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Kids @ Play Preschool.

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2024)
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4.9(53 Google reviews) ·Ilford Methodist Church, Ilford Lane, Ilford, IG1 2JZ · Redbridge
Number of places
40 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2024
Local authority
Redbridge

About this early years setting

Kids @ Play Preschool is a nurturing full day care located in Ilford, London, within the Ilford Methodist Church. The preschool is registered to accommodate up to 40 children and is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with parents.

Their approach focuses on holistic development, supporting each child to achieve their full potential. The indoor learning environment is thoughtfully designed with stimulating resources to encourage exploration and discovery.

Kids @ Play Preschool boasts a "Good" rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to providing a safe and enriching setting. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the preschool directly to arrange a visit and determine if it is the right fit for their family.

The preschool also maintains a waiting list for admissions.

What it's like

Children enter this large and well-resourced pre-school with ease, enjoying the predictable routine and familiar staff that supports their developing confidence. Staff build close relationships with children and families, ensuring children settle quickly and feel safe and secure. Children's behaviour is good, and they develop an awareness of friendship rules through staff-modelled games and discussions.

Full day careGood Ofsted ratingFocus on holistic developmentLocated in Ilford Methodist Church

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday 8.45am until 3.15pm and 8.45am until 11.45am on a Friday

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Waitlist

Waiting list

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating

Last inspected 18 September 2024

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 enter this large and well-resourced pre-school with ease, enjoying the predictable routine and familiar staff that supports their developing confidence. Staff build close relationships with children and families, ensuring children settle quickly and feel safe and secure. Children's behaviour is good, and they develop an awareness of friendship rules through staff-modelled games and discussions.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders provide multiple opportunities for children to celebrate their own and other's cultures and special events.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well.
  • Staff report that the leadership team is very supportive.
  • Children develop a love of books.
  • Leaders and staff promote healthy eating at all times.

Areas to develop

  • 1further develop opportunities for children to build on their language skills, especially for those who speak English as an additional language
  • 2support staff to extend children's learning during play to help develop children's thinking and enable them to share their own ideas.
Inspection #10355077 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Staff work with parents and other professionals to provide swift identification, adult-led interventions and wider support offered by other professionals. They make good use of funding opportunities to ensure all children are given the best support possible.

Google Reviews

4.9
(53 Google reviews)
Hasan al banna
11 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with Kids @ Play! From the moment our daughter joined, we’ve seen such a beautiful transformation in her confidence, creativity, and communication. The teachers are incredibly nurturing and patient, and they truly understand how to make learning fun and engaging. Every day, our daughter comes home excited to share what she’s learned—from new words to creative crafts and songs. The school provides a perfect balance of structured learning and playful exploration, helping children grow both academically and emotionally. We’re especially grateful for the warm, inclusive environment and the personal attention each child receives. It feels more like a second home than just a school. Thank you Kids @ Play for making these early years so joyful and meaningful for our daughter!

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Nimra Afreen
5 months ago

We had such a great time! It was an amazing experience from start to finish, and the staff were so, so, so good. Their kindness and professionalism made everything even better. We truly enjoyed every moment!

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Amir Hema
11 months ago

I’m very pleasure to write this review to Kids@play preschool. Our both daughters studied in here. The nursery has helped my children to develop into a confident and happy individual. The staffs are fantastic, caring and supportive, They are really dedicated and put a lot of efforts into the children’s activities and creativity.

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Anisah Rahman
11 months ago

My Son started end of April at first it was hard to leave him there he used to cry however the teachers/ staff are so lovely and helped him adjust. He loves it, loves going everyday and playing with other children. Everyone is very friendly and kind towards all student and parents. And my son doesnt cry anymore when I leave him, he fit in perfectly and the staff made this happen welcoming him with kind arms and care

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Yeliz Mustafa
11 months ago

My daughter started here in January and I'm so happy with the progress my child has made. The staff are all friendly and welcoming. Najma who is my child's Key worker is very supportive, caring and attentive.

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Inspection history

Date: November 2018

  • September 2024Good
  • November 2018Good

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