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Play Centre Pre-School
Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2023)
Number of places
25 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2023
Local authority
West Sussex
About this day nursery
Play Centre Pre-School, established in 1992, operates from Arun Community Church in Rustington, Littlehampton, providing a welcoming and stimulating environment for children aged 2-4 years. 45pm, the pre-school received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 19 January 2023.
The manager, a knowledgeable and experienced early years practitioner, plans an ambitious curriculum that builds on children's interests, ensuring learning is engaging and relevant. Staff excel at knowing each child well, tailoring activities based on their individual interests.
Children are encouraged to be independent, assisting with snacks and pouring their own drinks, fostering valuable life skills. The setting places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, with children enjoying imaginative play in a pallet car and exploring bubbly water to develop fine motor skills.
During summer, trips to the beach offer opportunities to learn about nature. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) effectively identifies and supports children with SEND through individual learning plans and collaboration with other professionals, ensuring good progress.
Similarly, children learning English as an additional language receive good support, with parents providing key words to aid communication, leading to strong language development. The pre-school fosters good social and communication skills, with children enjoying technology, learning to take turns, and being kind to friends.
Our ethos
Play Centre Pre-School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to flourish, focusing on a play-based learning approach. They encourage children to develop at their own pace and build confidence through engaging resources, aiming for a joyful educational experience.
What it's like
Staff provide a welcoming environment and children settle quickly at their chosen activities. Children enjoy using technology and learn how to take turns. Staff encourage them to be kind to their friends and share their toys. As a result, children are developing good social and communication skills.
Ambitious curriculumStrong SEND supportGood EAL provisionOutdoor learning opportunitiesGood social developmentPositive parent feedback
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
This nursery has not published their current fee structure online. Please contact them directly for the latest session prices.
Key facts
Age range
0-5 years
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Session types
Full day care
Food
Not listed
Staff
Not specified
Waitlist
Waiting list
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Play Centre Pre-School
Last inspected 19 January 2023 · Lisa Smith
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Staff provide a welcoming environment and children settle quickly at their chosen activities. Children enjoy using technology and learn how to take turns. Staff encourage them to be kind to their friends and share their toys. As a result, children are developing good social and communication skills.
Inspector highlights
- The manager is a knowledgeable and experienced early years practitioner. She plans an ambitious curriculum that builds on children's interests.
- Staff know the children well and plan for learning based on their interests.
- Parents speak positively about the staff and the quality of care they provide.
- Staff communicate well with parents, giving daily feedback and using an app.
- Staff encourage children to be independent, helping prepare snacks and pour their own drinks.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to swiftly recognise when some children need extra help to settle at activities and engage in meaningful learning throughout the day.
Inspection #10263568 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) applies for funding to support children's learning. She identifies children's needs and provides specific resources and targeted support. The SENCo creates individual learning plans and works effectively with other professionals. This ensures that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make good progress.
Outdoor space
Children enjoy spending time outdoors and relish playing imaginatively in a car, made from a pallet. Children delight in playing with bubbly water, helping to develop hand-to-eye coordination. During the summer months, children have the opportunity to visit the beach to learn about nature.
EAL / language support
Children who speak English as an additional language receive good support. Parents provide key words in their home language to aid communication. As a result, children are making good progress and developing their language skills.
Inspection history
Date: March 2011
- January 2023Good
- May 2017Good
- May 2015Good
- March 2011Good
Frequently asked about Play Centre Pre-School
About the setting
Play Centre Pre-School registered in 1992 and operates from Arun Community Church in Rustington, West Sussex. The setting is open Monday to Friday during term time. It employs eight members of staff, with the manager holding early years professional status and other staff holding various early years qualifications. The setting receives funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- 113651
- Registered person
- Arun Community Church Wickbourne Centre
- 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
- Good
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