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LiveWires Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
·The Old School Room, Methodist Church, Easingwold, YO61 3AE · North Yorkshire
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
North Yorkshire

About this day nursery

LiveWires Pre-School, established in August 2020, provides a welcoming and engaging environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. 30am to 6pm, the pre-school ensures that children arrive happily and confidently engage in activities, following their interests and enjoying their learning.

The curriculum is thoughtfully planned, effectively sequenced, and invitingly presented, fostering a love for learning by capturing children's imaginations. Staff skillfully adapt their plans to build on children's knowledge and introduce new concepts.

A particular strength lies in the outdoor provision, which staff use effectively to promote progress across all areas of learning, including language development as children explore animal footprints and search for insects. Staff are highly perceptive to individual needs, working closely with parents and other agencies to ensure every child receives appropriate support, including for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

A strong focus is placed on supporting children's language development, with staff diligently teaching specific vocabulary and identifying when additional help is needed. The pre-school encourages politeness and attentiveness, supporting good behaviour and safety.

LiveWires Pre-School received an overall rating of 'Good' from Ofsted in its latest inspection on 29th March 2023, reflecting its commitment to children's development and well-being.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and engage keenly in activities, confidently following their interests and enjoying their learning. They are polite and attentive, supporting their good behaviour, learning, and safety. Children are particularly motivated outdoors, where they enjoy activities like matching animal footprints, searching for worms and insects, and mixing cake batter, which helps them develop new vocabulary.

Good Ofsted ratingWell-planned curriculumStrong language supportEffective outdoor learningClose parent partnershipsIndividual needs met

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
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Key facts

Opening hours

N/A

Age range

0-4

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

N/A

Staff

N/A

Waitlist

N/A

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for LiveWires Pre-School

Last inspected 29 March 2023 · Pat Edmond

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 happily and engage keenly in activities, confidently following their interests and enjoying their learning. They are polite and attentive, supporting their good behaviour, learning, and safety. Children are particularly motivated outdoors, where they enjoy activities like matching animal footprints, searching for worms and insects, and mixing cake batter, which helps them develop new vocabulary.

Inspector highlights

  • The curriculum is very well planned, effectively sequenced, and invitingly presented.
  • Staff focus on supporting children's language, diligently teaching specific vocabulary and identifying when additional help or specialist help is needed.
  • Staff effectively use the outdoor area to promote children's progress in all areas of learning and support their good health.
  • Staff forge close partnerships with parents and trusting relationships with children, which significantly impacts their learning, behaviour, and safety.
  • The manager has a clear focus for self-evaluation and continuous improvement, and recommendations from the last inspection have been addressed.

Areas to develop

  • 1monitor staff's interactions and routines to identify where further improvements can be made to children's language skills and independence.
Inspection #10238186 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents confirm that staff are dedicated to supporting their children.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff are perceptive to children's individual needs. They work closely with parents and other agencies to ensure children receive the support they need and are entitled to.

Outdoor space

Children are particularly motivated outdoors. They rush excitedly to match the animal footprints with the appropriate animal pictures. They are often reflective as they search for worms and insects, or chat as they mix the cake batter. Staff use the outdoor area effectively to promote children's progress in all areas of learning and support their good health.

Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: April 2022

  • March 2023Good
  • April 2022Requires improvement

Frequently asked about LiveWires Pre-School

About the setting

LiveWires Pre-School registered in August 2020 and is situated in Easingwold, York. The pre-school operates from Monday to Friday all year round, with sessions from 7.30am to 6pm. It employs four members of staff, three of whom hold early years qualifications from level 2 to level 6, and the manager holds early years professional status. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
2592173
Registered person
Live Wires Club Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Requires improvement

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