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Parkwood 'Poppets' Playgroup

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2023)
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4.7(3 parent reviews) ·Parkwood Green, Gillingham, ME8 9PN · Medway
Number of places
25 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2023
Local authority
Medway

About this day nursery

Parkwood 'Poppets' Playgroup, established in 1997, offers a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. 30pm.

The latest Ofsted inspection, on 8 December 2023, rated the playgroup as 'Good' overall. Children benefit from a rich and varied curriculum, with a balance of child-led and adult-directed activities that cater to individual needs and interests.

The playgroup prioritises both indoor and outdoor learning, utilising facilities at the local community centre and taking visits to shops and the post office, encouraging children to explore their surroundings. A strong focus is placed on communication and language development, with staff providing a running commentary during play to expose children to a wide vocabulary.

The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, with good communication between the special educational needs coordinator, parents, and other professionals. Children with SEND benefit from positive interactions with all staff and form strong bonds with their key person.

Additionally, children learning English as an additional language receive strong support to communicate their needs effectively. Parents speak highly of the staff and appreciate their personalised and accommodating approach.

What it's like

Children smile as they enter this warm and welcoming playgroup, where they choose from the wide range of experiences on offer. Children build strong relationships with staff who know their individual needs and characters well. Children benefit from a range of different learning activities, both inside and outside.

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Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Age range

2-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

Breakfast Club

Established

1997

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Parkwood 'Poppets' Playgroup

Last inspected 8 December 2023

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 smile as they enter this warm and welcoming playgroup, where they choose from the wide range of experiences on offer. Children build strong relationships with staff who know their individual needs and characters well. Children benefit from a range of different learning activities, both inside and outside.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff have taken significant action to bring about improvement, addressing actions from the last inspection and implementing ongoing opportunities for professional development.
  • Staff ensure that they support children to be skilful communicators, providing opportunities for children to share experiences and rich vocabulary development.
  • Managers ensure clear rules and boundaries are in place, contributing to positive behaviour.
  • Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, with good communication with parents and other professionals.
  • Children's health and well-being are given high priority, with strict hygiene procedures and promotion of active, healthy lifestyles.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve the organisation of group activities to ensure that they meet each child's needs and maintain their interest
  • 2support all staff to be consistent in reinforcing rules and boundaries so that children understand what is expected.
Inspection #10301928 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the staff and the care they provide.

They appreciate their personalised and accommodating approach and comment that staff are good at communicating information regarding their child's progress and development.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Effective support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is provided. The special educational needs coordinator communicates well with parents and collaborates with relevant professionals. Children with SEND receive positive interactions from all staff and form strong bonds with their key person.

Outdoor space

Children benefit from a range of different learning activities, both inside and outside. They have use of the various facilities at the local community centre and visit the nearby shops and post office.

EAL / language support

The support for children learning English as an additional language is very strong and children are well supported to communicate their needs effectively.

Parent Reviews of Parkwood 'Poppets' Playgroup

4.7
(3)
MNS DALL
7 years ago

My little one is there. She loved it. She like Miss smith very much as she is her main teacher. Thanks goes to Miss Wine, Miss Smith and all other staff for making my daughter comfortable and happy from very first day of her pre school.

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Helen Chester
2 years ago

Friendly staff and great outdoors play areas

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Inspection history

Date: June 2010

  • January 2024Good
  • December 2023Good
  • July 2023Inadequate
  • June 2023Inadequate
  • December 2018Good
  • December 2018Good
  • February 2018Requires improvement
  • July 2015Good
  • June 2015Good
  • July 2010Good
  • June 2010Good

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