Session types
Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions, Full day
Playhouse Pre-School
Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2024)
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2024
Local authority
Havering
About this day nursery
Playhouse Preschool, situated within the Allington Community Association, provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged two-and-a-half until they begin primary school. Established in 2012, this OFSTED-rated "Good" preschool emphasises a play-based learning approach, encouraging children to explore and develop their individuality.
The setting is inclusive, celebrating differences and welcoming all families. They operate during term-time, offering both morning and afternoon sessions, with a full-day option.
The preschool utilises a large hall, a smaller hall, and a fenced outdoor patio, as well as the surrounding large field and wooded area for outdoor activities in all weather conditions. The facilities include disabled toilet access, nappy changing areas, a kitchen for food preparation, and a spacious car park for drop-off and pick-up.
Playhouse Preschool focuses on age-appropriate learning within two distinct age groups, while also fostering interaction among all children. They implement "in the moment planning" to observe and support each child's learning journey, nurturing creative confidence through hands-on activities to develop problem-solving skills.
Our ethos
Playhouse Pre-School, established in 2012, emphasises an OFSTED-rated "Good" play-based learning approach. They encourage children to explore and develop individuality, celebrating differences within an inclusive environment. The preschool uses "in the moment planning" to support each child's learning journey, nurturing creative confidence and problem-solving through hands-on activities.
What it's like
Children arrive happy and excited and settle well in this calm and nurturing pre-school. They form strong bonds with staff, which helps them feel safe and secure. Staff implement strong routines that support children's independence.
Play-based learningInclusive environmentOutdoor learningTerm-time onlyIn the moment planning
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Request pricing →Key facts
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm
Age range
2.5 years to school age
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
2013
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Playhouse Pre-School
Last inspected 20 March 2024
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 arrive happy and excited and settle well in this calm and nurturing pre-school. They form strong bonds with staff, which helps them feel safe and secure. Staff implement strong routines that support children's independence.
Inspector highlights
- Children arrive happy and excited and settle well in this calm and nurturing pre-school.
- Staff implement strong routines for children that support their independence.
- Staff and leaders encourage children's curiosity.
- Staff's high-quality interactions develop children's communication skills well.
- Staff value and promote children's understanding of equality and diversity well.
Areas to develop
- 1review the effectiveness of strategies and support staff's understanding of how to help children resolve conflict.
Inspection #10312051 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the staff team and the level of support provided for them and their children.
They talk positively about the improvement in children's communication and language skills and their self-care.
Parents talk about the benefits of conversations and meetings they have termly with their child's key person.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Leaders provide staff with extra support to plan intervention for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work with external agencies to identify appropriate strategies to support children's good progress.
Outdoor space
In the garden, children use spades to dig in the mud. They find worms and snails and create habitats for the creatures. Staff share their behaviour expectations with children, encouraging being kind and considerate when caring for creatures.
Inspection history
Date: March 2014
- March 2024Good
- April 2018Good
- March 2014Good
Frequently asked about Playhouse Pre-School
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