully in their learning
  • 2continue to build on the programme of staff training so that their knowledge is constantly improving to the highest level.
Inspection #10209319 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that they are extremely satisfied with the service provided and with the good progress that their children are making.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. The manager uses additional funding to provide one-to-one time with staff. Children with SEND are given high levels of attention and the support they need. The manager works closely with the special educational needs coordinator, other professionals and parents. Together, they put targeted plans in place to help children with SEND to progress in their development.

Outdoor space

In the garden, children walk across wooden planks and hold out their arms to balance. Younger children hold on to a member of staff's hand for support when necessary. Children benefit from regular physical activity, for example through weekly visits from a football coach.

Inspection history

Date: January 2010

  • November 2021Good
  • March 2017Good
  • January 2015Good
  • January 2010Good

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