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Playhouse 2

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
·Scout Hut, Albert Road, Evesham, WR11 4JX · Worcestershire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Playhouse 2, established in 2009, operates in Evesham, Worcestershire, providing childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years old. Open Monday to Friday from 9am until 3pm during term-time, the nursery received a "Good" rating from Ofsted at its latest inspection on March 3, 2022.

Children at Playhouse 2 have adapted well to changes in routines, arriving happy and eager to play, fostering a strong sense of belonging and forming close relationships with the kind and caring staff. They enjoy a good range of activities, making independent choices in their play, showing concentration while exploring water play, and proudly identifying countries on a world map.

The curriculum is broad and linked to children's interests, with staff demonstrating a good understanding of how children learn and develop. The dedicated team at Playhouse 2 effectively supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, collaborating with other professionals to create individualised learning plans.

Daily outdoor opportunities allow children to be physically active, cooperative, and learn to manage their own safety on apparatus, including balance bicycles. Staff also work closely with parents of children who speak English as an additional language, using visual prompts and learning key words in children's home languages to support communication and learning.

Parents describe the staff as "lovely" and are happy with the care and education provided.

What it's like

Children adapted well to changes and arrive happy and eager to play. They display a strong sense of belonging and form close relationships with the kind and caring staff. Children are keen to explore the good range of activities on offer and make independent choices about their play.

Good Ofsted ratingNurturing environmentStrong parent partnershipsEffective SEND supportOutdoor play opportunitiesEnthusiastic staff

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 9am until 3pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Playhouse 2

Last inspected 3 March 2022

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 adapted well to changes and arrive happy and eager to play. They display a strong sense of belonging and form close relationships with the kind and caring staff. Children are keen to explore the good range of activities on offer and make independent choices about their play.

Inspector highlights

  • The provider has effectively addressed weaknesses identified at the last inspection.
  • Safeguarding practice is effective and the quality of teaching is good.
  • The manager monitors the quality of staff practice effectively and ensures they are suitable for their role.
  • Staff are enthusiastic and have a good understanding of how children learn and develop.
  • Staff relationships with parents are good and they keep them well informed about their child's day.

Areas to develop

  • 1seek more detailed information from parents about what children already know and can do when they first begin to attend, to plan more precisely for their future learning
  • 2strengthen the range of activities and experiences to help children to develop a better understanding of eating a healthy diet.
Inspection #10225433 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They meet with other professionals to share information and plan for children's learning. Staff ensure that the curriculum they provide meets children's individual needs.

Outdoor space

Children have daily opportunities to be physically active outside in the fresh air. They play cooperatively together and take turns to ride on balance bicycles. Children learn to manage their own safety while they climb and balance on apparatus.

Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022

Date: March 2010

  • March 2022Good
  • September 2021Inadequate
  • December 2019Requires improvement
  • June 2019Inadequate
  • December 2015Good
  • October 2014Inadequate
  • March 2010Good

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