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Pavilion Pre-School Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2023)
·The Pavilion, Thieves Lane, Attleborough, NR17 2AP · Norfolk
Number of places
36 places
Age range
2–3 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2023
Local authority
Norfolk

About this day nursery

The Pavilion Pre-School Nursery, established in 1971 by its current owner, operates from three locations within Attleborough: a converted sports Pavilion, the Old Auction House, and the Crèche at the Enterprise Centre. All settings are conveniently located near the town centre, schools, and the railway station.

The nursery is committed to providing a safe, secure, stimulating, and happy environment where children can reach their full potential. They have an established equal opportunities policy, warmly welcoming all children and their families, and are registered with Ofsted.

The nursery is dedicated to preparing children for school, ensuring a natural transition. They pride themselves on the high qualifications of their staff, which include BA (Honours), Qualified Teacher status, Early Years Professional Status, NNEB, and NVQ levels 2 and 3.

Staff regularly attend study days and seminars to stay informed about developments in Early Years Education. The nursery is also noted for its staff continuity, with some members having worked there for many years, sharing their expertise with newer team members and fostering a supportive working environment.

What it's like

Children show that they are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery. Staff support new children to settle effectively. Children form close, respectful relationships with staff and say they feel safe and secure. They enjoy listening to stories and experimenting with musical instruments.

Established 1971Experienced staffMultiple locations

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

7:30am-6:00pm (Day Care)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1971

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Pavilion Pre-School Nursery

Last inspected 12 September 2023 · Karen Harris

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 show that they are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery. Staff support new children to settle effectively. Children form close, respectful relationships with staff and say they feel safe and secure. They enjoy listening to stories and experimenting with musical instruments.

Inspector highlights

  • Children show that they are happy and enjoy their time at the nursery.
  • Leaders and managers have made significant changes to the environment and have plans for further development.
  • Children's communication and language skills are developing well.
  • Staff quickly identify when children may need extra support.
  • Leaders and managers ensure that all staff are suitable for their role and understand their responsibilities in keeping children safe.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance staff's teaching strategies so that children have more opportunities to think about and respond to questions and develop their problem-solving skills
  • 2continue to strengthen partnership working with parents and develop highly successful strategies that engage all parents in their child's learning in the nursery and at home.
Inspection #10289655 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents express their thoughts and comment that their children are always happy to attend the nursery

They say that the staff are the highlight as they are 'welcoming' and 'helpful'

Some parents share that the nursery is part of the community and explain that they have returned with their own children after attending the nursery as children themselves

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff quickly identify when children may need extra support. The special educational needs and disabilities coordinators provide suitable activities for these children. This helps to ensure that all children develop skills in readiness for their future learning.

Outdoor space

Leaders and managers intend to extend the covered section over the outdoor play area. Children know to put on a sun hat before going to play outdoors.

Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: October 2011

  • September 2023Good
  • March 2023Inadequate
  • February 2019Good
  • February 2016Good
  • October 2011Good

Frequently asked about Pavilion Pre-School Nursery

About the setting

Pavilion Pre-School Nursery began operating in 1971. The nursery employs 21 members of childcare staff, 18 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including one with qualified teacher status. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, closing for a week between Christmas and New Year. It offers a variety of sessions between the hours of 7.30am and 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two- and three-year-old children.

URN
257921
Registered person
Dale, Vera Julia
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
Inadequate

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