Opening hours
8am-6pm each day
Hadleigh Parkside Pre-school
Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2021)
Number of places
26 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2021
Local authority
Suffolk
About this day nursery
Hadleigh Parkside Pre-school is a nurturing childcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and education for children aged 18 months to 4 years. The pre-school operates 50 weeks a year, from 8 am to 6 pm daily, Monday to Friday.
Their approach is centred on child-led play, where children's innate curiosity guides their learning journey. They emphasise experiential learning, encouraging children to explore their world and develop confidence, individuality, and resilience.
The pre-school aims to create a stimulating and enriching environment, preparing children to be enthusiastic learners as they transition to school. They collaborate closely with parents, valuing their partnership in each child's development.
Furthermore, Hadleigh Parkside Pre-school is committed to the well-being of its children, parents, and staff, with a dedicated well-being lead and mindfulness activities integrated into the daily routine. They also promote healthy lifestyles through nutrition and exercise.
The pre-school actively contributes to the local community's well-being and is dedicated to offering a service that respects diversity and promotes equality.
Our ethos
We believe that children learn best through their play. Education starts with the needs and interests of the child, allowing them to plan their course of study and it relies heavily on experimental learning. Promoting curiosity about the world and being truly in the moment with their environment allows children to notice the small details. This way at looking at things gives children a love of learning and gives the tools to flourish and be their best selves. Like John Dewey, an educational theorist, stated we believe: "Education is not about preparing a child for life, education is life itself"
What it's like
Children confidently make choices from a broad range of interesting activities and resources. They show that they feel motivated to learn as they enthusiastically access the different spaces and activities on offer. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are provided with highly attentive support to meet their complex needs.
Child-led play curriculumOpen 50 weeks a yearFocus on well-being and mindfulnessCommunity-focused
Pricing & funding
The nursery charges an hourly rate differentiated by age bands for children under three. Separate rates apply for children under two years old and those aged two.
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
Key facts
Age range
18 months – 4 years
Waitlist
Unknown
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Hadleigh Parkside Pre-school
Last inspected 24 June 2021
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 make choices from a broad range of interesting activities and resources. They show that they feel motivated to learn as they enthusiastically access the different spaces and activities on offer. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are provided with highly attentive support to meet their complex needs.
Inspector highlights
- The pre-school manager and staff worked tirelessly to maintain contact with families and offer financial and emotional support to children during the COVID- 19 pandemic.
- Staff are enthusiastic in their approach. They spend most of their time interacting with children, including during imaginative role-play activities.
- From a young age, children are encouraged to be independent in managing tasks for themselves. During snack-time routines, staff show two-year-old children how to pour drinks and use a knife to spread and chop foods.
- The use of additional funding is planned well to ensure children's individual learning needs are further supported.
- Staff support children's awareness of how to follow a healthy lifestyle, including opportunities to grow nutritious vegetables at the local allotment.
Areas to develop
- 1enhance staff's understanding of what they want children to learn during adult- led activities, to help all children acquire new knowledge and skills more rapidly.
Inspection #10124783 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents express that they are very happy with the care and education provided for their children.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are provided with highly attentive support to meet their complex needs. They access specialist equipment and resources which are very carefully planned to capture their interest and strengthen their concentration. Staff work closely with other professionals and make sure parents are aware of outside support services. They take account of all available expertise and advice when planning additional support for children with SEND.
Outdoor space
Children particularly enjoy being outdoors. They delight in exploring the different textures and aromas of the chickpeas, tea leaves and herbs they mix in the outdoor kitchen. Children also develop their knowledge of living things and the natural world, such as watching a tiny frog swim and learning how it developed from frog spawn.
Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2021
Date: July 2011
- June 2021Good
- September 2019Requires improvement
- June 2015Good
- July 2011Good
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