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Rainbows Preschool # Rainbows Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Old Golf Shop, Grounds of Belhus Park, South Ockendon, RM15 4QR · Thurrock Number of places 40 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Thurrock About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Rainbows Preschool, established in 2020, welcomed its latest Ofsted inspection on June 10, 2022, where it proudly maintained its "Good" overall effectiveness rating. Catering to children aged 1 to 4 years, the preschool operates Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm, strictly during term time. Children are greeted enthusiastically by staff and friends, settling quickly into the wide range of activities on offer. The setting prides itself on its flexible environment, allowing children to move freely between indoor and outdoor play. Outdoors, children enjoy interactive learning, such as operating a pump to transfer water for play. The curriculum at Rainbows Preschool is ambitious, with an improved range of resources designed to engage and motivate children. Regular observations help staff to track each child's progress, identify any emerging learning gaps, and ensure children develop key skills essential for their next stage of learning. This approach supports all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The preschool was noted for the manager's dedication, working hard with her team to enhance teaching quality since its previous inspection. Partnerships with parents are strong, with daily feedback and home learning packs provided to support children's development beyond the preschool. Furthermore, strong links with local schools aid children in their confident transition to primary education. What it's like Children happily arrive to an enthusiastic welcome from staff and their friends. They are confident and settle quickly. Children enjoy exploring the activities on offer. They move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments, engaging well with their friends and staff. Good Ofsted rating Established in 2020 Ambitious curriculum Strong parent partnerships Indoor and outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2020 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Rainbows Preschool Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10218636 Lead inspector Sue Buckingham Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188439)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2583773) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Old Golf Shop, Grounds of Belhus Park, South Ockendon, RM15 4QR [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.26339/51.50681/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near South Ockendon - [Day nurseries in South Ockendon](/search?q=South+Ockendon) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=rainbows-preschool-rm15-4qr-2583773) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rainbows Preschool Last inspected 10 June 2022 · Sue Buckingham 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 happily arrive to an enthusiastic welcome from staff and their friends. They are confident and settle quickly. Children enjoy exploring the activities on offer. They move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments, engaging well with their friends and staff. Inspector highlights - The manager has worked hard with her team to raise the quality of teaching and meet the actions set at the last inspection. - Children make good progress in relation to their individual starting points. - Staff respond promptly to children's requests. - Partnerships with parents are good. - Links with local school teachers work well to help children move confidently on to the next stage of their learning. Areas to develop - 1 build on staff's increasing confidence to encourage and support children to recognise and use simple mathematical concepts in their play - 2 develop the organisation of spontaneous activities further to manage children's eagerness and expectations better. Inspection #10218636 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188439) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Regular observations enable staff to check that children are making good levels of progress and identify any emerging gaps in learning. Consequently, children develop a good range of key skills to be ready for the next stage in their learning. Outdoor space Children move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments. Outside, they learn how to operate a pump to get water and fill containers before carefully transferring water to the sandpit or into the water tray. ## Parent Reviews of Rainbows Preschool 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXtABvfSRVOvP2a6066qFdL493ZrYf_ajm3zwp2xbvh5VOSa9qV=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Be Belle a year ago Was really nervous about my little girl starting nursery at 6 months old but the staff here have been nothing short of amazing. They are all like her second mums and she’s always excited to jump into their arms on drop off. Love the daily updates with photos and even sleep/feeding/changing times. This nursery is 5\*, highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VNVDM3SmVVaDUtVmZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x47d8b14ed2dd0bbd:0xba582984032ef547) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV_RjwP4D7dZoH6-cOwGguSGP1UVfhjA2aJaVkwuRx_7xnVsvpj=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Luca Daniel 4 years ago Best nursery in town,very professional staff,great development of all children’s. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2bDZ2OTFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b14ed2dd0bbd:0xba582984032ef547) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKqG_fetHFkG2cXMJ-EljRbXPpYKWmm5o0UZwhISKqFSEgepg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Austin 2 months ago My daughter has been attending rainbows for 2 years, she is in her second year at rainbows. She’s due to leave in July, my little girl has thrived since being here, she’s happy, content, she always comes out with such positive comments about her teachers, peers, her school day! I’m sad that she has to leave! We have loved every milestone at rainbows. The best pre school in this area by far! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21NNGNUWm5XSEJHZGxwVVRISmpVSHBzTjFoVWQwRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b14ed2dd0bbd:0xba582984032ef547) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLKRWKft53n-pUJvYY_lI8VHZSIMS3O9C5Wj-4zlQ4eTHcdyQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Armpina Tsompo 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtc2NqTEpREAE!2m1!1s0x47d8b14ed2dd0bbd:0xba582984032ef547) Reviews from Google for Rainbows Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13427527935970964807&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2021 - July 2022 Good - June 2022 Good - January 2022 Inadequate - December 2021 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Rainbows Preschool ### Is Rainbows Preschool a private nursery? ### Open hours at Rainbows Preschool? ### What is Rainbows Preschool working on improving? ### How does Rainbows Preschool support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths of Rainbows Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in South Ockendon Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Rainbows Preschool. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Headstart Nursery 2 T/A Future Stars Day Nursery Stifford Road, Aveley · RM15 4AA ](/nursery/headstart-nursery-2-t-a-future-stars-day-nursery-rm15-4aa-2850220) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Headstart Nursery South Ockendon · RM15 5LY ](/nursery/headstart-nursery-rm15-5ly-ey494201) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Explorers Aveley Aveley · RM15 4BY ](/nursery/explorers-aveley-rm15-4by-2598023) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Surestart - Where Kids Come First South Ockendon · RM15 5PA ](/nursery/surestart-where-kids-come-first-rm15-5pa-ey337731) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Headstart Day and Afterschool Care South Ockendon · RM15 5PA 3.7(7 reviews) ](/nursery/headstart-day-and-afterschool-care-ltd-rm15-5pa-ey271047) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Quince Tree Day Nursery South Ockendon · RM15 6NL 4.8(11 reviews) ](/nursery/quince-tree-day-nursery-ltd-rm15-6nl-ey339858) [See all nurseries in South Ockendon →](/search?q=South+Ockendon) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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