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Kings Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·c/o All Saints CE Primary School, Boughton Green Road, Northampton, NN2 7AJ · West Northamptonshire
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
West Northamptonshire

About this day nursery

Kings Pre-School operates during term-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, catering to children aged 2 to 4 years. Established in 2008 as a childcare on non-domestic premises setting, it received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on March 2, 2023.

Children at Kings Pre-School are encouraged to develop independence, from putting away their coats to effortlessly changing into wellington boots for garden access. The curriculum promotes exploration and curiosity, with children enjoying planned activities tailored to their interests, such as sensory play making porridge for Goldilocks.

The setting places a strong emphasis on a healthy lifestyle, discussing different fruits at snack time and providing ample opportunities for energetic outdoor play in the garden. Staff at Kings Pre-School are highly supportive of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), effectively using additional funding for focused adult support or extra resources.

The management team collaborates closely with families and other professionals, demonstrating a secure knowledge of each child's individual needs. Parents are kept well-informed of their child's development through daily updates, including photographs, via an online application, and can readily communicate with their child's key person.

Moreover, the preschool fosters a love of reading by integrating books into daily activities and celebrating events like World Book Day.

What it's like

Children show they feel happy and safe in the setting. Staff encourage children to develop their independence skills and have consistently high expectations of what they can achieve for themselves. Children enjoy many different learning opportunities, including planned activities that match their interests and exploring sensory materials.

Good Ofsted rating2-4 yearsTerm-time sessionsStrong SEND supportOutdoor playPositive parent communication with close parent communication

Key facts

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kings Pre-School

Last inspected 2 March 2023

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 show they feel happy and safe in the setting. Staff encourage children to develop their independence skills and have consistently high expectations of what they can achieve for themselves. Children enjoy many different learning opportunities, including planned activities that match their interests and exploring sensory materials.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff work very well together as a team and receive regular professional development and support from the management.
  • Parents are very positive about the care their children receive and appreciate regular updates on their child's development.
  • Staff and children have positive relationships, and staff encourage participation in various activities, even involving cultural events like St David's Day.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive very good support, with additional funding used effectively and close collaboration with families and professionals.
  • Staff support children to develop a love of reading by introducing books into daily activities and celebrating events like World Book Day.

Areas to develop

  • 1ensure quieter, less confident children have the opportunity to share their views
  • 2develop staff confidence and understanding of planning precise next steps for children.
Inspection #10266929 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

their child's key person is always available to talk to them, and they receive regular information about their child's development.

Parents appreciate the daily updates they receive on an online application, with photographs showing activities their children have enjoyed doing.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities very well. Additional funding is used effectively to provide children with more focused adult support or extra resources. Staff have a secure knowledge of the support the children in their care need. The management team work very closely with families and other professionals to provide additional support to meet children's individual needs.

Outdoor space

Children confidently change their indoor shoes to wellington boots when they want to access the garden outside. Staff provide children with plenty of opportunities to exercise and be energetic in the outdoor garden.

Parent Reviews of Kings Pre-School

5.0
(2)

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Inspection history
  • March 2023Good
  • March 2017Outstanding
  • April 2013Good
  • November 2008Good

Frequently asked about Kings Pre-School

About the setting

Kings Pre-School registered in 2008 and is located in Kingsthorpe, Northampton. The setting employs 13 members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The setting opens Monday to Friday, during term times, from 8.30am to 3pm. The setting provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY381038
Registered person
Kings Pre-School Learning Group Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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