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Jack in the Box Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2023)
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4.8(5 parent reviews) ·c/o of Hurst Green Primary School, Narrow Lane, HALESOWEN, B62 9NZ · Dudley
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Dudley

About this day nursery

Jack in the Box Pre-School, located in Dover, is a purpose-built nursery that prioritises a child-centred approach to learning, fostering curiosity, imagination, and creative expression. The nursery emphasises a "hygge-inspired" setting, aiming to provide a warm, cosy, and secure environment where children feel safe and confident to explore and grow through play.

The dedicated team, led by owner Michelle, is committed to reinforcing home routines and providing individualised support to each child. They utilise an online system called Tapestry to share developmental progress, photos, and videos with parents.

The nursery embraces the Curiosity Approach and offers a Woodland School experience within its setting, promoting outdoor learning and a holistic approach to development. The staff are highly qualified, with ongoing training in areas such as early years education, SEN, paediatric first aid, and safeguarding, ensuring a nurturing and enriching experience for all children.

Our ethos

Jack in the Box Pre-School states a child-centred approach, inspired by "hygge," fostering curiosity, imagination, and creative expression. They embrace the Curiosity Approach and offer a Woodland School experience, promoting outdoor learning and a holistic approach to development within a warm, cosy, and secure environment.

What it's like

Children arrive at this setting with smiling faces and are greeted by friendly staff. They independently locate their coat peg and name badge before exploring a wide range of activities. Staff demonstrate a genuine interest in children's likes, dislikes, and experiences, leading to excellent behaviour among children.

Child-centred learningCuriosity ApproachWoodland SchoolHygge-inspired environmentOnline progress tracking

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 3pm (term time). Breakfast Club: 8am - 9am. After-school Club: 3pm - 4pm.

Session types

Full day 9am – 3pm, morning session 9am – 12pm, afternoon sessions 12pm – 3pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2013

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Jack in the Box Pre-School

Last inspected 14 June 2023 · Nancy Hitchcock

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 arrive at this setting with smiling faces and are greeted by friendly staff. They independently locate their coat peg and name badge before exploring a wide range of activities. Staff demonstrate a genuine interest in children's likes, dislikes, and experiences, leading to excellent behaviour among children.

Inspector highlights

  • The curriculum covers all areas of learning, and these are incorporated into activities throughout the session.
  • Effective observations by staff help to assess what children already know and what they are developing.
  • The manager prioritises the mental health of her staff team, ensuring they receive training to deepen their knowledge and raise the standard of care.
  • Children learn about different cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds, tasting food from different parts of the world and experimenting with traditional clothing.
  • The manager has secured strong links with the local school, preparing children for a smooth transition with weekly visits and shared development information.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to recognise when to extend children's learning during activities and to understand the importance of enabling children to lead their own play.
Inspection #10276270 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very positively about the setting.

They comment on how approachable and supportive staff are.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff who provide one-to-one care for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) attend specific training in this area. As a result, children with SEND receive excellent care and support to help them make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy lots of exercise and fresh air. They use their developing muscles to push, pull and roll heavy tyres and practise balancing skills on wooden beams. Large chalk boards encourage them to strengthen hand-eye coordination and develop writing skills.

Parent Reviews of Jack in the Box Pre-School

4.8
(5)
Chizim Chinuru
10 months ago

The staff are so caring and the space is always clean. My kids love going there. I always feel confident they're in great hands every day.

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The Honest Reviewer
9 years ago

It's a good aftercare provider, unfortunately if you have more than one child - you'll never get a space. We have been on the waiting list for three years!

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Terry Hubbard
5 years ago

Good place every care taken the children love the staff well done

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Sh B
5 years ago

Excellent play group/pre school run and managed by a group of lovely ladies

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Mike Barton
9 years ago

Both my kids went here and loved it

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Inspection history

Date: May 2014

  • June 2023Good
  • July 2017Good
  • May 2014Good

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