Opening hours
Monday to Thursday: 9:15 am to 2:45 pm, Friday: 9:15 am to 1:15 pm (during term time)
Mayflower Playgroup
Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
Number of places
45 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
West Sussex
About this day nursery
Mayflower Playgroup operates as an integral part of Christ Church Haywards Heath, embracing a distinctively Christian ethos. The playgroup warmly welcomes children of all faith backgrounds and none, emphasising that church attendance is not a requirement for enrolment.
Learning is facilitated through play, with a strong commitment to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which sets comprehensive standards for the development, learning, and care of children from birth to five years old. The playgroup adopts a child-centred approach, tailoring learning experiences to individual needs and interests, supported by continuous observational assessments.
Mayflower Playgroup maintains a high staff-to-child ratio, ensuring attentive care, especially for younger children. The setting was rated "Good" in its most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2022, receiving positive feedback.
They also comply with "The Local Offer" requirements, demonstrating their commitment to supporting children with additional needs. The playgroup utilises the Famly system to streamline communications with families.
Our ethos
Mayflower Playgroup is committed to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and adopts a child-centred approach, tailoring learning experiences to individual needs and interests. They operate with a distinctively Christian ethos, welcoming children from all backgrounds.
What it's like
Children display secure and strong bonds with the staff team and their key person, excitedly arriving for their fun-filled day ahead. Children are building on their own independence and self-care, and are engaged learners who are building skills they require for the next stage of their learning.
Christian ethosLearning through playChild-centred approachEYFS frameworkOfsted "Good"
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Staff
At least 1 member of staff to every 8 children, with more staff for children under 3
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
2019
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Mayflower Playgroup
Last inspected 29 June 2022 · Gwendolyn Andrews
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 display secure and strong bonds with the staff team and their key person, excitedly arriving for their fun-filled day ahead. Children are building on their own independence and self-care, and are engaged learners who are building skills they require for the next stage of their learning.
Inspector highlights
- Staff feel very supported and valued, with a high level of staff retention and a shared passion and ethos for the setting.
- Children explore with early mathematics in their learning, building tall structures using different shapes and finding solutions to problems.
- The manager is reflective, seeking views from staff, children, and parents to inform areas for change and prioritising partnerships with parents.
- Children make good progress, and staff carefully watch their development, planning challenging next steps.
- Staff place an importance on supporting and encouraging children's communication and language, with children happily taking part in planned activities.
Areas to develop
- 1review staff organisation to further support children's behaviour and reduce noise levels in the indoor learning environment.
Inspection #10208211 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak very highly of the staff team and of the care their children receive.
They enjoy accessing their child's online profiles and the resources they are able to take home to support their children's changing interests.
Parents recognise the amount of time and effort the setting places on preparing children for their move on to school.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children who are funded or those with special education needs and/or disabilities are provided with targeted support to help them to succeed to the best of their ability. Staff work closely with other professionals to provide children with a joined-up approach towards their progress.
Outdoor space
Children delight in being able to play outdoors in all weathers to support their learning. They investigate and learn new information such as collecting and measuring rainwater and estimating how fast items fall down a drain pipe.
Inspection history
Date: June 2022
- August 2022Good
- June 2022Good
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