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Little Barn Owls Pre-School in Gosport

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2021)
·Treehouse Community building, Elson Lane, Gosport, PO12 4EU · Hampshire
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2021
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Little Barn Owls Pre-School, a part of the Oaktree Family Group, first opened its doors in September 2017. Located within the secure grounds of Elson Infant School, the pre-school operates during term-time, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, aligning with Hampshire County Council dates.

They provide early years education for children aged 2 years up to school age, focusing on individual interests and abilities to foster holistic development. The pre-school collaborates closely with families and Elson Infant School, allowing them access to the school's Forest School area, hall, and library.

Children can also enjoy an engaging outdoor environment featuring a large sandpit. Meals are supplied by Elson Infant School.

The pre-school also encourages parental involvement by regularly updating parents on their child's growth.

What it's like

Children run in happily to Little Barn Owls, confident and eager to explore, play and learn. They know the daily routine, have strong bonds with their key person, and readily approach them for comfort and reassurance. Children are curious and motivated to explore the inviting learning environments, delighting in finding their favourite bikes outdoors and helping to care for the setting's fish.

Term-time onlyForest School accessPart of Oaktree Family Group

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged based on the session attended, with options for full days, five-hour morning or afternoon sessions, and three-hour half-school days. Hourly rates apply for breakfast club and wraparound care. Meals can be purchased separately, and funding restrictions apply to certain sessions.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Good to know

  • Fees are revised annually, with the latest update effective from 1st April 2025.
  • Children can bring a packed lunch or pay for lunch in addition for most sessions.
  • Snack is included in Half School Day sessions.
  • Government funding cannot be used for Breakfast Club or the Wraparound Hour.

Key facts

Opening hours

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, term time

Age range

2 years to school age

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Food

Catering supplied by Elson Infant School

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Barn Owls Pre-School

Last inspected 15 September 2021 · Emma Dean

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children run in happily to Little Barn Owls, confident and eager to explore, play and learn. They know the daily routine, have strong bonds with their key person, and readily approach them for comfort and reassurance. Children are curious and motivated to explore the inviting learning environments, delighting in finding their favourite bikes outdoors and helping to care for the setting's fish.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager is very much 'hands on' in her role to support her staff team and the children they care for.
  • Staff have a clear understanding of the skills they want to teach children, such as being independent and developing friendships with their peers.
  • Staff recognise the importance of supporting children's communication development and are positive role models for children.
  • Staff understand the importance of providing challenging activities for children to stimulate their learning.
  • Staff are calm and respectful towards children and show infinite patience, supporting children's emotional well-being effectively.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to consistently help all children develop their independence skills and to have high expectations of what children can manage to do themselves
  • 2help staff to consider the impact of adult-led activities so that all children have their learning supported effectively.
Inspection #10130542 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents report that they are supported effectively by the staff, who go above and beyond to meet their children's individual needs.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children delight in finding their favourite bikes outdoors and see the setting's fish, which they help to care for. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

15 September 2021

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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Frequently asked about Little Barn Owls Pre-School

About the setting

Little Barn Owls Pre-School registered in 2017. The setting operates from Elson Infant School in Gosport, Hampshire and opens from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, for 48 weeks of the year. The setting is part of Oaktree Family Group. There are eight members of staff, six of whom hold relevant qualifications at level 3 and above. The setting receives funding for the provision of free early years education for children aged two, three and four years.

URN
EY548189
Registered person
Oaktree Family Group Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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