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Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland # Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · Weston Community Hall, Weston Road, PORTLAND, DT5 2DA · Dorset Number of places 16 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Dorset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland, established in 1991, provides a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2–4 years. Open each weekday during school term times from 9am to 3pm, the pre-school received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 28/09/2022. Children enthusiastically engage in activities, taking responsibility for their belongings and enjoying a wide range of carefully selected resources that support their development. The curriculum focuses on preparing children for their next stage of learning, nurturing independence, imagination, and strong communication and language skills. This is achieved through routines that encourage conversations and activities that build fine motor control and self-management. The pre-school excels in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with all staff implementing tailored activities and collaborating with external agencies to ensure timely support. Outdoor learning is a key feature, with children exploring the natural environment through imaginative play in the mud kitchen, encouraged by staff to use their senses and develop vocabulary. Leaders are dedicated to supporting families, maintaining open communication about children's development, and ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere where children feel cared for and confident to approach staff for help. Our ethos We aim to provide a safe and secure environment for all our children to learn, play and most importantly have fun. We will encourage confidence, independence and a feeling of self worth in our children; We will provide quality, stimulating and exciting experiences to enrich every child’s life. Giving every child the essential knowledge and skills confidence and independence to prepare them for their future success. We will ensure every child experiences the awe and wonder of the world in which they live. We endeavour to teach the importance of acceptance, manners and respect for each other. To welcome children and families from all sections of the community regardless of gender, race, religion, physical abilities and to promote an atmosphere of tolerance, understanding and respect; We will offer every child the opportunity to reach their full potential and progress across the seven areas of the EYFS. And, most importantly, to have fun! What it's like Children enthusiastically arrive in the morning and enjoy hanging up their coats, putting lunch boxes away, and placing water in trays. Staff guide and encourage them, setting expectations for sharing and turn-taking. Children feel safe, initiating conversations with their key person and receiving warm responses, leading to them being calm, gentle, and friendly towards each other. Good Ofsted rating Focus on independence Strong SEND support Outdoor imaginative play Excellent communication skills focus Family support ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on flat-rate sessions for children under three, with additional sessions available to purchase beyond funded hours. Fees are supplemented by a voluntary termly contribution for snacks and consumables, and a one-off voluntary registration contribution. Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - A voluntary, non-refundable registration contribution is requested upon accepting a place. - A voluntary termly fee is requested to cover daily snacks, wipes, and nappies. - Two weeks of paid, written notice is required to surrender a child's place. - Late collection charges apply per five-minute increment. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10234214 Lead inspector Jonathan Payne Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197567)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/140995) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=jumping-beans-pre-school-portland-dt5-2da-140995) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday 9:00am - 12:00pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm and 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Age range 2+ years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types Morning session, Afternoon session Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland Last inspected 28 September 2022 · Jonathan Payne 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 enthusiastically arrive in the morning and enjoy hanging up their coats, putting lunch boxes away, and placing water in trays. Staff guide and encourage them, setting expectations for sharing and turn-taking. Children feel safe, initiating conversations with their key person and receiving warm responses, leading to them being calm, gentle, and friendly towards each other. Inspector highlights - Leaders have a clear vision of developing children's readiness for their next stage of learning, including independence, imagination, and speech and language development. - The new manager works closely with existing staff, quickly establishing what is working well and identifying areas for further development. - Leaders make every effort to support families, communicating with parents about their child's development and offering assistance. - Leaders prioritise the development of children's communication and language, setting up routines that allow staff to have many conversations with children. - Staff are focused on key skills children need for school, helping them develop independence and fine motor control. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to extend children's vocabulary through play to help them develop knowledge and use of new language - 2 support children to understand how to make healthy choices around food. Inspection #10234214 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197567) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > I'm really enjoying being at nursery today Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. Leaders and staff use their assessments of children to implement activities that will improve children's development, for example, identifying children with difficulties pronouncing sounds and playing games to teach them. Leaders work with external agencies and have plans to follow up on referrals to ensure children receive the timely support that they need. Outdoor space Outdoors, children experiment and use their imaginations, making an imaginary 'slug cake' in the mud kitchen. Staff encourage children's talking by asking questions that prompt them to explore the natural environment by touching, feeling and smelling. Inspection history Ofsted records show this provider has **closed** and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display. ## Frequently asked about Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland ### What is the Ofsted rating for Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland? ### What funded hours are accepted at Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland? ### What are the opening hours for Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland? ### Does Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland support children with special educational needs? ### When was Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland established? ### Does Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland focus on outdoor learning? ### How does Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland prepare children for school? ### How can I contact Jumping Beans Pre-School Portland? ## About the setting Jumping Beans Pre-School registered in 1991 and is run by a voluntary committee. It operates from the Community Hall situated in the Weston area of Portland, Dorset. The pre-school is open each weekday during school term times from 9am to 3pm and receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. There are six members of staff who work directly with the children; four hold level 3 qualifications and the remaining staff hold qualifications at level 2. 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