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Little Robins Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2021)
·C/o St. Marys Primary School, Brampton Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0NA · Leicestershire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2021
Local authority
Leicestershire

About this early years setting

Little Robins Pre-School, located in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, was registered in 2018 and operates as a childcare setting on non-domestic premises. The pre-school employs six qualified childcare staff, all holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3.

The setting provides care for children aged 2 to 4 years old, with a total capacity of 24 children and 32 on roll at the time of its last inspection in August 2021. Little Robins Pre-School offers a warm and welcoming environment where children settle well and are encouraged to explore and develop their confidence.

The pre-school operates during term time only, from Monday to Friday, with sessions running from 9am to 3pm. Additionally, it provides a breakfast club for school-age children from 8am to 8:45am.

The pre-school offers funded early education for two, three, and four-year-old children, demonstrating its commitment to accessible and high-quality early years provision.

What it's like

Children settle well and are happy in the pre-school, arriving confident and ready to play and explore. The caring staff greet children by name, showing genuine interest in what they have to say, which contributes to their sense of belonging and self-esteem. Children have a positive attitude towards their learning and development, and they are motivated to help with pre-school routines.

Confident childrenPositive attitudesStrong relationships

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm. Breakfast club 8am to 8.45am.

Term time / All Year

Term_time_only

Registered with Ofsted

2018

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Robins Pre-School

Last inspected 31 August 2021

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children settle well and are happy in the pre-school, arriving confident and ready to play and explore. The caring staff greet children by name, showing genuine interest in what they have to say, which contributes to their sense of belonging and self-esteem. Children have a positive attitude towards their learning and development, and they are motivated to help with pre-school routines.

Inspector highlights

  • Children settle well and are happy, arriving confident and ready to play and explore.
  • Children beam with big smiles when staff show a genuine interest in what they have to say.
  • Children use their imagination well during activities, developing mathematical skills through counting games.
  • Children have a positive attitude to learning, showing motivation and enthusiasm to help with pre-school routines.
  • The manager is dedicated to meeting the needs of children, families, and staff, valuing her team.
  • An online communication system has been introduced, greatly improving parent communication.
  • Staff support children's behaviour and attitudes, acting as role models and giving clear instructions.
  • Staff teach children about healthy lifestyles and good oral hygiene, including the importance of brushing teeth.
  • Staff focus on promoting independence and self-confidence, encouraging children to "have a try".

Areas to develop

  • 1Develop the consistency of staff's engagement and interaction with children to fully support and extend each child's learning.
Inspection #10190192 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff ensure that children can play outside every day to promote good physical skills and a healthy lifestyle.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

31 August 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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