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Kingsway Children's Centre

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2022)
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4.3(107 parent reviews) ·North Lindsey College, Kingsway, Scunthorpe, DN17 1AJ · North Lincolnshire
Number of places
64 places
Age range
—
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
North Lincolnshire

About this day nursery

Kingsway Children's Centre, located in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, provides high-quality day care for children aged 5 months to 5 years. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the centre has consistently achieved an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in 2011, 2015, and 2022.

Operating for 50 weeks a year, the centre can accommodate up to 40 children daily. It welcomes all parents and carers from Scunthorpe and the surrounding community, whether they live, work, or study in the area.

The centre also supports families by accepting the 15 hours free entitlement funding. As an integral part of North Lindsey College, Kingsway Children's Centre upholds a standard of comprehensive care and education for early years development.

What it's like

Children happily arrive at the setting and settle in quickly after a detailed handover from parents. The setting promotes a real sense of community, with children and their parents enjoying spending time together at sports days, graduation and other events. Children's individual needs are very well met because staff take time to speak to parents and gather up-to-date information from them, as well as regularly feeding back about their children's progress at nursery.

Ofsted OutstandingAccepts 15 hours free entitlement fundingPart of North Lindsey College

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

50 weeks per year

Age range

5 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Established

1985

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kingsway Children's Centre

Last inspected 6 July 2022 · Natalie Bishop

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children happily arrive at the setting and settle in quickly after a detailed handover from parents. The setting promotes a real sense of community, with children and their parents enjoying spending time together at sports days, graduation and other events. Children's individual needs are very well met because staff take time to speak to parents and gather up-to-date information from them, as well as regularly feeding back about their children's progress at nursery.

Inspector highlights

  • The well-resourced nursery environment is rich in opportunities which promote children's emerging communication, language and literacy skills.
  • All staff have a clear understanding about what they want children to learn throughout their time in the setting.
  • Mealtimes and other transitions are managed exceptionally well.
  • Leaders use observations and supervisors to continually reflect on the quality of teaching throughout the nursery.
  • The key person system is extremely effective.
Inspection #10131544 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

feedback from parents reflects the huge impact this setting has had on the confidence and progress of all children who attend, but particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Feedback from parents and external partners is wonderful, and reflects the hard work and commitment of all staff.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The whole staff team are highly skilled at supporting those children with additional needs. Throughout the day staff and children can be seen using sign language to support communication. The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) is extremely passionate about supporting children with additional needs. Senior leaders have made this a priority, and ensured that all children are able to participate in all aspects of nursery life, and are accepted, welcomed and supported by all children.

Outdoor space

Children are excited to spend time outdoors, and are curious to explore the many activities available. This rich environment enables them to build on their previous learning and offers a fantastic opportunity to improve their physical strength, balance and coordination.

EAL / language support

The setting supports children who speak English as an additional language.

Inspection history

Date: October 2011

  • July 2022Outstanding
  • August 2015Outstanding
  • October 2011Outstanding

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