Little Acorns Pre School in Broughton

About this day nursery

Little Acorns Pre School, established in 2015, operates Monday to Friday during term time, with sessions running from 9am until 3pm. This childcare setting, located in Broughton, caters for children aged 2 to 4 years and has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its latest inspection on 17th October 2022.

The dedicated staff team, many of whom hold Level 3, 5, or 6 early years qualifications, provide a nurturing environment where children behave wonderfully and develop a strong understanding of rules. The effective key-person system fosters confident and secure children, with staff providing support through any challenges.

Progression is excellent, supported by a well-planned, sequenced curriculum that builds on existing knowledge and places a significant emphasis on singing and stories to enhance communication skills. Children at Little Acorns Pre School benefit from a rich and engaging learning environment, both indoors and out.

They are encouraged to be independent, with staff teaching handwashing through songs and rhymes, and children pouring their own drinks. Through outdoor learning, children grow their own food in the vegetable patch, learning about the life cycle of vegetables and preparing them for eating.

They also collaborate to create obstacle courses in the outdoor area, developing their physical skills and problem-solving abilities. The setting demonstrates a strong commitment to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision, with staff working with various agencies and showing initiative in implementing strategies.

Speech and language therapists visit the setting to provide guidance to staff and parents, ensuring continuity of learning. Parents are integral to the nursery community, feeling involved in their child's experiences and finding staff approachable and responsive.

The enthusiastic management team ensures that additional support for children is swiftly established, collaborating with community links such as the local library and primary schools to promote continuity of care and provide diverse experiences.

What it's like

Children behave wonderfully at this setting, with a solid understanding of rules. Nurturing staff support them through challenges, fostering confident and secure children through an effective key-person system. Children make excellent progress due to a well-planned, sequenced curriculum that builds on their existing knowledge, with a strong emphasis on singing and stories to develop communication skills.

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