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Giggles N Squiggles Discovery

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2025)
·Discovery Centre, Columbia Way, King's Lynn, PE30 2LA · Norfolk
Number of places
56 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2025
Local authority
Norfolk

About this day nursery

Giggles N Squiggles Discovery, established in 2023, is a childcare setting located in King's Lynn, offering early years education for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, the nursery provides a warm and welcoming environment where children are eager to explore and develop strong bonds with staff, as noted in their latest "Good" Ofsted inspection on 07/01/2025.

The nursery prioritises outdoor learning, with children enjoying fresh air in all weathers, engaging in activities like exploring water with bubbles and ice, and planting in the garden. Staff actively support children's speech and language development by introducing new words and simple sign language.

The curriculum is designed to support progress in all learning areas, with targeted small-group activities for children with identified learning gaps. For children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), staff collaborate closely with other professionals to provide additional support.

Leaders are committed to continuous development, regularly reflecting on and enhancing the learning environment and resources to stimulate children's imagination and engagement.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery by staff and readily separate from their parents, eager to explore available materials. They are happy and settled, developing strong bonds with staff, who support their decisions and engage well during play. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical activity, and staff foster their speech and language skills by teaching new words and simple sign language.

Warm WelcomeOutdoor PlaySpeech & Language FocusTargeted LearningSEND SupportDedicated Leadership

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2023

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Giggles N Squiggles Discovery

Last inspected 7 January 2025 · Karen Harris

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 warmly welcomed into the nursery by staff and readily separate from their parents, eager to explore available materials. They are happy and settled, developing strong bonds with staff, who support their decisions and engage well during play. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and physical activity, and staff foster their speech and language skills by teaching new words and simple sign language.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders demonstrate a strong commitment to the continued development of the nursery.
  • Staff work closely with parents to help children to settle, following care routines to support their well-being.
  • Children receive a curriculum that supports their progress, and staff plan targeted small-group activities when gaps in learning are identified.
  • Staff work well as a team, closely supervising children and communicating effectively.
  • Healthy eating is promoted well, with children experiencing sociable snack and mealtimes and opportunities to try new foods.

Areas to develop

  • 1help children to build on their understanding of the need for safety to help them consider and manage some risks when tackling new challenges
  • 2support staff to pay closer attention to children who are not engaged in activities so that all children have opportunities to reach their full potential.
Inspection #10374712 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

When staff identify any gaps in children's learning, they plan targeted small-group activities that children benefit from. Staff work closely with other professionals to seek extra help and support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Outdoor space

Children benefit from plenty of fresh air, in all weather. They have opportunities to be physically active, which helps to promote their health and well-being. Children enjoy exploring water with bubbles and blocks of ice and eagerly use spades to help plant a Christmas tree in the garden.

Inspection history

Date: January 2025

  • February 2025Good
  • January 2025Good

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