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Rainbow Pre-school (Handforth) CIO

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2025)
·Youth Centre, Old Road, Handforth, SK9 3AZ · Cheshire East
Number of places
35 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2025
Local authority
Cheshire East

About this day nursery

Rainbow Pre-school Nursery, located in Handforth Youth Centre, supports children aged 2 years old until they transition to school, operating during term-time only. The pre-school prioritises a flexible approach to session times to accommodate diverse family needs, offering a range of options from early drop-off to full-day care.

Committed to providing high-quality care and education, the nursery is managed by a team of experienced and qualified staff. They actively participate in government-funded early education schemes, accepting both 15 and 30 free hours per week for eligible children, as well as Tax-Free Childcare payments.

A waiting list system is in place for admissions, with no deposit required to secure a spot.

What it's like

Children enjoy their time at pre-school and feel safe with the experienced team. Staff effectively use indoor and outdoor spaces, and children move freely between varied activities, promoting confidence and self-motivation. The consistent routines help children learn to cooperate, while staff consult with parents to support children's learning.

Flexible sessionsTerm-time onlyExperienced staff

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges per session, offering early drop-off, morning, lunchtime, afternoon, and full-day options. Parents can combine these sessions to create a custom schedule, subject to place availability.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A packed lunch is required for children attending the lunchtime session.
  • Sessions can be combined in any configuration, subject to availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 9:15am - 3:15pm (Term-time only)

Session types

Full Day, Morning, Afternoon, Early Drop Off, Lunchtime

Age range

2+ years until school age

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Rainbow Pre-school (Handforth) CIO

Last inspected 23 January 2025 · Susan King

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children enjoy their time at pre-school and feel safe with the experienced team. Staff effectively use indoor and outdoor spaces, and children move freely between varied activities, promoting confidence and self-motivation. The consistent routines help children learn to cooperate, while staff consult with parents to support children's learning.

Inspector highlights

  • The well-qualified team works together effectively, sharing responsibilities and professional expertise.
  • Staff plan engaging activities that stimulate children's attention and thinking, especially through stories.
  • The curriculum promotes children's early literacy through games and recognition of written names.
  • Children acquire habits that promote good health and develop independence skills.
  • Children continuously extend their meaningful vocabulary and develop friendships through imaginative play.

Areas to develop

  • 1help staff to make better use of activities and routines to focus even more effectively on what children are trying to learn next
  • 2develop staff's knowledge and understanding of language development even further, in order that activities and interactions fully promote children's vocabulary and communication skills.
Inspection #10378397 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents and carers praise the thought and care that staff put into their role.

Parents report that they receive information about children's accidents and injuries at pre-school.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff observe children and assess their progress to identify signs of special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They make timely referrals to other agencies and incorporate specialist professionals' advice into individual programmes, ensuring all children, including those with SEND, make good progress.

Outdoor space

The pre-school makes well-planned use of outdoor spaces. Toddlers who prefer to play outside know they can return there after register time, learning to cooperate with routines. Children put on and fasten their coats before running and playing in the rain, which promotes skills that promote their independence.

Inspection history

Date: January 2025

  • February 2025Good
  • January 2025Good

Frequently asked about Rainbow Pre-school (Handforth) CIO

About the setting

Rainbow Pre-school (Handforth) CIO registered in 2023. It employs eight childcare staff, with various qualification levels, including one with qualified teacher status. The pre-school operates term-time, Monday to Friday, offering funded early education.

URN
2740630
Registered person
Rainbow Pre-school (Handforth)
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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