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Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School # Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Palmarsh Primary School, Hythe, CT21 6NE · Kent Number of places 30 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Nov 2023 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School, established in 2017 in Hythe, Kent, provides a welcoming and secure environment for children aged 2 to 5 years, as highlighted in its latest Ofsted report on 7 November 2023, where it was rated as 'Good'. Children confidently engage in activities and interact with friends, supported by warm and reassuring staff. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed around children's individual needs and interests, with a particular focus on developing speech and language, and personal, social, and emotional skills. The pre-school effectively uses children's interests, such as a superhero area, to promote learning and communication. All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress from their starting points. The dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) ensures robust support, utilising funding for resources and collaborating closely with staff, external professionals, and parents to meet learning and care needs promptly. Children enjoy daily play in a well-resourced outdoor area, fostering a healthy lifestyle and supporting physical development through activities like splashing in muddy puddles. The setting also promotes a strong sense of community, teaching children about diverse cultures and beliefs. What it's like Children arrive at the pre-school happy and confidently leave their parents and carers, instantly engaging in activities and talking to friends. Staff are warm, welcoming, and provide reassurance, helping children feel safe and secure. The curriculum focuses on children's speech and language and personal, social, and emotional development, with staff using children's interests, like a superhero area, to promote learning and speech. Good overall effectiveness Child-centred curriculum Strong SEND support Focus on speech and language Well-resourced outdoor play Positive behaviour ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/childcare-and-pre-school/help-with-childcare-costs) ## Key facts Opening hours Not specified Age range 3 months to 4 years old Term time / All Year Mixed Staff Not specified Waitlist Not specified ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School Inspection date Nov 2023 Inspection no. 10313101 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50235328)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY550665) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-cubs-palmarsh-pre-school-ct21-6ne-ey550665) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School Last inspected 7 November 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 arrive at the pre-school happy and confidently leave their parents and carers, instantly engaging in activities and talking to friends. Staff are warm, welcoming, and provide reassurance, helping children feel safe and secure. The curriculum focuses on children's speech and language and personal, social, and emotional development, with staff using children's interests, like a superhero area, to promote learning and speech. Inspector highlights - The manager has designed a curriculum based around children's needs. - Staff are fully aware of children's interests and know what each child needs to learn next. - Overall, staff promote children's speech and language well. - Children are familiar with the routines of the day. This helps build a sense of belonging and security. - Children with SEND are very well supported. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to make the most of opportunities that arise to extend children's emerging communication and language skills - 2 review and improve the organisation of daily routines to minimise the disruption to children's learning. Inspection #10313101 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50235328) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children are making good progress from their starting points, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) uses funding to provide resources that support children's development and next steps based on their interests. The SENCo works closely alongside staff, other professionals and parents to ensure children's learning and care needs are consistently met and has a secure understanding of the referral process, ensuring children get support at the earliest opportunity. Outdoor space Children enjoy play in the well-resourced outdoor area daily, splashing in muddy puddles. The regular fresh air and physical exercise contribute to a healthy lifestyle and support the development of children's large-muscle movements. ## Parent Reviews of Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ1vbVLA2rtpsJC-VyvONVz2thBJwvfnUtOSkAcTjIV_Wr7HQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jennifer Shaw a year ago Fantastic place [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRc3NhOXVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47dec17083731fad:0x4165863e12eda4bc) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLDOLfM0g0aBlKXnclAS-a8eQF4ra1bij_SQwig2ySsA70dYQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Georgina Luckett 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqcnU2WTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47dec17083731fad:0x4165863e12eda4bc) Reviews from Google for Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4712320186276750524&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2019 - November 2023 Good - November 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School ### What is Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School's Ofsted rating? ### What funded childcare hours does Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School accept? ### What age range does Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School cater for? ### Does Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? ### When was Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School established? ### Does Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School have outdoor space? ## About the setting Little Cubs Palmarsh Pre-School registered in 2017. It is located in Hythe, Kent, in the grounds of Palmarsh Primary School. The pre-school is open on Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, for most of the year. It receives funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The pre-school employs six members of staff, all of whom hold relevant early years qualifications at level 2 or above. 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