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Little Acorns Pre-School in Lincoln

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
·Ingham Village Hall, The Green, Lincoln, LN1 2XT · Lincolnshire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Lincolnshire

About this day nursery

Little Acorns Pre-School in Ingham offers a nurturing environment for children from two years old, operating during term-time. It is situated within the Ingham Primary School and provides a comprehensive early years experience.

The pre-school aims to foster a love for learning and encourages children to develop confidence and respect for others within the community. Beyond the core pre-school hours, Little Acorns also extends its care through a breakfast and after-school club, catering to children aged 3-11.

This wraparound care ensures that children can engage in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere beyond the typical school day. The pre-school is an integral part of the Ingham Primary School community, sharing its values of love, community, fairness, endurance, hope, and respect, and aiming to prepare children for their future educational journey.

Our ethos

Little Acorns Pre-School aims "to foster a love for learning" and encourages children to develop "confidence and respect for others within the community." As an integral part of Ingham Primary School, they share and aim to instil values of "love, community, fairness, endurance, hope, and respect," preparing children for their future educational journey.

What it's like

Children develop close bonds with staff and feel confident to make choices from a wide range of resources. They become deeply engaged when exploring the well-organised environment, and they happily share their ideas with staff and others during play. Children develop a caring nature and imitate staff's kind behaviour.

Term-time onlyBreakfast and After School Club availablePart of Ingham Primary School community

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per session for wrap-around care, including a breakfast club and two options for after-school care with different pickup times. Charges vary depending on the length of the session booked.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday 9:00am-3pm, Tuesday 9-11:30am, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9.00am–3pm (Pre-School); Breakfast Club from 7.30am; After School Club until 5.30pm

Session types

Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session

Age range

2-11 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1992

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Acorns Pre-School

Last inspected 17 July 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 develop close bonds with staff and feel confident to make choices from a wide range of resources. They become deeply engaged when exploring the well-organised environment, and they happily share their ideas with staff and others during play. Children develop a caring nature and imitate staff's kind behaviour.

Inspector highlights

  • Since the last inspection, the committee and leadership team have taken steps to ensure all members of the committee and staffing team are suitable to fulfil their role.
  • Staff have a good knowledge of their key children's learning and development needs, including those who may need additional support.
  • Staff are skilled practitioners who plan learning opportunities that capture children's imagination.
  • Overall, children develop friendships with others.
  • The manager works alongside staff daily, observing and providing feedback on their practice to have a positive impact on teaching.
  • Staff mainly support children to try things for themselves, such as blowing their nose and putting the tissue in the bin.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the sharing of information between children's key person and other staff so that children's learning and development are further supported during play
  • 2provide children with further support to resolve conflict for themselves
  • 3improve the organisation of daily routines to minimise the time children spend unoccupied or rushed.
Inspection #10284103 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff have a good knowledge of their key children's learning and development needs, including those who may need additional support. Staff work alongside other professionals to support families when needed.

Outdoor space

While bug hunting in the garden, children recall information they have already learned about the life cycle of ladybirds and caterpillars. Children independently find different tools to help them, including magnifying glasses.

Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: July 2011

  • July 2023Good
  • March 2023Inadequate
  • May 2017Good
  • June 2015Good
  • July 2011Good

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