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Kanes Hill Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
·Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, SO19 6FW · Southampton
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Southampton

About this day nursery

Kanes Hill Pre-School is dedicated to fostering a secure, stimulating, and enjoyable atmosphere where each child is provided with equitable prospects to develop confidence and happiness in their learning journey. Situated in Thornhill, Southampton, the preschool welcomes children into an environment designed to support their growth and early education.

The curriculum focuses on a holistic approach, ensuring that children gain foundational skills and positive attitudes towards learning through play and exploration. The dedicated staff strives to create a nurturing community that encourages social interaction, emotional development, and cognitive advancement, preparing children for their future educational steps.

The preschool is an integral part of the local community, offering a supportive network for both children and their families.

What it's like

Children settle quickly on arrival at this warm and welcoming pre-school, becoming engrossed in activities specifically selected based on their interests. They feel safe and secure, greeting friends and nurturing staff, sharing stories in various languages. Children demonstrate excitement and motivation to learn, behaving well and developing positive relationships with staff.

Safe and secure environmentEqual learning opportunitiesFocus on confident and happy learning

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

8.45am until 3pm, Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1999

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kanes Hill Pre-School

Last inspected 9 March 2023 · Nina Lambkin

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 settle quickly on arrival at this warm and welcoming pre-school, becoming engrossed in activities specifically selected based on their interests. They feel safe and secure, greeting friends and nurturing staff, sharing stories in various languages. Children demonstrate excitement and motivation to learn, behaving well and developing positive relationships with staff.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are developing a love of literacy.
  • Children learn about the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles.
  • Children behave well.
  • Children enjoy the sociable lunchtime with their friends.
  • Children enjoy lots of opportunities to be creative.

Areas to develop

  • 1increase the opportunities available for older children to develop their independence and self-help skills, particularly at lunchtime
  • 2support staff to be able to extend activities for all children to help them recall, make connections and utilise what they know.
Inspection #10263251 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff identify and take effective steps to help close any gaps in children's learning. They know the importance of supporting children's additional needs and work with outside professionals when needed. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those in receipt of additional funding, make good progress from their individual starting points.

Outdoor space

Children make the most of being outside in all weathers. They dig and scoop in the sand and enjoy chasing bubbles as they blow in the wind. These activities help to promote their good physical skills, testing their strength and coordination.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language receive helpful support to learn new words in English. Staff frequently change between speaking Polish and English to develop children's communication skills and understanding.

Inspection history

Date: January 2005

  • April 2023Good
  • March 2023Good
  • May 2017Good
  • April 2017Good
  • April 2015Good
  • March 2015Good
  • December 2008Good
  • November 2008Good
  • December 2007Good
  • January 2005Good

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