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P.K. Preschool

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Mar 2022)
·Jubilee Hut, Whitmore Vale Road, Hindhead, GU26 6LU · Hampshire
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

K. Preschool, established in 1987 and located in Grayshott, Surrey, offers a nurturing environment where children aged two to four thrive through a full day care programme during term time.

The preschool, operational Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm, is staffed by a dedicated team of eight, all holding relevant childcare qualifications, with one holding a degree in early education. The setting places a strong emphasis on fostering curiosity and active learning, evidenced by activities like children experimenting with paint and lavender in water play to observe colour and texture changes.

Children are encouraged to explore their local community through visits to the post office and woodlands, enhancing their understanding of the world around them. The preschool provides exceptional support, including for children learning English as an additional language and those with identified developmental gaps, ensuring all children make outstanding progress from their individual starting points.

The experienced manager and staff are committed to putting children at the heart of everything they do, valuing parental input to continually enhance the children's experiences, such as developing a sensory garden based on parent ideas. Safeguarding is highly effective, with staff regularly trained and knowledgeable about comprehensive policies and procedures, ensuring children's safety and well-being.

What it's like

Children thrive and flourish in the care of the nurturing staff. They follow arrival routines with exceptional confidence. Children are extremely motivated to learn and demonstrate high levels of curiosity. They play exceptionally together and work highly effectively as a team.

Nurturing environmentExceptional supportOutstanding progressCuriosity fosteredCommunity engagement

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm

Term time / All Year

Term_time_only

Established

1987

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for P.K. Preschool

Last inspected 9 March 2022

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive and flourish in the care of the nurturing staff. They follow arrival routines with exceptional confidence. Children are extremely motivated to learn and demonstrate high levels of curiosity. They play exceptionally together and work highly effectively as a team.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thrive and flourish in the care of the nurturing staff, demonstrating high levels of curiosity and motivation to learn.
  • Children play exceptionally together, working effectively as a team to build dens and independently find resources.
  • Staff promote children's language and communication skills exceptionally well, with books readily available and props for storytelling.
  • Staff plan an exemplary curriculum, stimulating children's interest and increasing their knowledge through activities like memory games.
  • Children develop an excellent awareness of healthy lifestyles, discussing healthy food options and participating in sports.
  • Staff promote children's understanding of the local community exceptionally well through visits to the post office and woodlands.
  • The experienced manager and staff put children at the heart of everything they do, valuing parental opinions for improvements.
  • Parents comment extremely positively on the significant progress their children have made, highlighting the effective advice and support provided by staff.
  • Staff have an in-depth understanding of children's needs, providing excellent support for all, including those learning English as an additional language.
  • Staff attend significant training to enhance their skills and knowledge, using funding exceptionally well to ensure all children reach their full potential.
Inspection #10104228 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

EAL / language support

All children, including those learning English as an additional language, receive an exceptional level of support. This helps to close gaps in their learning rapidly.

Inspection history

Date: May 2010

  • March 2022Outstanding
  • June 2015Outstanding
  • May 2010Outstanding

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