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Over the Rainbow in York

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2024)
·Dunnington C of E Primary School, Church Lane, York, YO19 5QG · York
Number of places
36 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2024
Local authority
York

About this day nursery

Over the Rainbow is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' childcare facility nestled in Dunnington, York, dedicated to fostering learning and development through play. The setting prioritises children's well-being and growth, offering a high-quality environment where young minds can thrive.

They cater to a broad age range, from two-year-olds in their Early Years Preschool to children aged two to eleven in their Breakfast Club, After School Club, and Holiday Club. Operating within term time and school holidays, Over the Rainbow provides flexible childcare options for families in the local community and surrounding areas.

The day nursery is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging atmosphere, with a focus on activities that go beyond statutory requirements, such as outdoor adventures and creative workshops. They also highlight the availability of financial support for parents and guardians.

What it's like

Children thrive at this stimulating and exciting pre-school, arriving happy and eager to start the day. They are greeted by warm, welcoming and caring staff and quickly settle into attractively set up activities. Children demonstrate independence, locate their names, self-register, and choose where to play.

Ofsted-rated GoodPlay-based learningWraparound careHoliday club

Pricing & funding

This nursery offers preschool sessions for two-year-olds and three-to-four-year-olds, alongside breakfast, after-school, and holiday clubs. Fees are structured around full-day or half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with age-banded pricing. Fees include snacks and activities, with additional charges for cooked lunch.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Prices include snacks and specified activities.
  • An additional daily enrichment activity charge applies to government-funded children.
  • Cooked lunch is charged separately.

Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am-6pm (term time), 7.30am-5.30pm (school holidays)

Food

Morning and afternoon snack included. Cooked lunch available for £3.40 or bring your own packed lunch. Nut-free setting.

Age range

2-11 years old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Over the Rainbow

Last inspected 12 June 2024 · Julie Campbell

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 thrive at this stimulating and exciting pre-school, arriving happy and eager to start the day. They are greeted by warm, welcoming and caring staff and quickly settle into attractively set up activities. Children demonstrate independence, locate their names, self-register, and choose where to play.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thrive at this stimulating and exciting pre-school.
  • Children have many opportunities to play outside, in the well-resourced garden, exploring a wide range of resources that promote physical development.
  • The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works effectively in partnership with parents, other agencies and staff to ensure swift referrals and high-quality support plans for children with SEND.
  • Staff develop very good relationships with parents and keep them regularly updated on their children's achievements.
  • All staff share the same vision: to ensure that children are happy, confident communicators and independent learners, with a well-designed curriculum that sequences intended learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to further develop their understanding of the specific skills and knowledge they want children to learn from activities
  • 2strengthen the procedures for professional development for staff, to raise the quality of already good practice to an even higher level.
Inspection #10339156 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

as if they were part of the family

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works effectively in partnership with parents, other agencies and staff. She ensures that referrals are made swiftly and that support plans are of high quality. The SENCo regularly liaises with the local schools to help children transition and settle into their new setting. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well and are making good progress.

Outdoor space

Children have many opportunities to play outside, in the well-resourced garden. They explore a wide range of resources that promote their physical development. Outside, children build obstacle courses with crates and tyres, using their core muscles to run, jump and balance as they climb swiftly across the course.

Inspection history

Date: October 2009

  • June 2024Good
  • July 2018Outstanding
  • October 2009Good

Frequently asked about Over the Rainbow

About the setting

Over the Rainbow registered in 2004 and is located in Dunnington, York. It is open daily from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year old children. The pre-school employs eight members of childcare staff, six of whom hold an appropriate early years qualification from level 3 to level 6.

URN
EY281807
Registered person
Dunnington Children
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
Outstanding

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