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Little Sunbeams Pre-School # Little Sunbeams Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · Thornwell Way, WINCANTON, BA9 9EN · Somerset Number of places 40 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Sunbeams Pre-School, located in Wincanton, Somerset, is a community-based nursery founded in 2016. It operates under the oversight of a committee comprising parents and local residents and is affiliated with the Early Years Alliance (EYA), one of the largest providers of early childhood education in the UK. The pre-school accepts children from two years old until they begin school. A keyperson system is implemented to facilitate strong, positive relationships between each child, their family, and a dedicated adult within the setting. The primary objective of Little Sunbeams is to foster learning and development in young children through play, offering them opportunities to interact with peers and adults in a supportive environment. The pre-school is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities for all children, families, and staff. They actively encourage parents and caregivers to engage with the pre-school community, believing that collaboration and open communication are crucial for providing a positive and enriching experience for every child. Our ethos Little Sunbeams Pre-School's philosophy centres on fostering learning and development through play, guided by a keyperson system to build strong relationships and promote collaboration between children, families, and staff. They are committed to providing equitable opportunities and value open communication with caregivers to create an enriching experience for every child. What it's like Children are keen to come into the pre-school, happily saying goodbye to parents and settling quickly with kind and caring staff. Managers and staff provide engaging and ambitious learning opportunities, tailored to individual needs, including those with SEND, fostering skill development in a fun and safe environment. Children are eager to join activities, behave well, and confidently use tools for manipulation and dexterity. Ofsted Good Community-based Keyperson system Accepts children from 2 years old ## Pricing & funding 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://snobe.co.uk/nursery/little-sunbeams-pre-school-wincanton#admissions_dtl) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Sunbeams Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10311769 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243398)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY498347) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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Waitlist Not mentioned Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Sunbeams Pre-School Last inspected 28 February 2024 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 are keen to come into the pre-school, happily saying goodbye to parents and settling quickly with kind and caring staff. Managers and staff provide engaging and ambitious learning opportunities, tailored to individual needs, including those with SEND, fostering skill development in a fun and safe environment. Children are eager to join activities, behave well, and confidently use tools for manipulation and dexterity. Inspector highlights - Staff support children's communication and language development well, using communication books for non-verbal children. - Children show an interest in books, frequently selecting them independently or with peers, supporting literacy skills. - Children are learning to be independent, preparing them for school by getting their own coats on. - Managers and staff work with parents, agencies and professionals to support children, including those with SEND. - Staff attend training to increase their skills and knowledge, using it to improve practice, such as making environmental changes for sensory needs after autism training. Areas to develop - 1 enhance staff's questioning techniques to ensure that children have opportunities to share their ideas and build on their vocabulary further. Inspection #10311769 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243398) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are highly complimentary of the support they receive from staff. > They report seeing their children develop well while at the pre-school, and they value knowing that their children are happy. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers and staff provide engaging learning opportunities that are ambitious for all children. They tailor these to children's needs, including those of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders and managers attend meetings so that they are fully informed of the needs of these children and put plans in place to help children learn and develop. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: April 2018 - February 2024 Good - April 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Sunbeams Pre-School ### What stands out in the latest assessment of Little Sunbeams Pre-School? ### Whereabouts is Little Sunbeams Pre-School? ### What age children does Little Sunbeams Pre-School take? ### How does Little Sunbeams Pre-School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in WINCANTON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Sunbeams Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Conkers Nursery Wincanton · BA9 9HB ](/nursery/conkers-the-balsam-centre-s-community-nursery-ba9-9hb-2552082) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Balsam Nursery Wincanton · BA9 9RU ](/nursery/the-balsam-nursery-ba9-9ru-2545530) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.5 mi ### Sticky Fingers Pre-School Templecombe · BA8 0HP ](/nursery/sticky-fingers-pre-school-ba8-0hp-ey369814) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.9 mi ### Sunnyside Nursery School Henstridge · BA8 0PA ](/nursery/sunnyside-nursery-school-ba8-0pa-142882) [See all nurseries in WINCANTON →](/search?q=WINCANTON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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