Sadberge Pre-School

Ofsted rating for Sadberge Pre-School

Last inspected 4 March 2022

What it's like to attend

• Children happily enter the pre-school and excitedly participate in the activities on offer, showing confidence even when leaving parents.
• Children practise early literacy skills by identifying their names and writing independently, demonstrating excellent attitudes to learning.
• Toddlers confidently explore their environment, making independent choices, while older children consistently persevere in problem-solving tasks.
• Children demonstrate expert independence, competently managing self-care tasks like handwashing and dressing for outdoor play.
• Children's behaviour is exemplary, with a calm and peaceful atmosphere where they play cooperatively, share resources, and remember pre-school rules.
• The quality of teaching is good, with staff having a secure understanding of how young children learn, providing a wide range of purposeful activities.
• The pre-school offers a rich set of experiences, including visits to local places and interactions with community workers, promoting an understanding of the wider world.
• Children develop good physical skills, enjoying active play outdoors, such as jumping in puddles and climbing, alongside developing fine motor skills.
• The owner and manager have a clear vision, fostering high staff morale and continuous professional development, which benefits children's outcomes.
• Staff gather detailed information from parents, observe children's progress, and address learning gaps quickly, ensuring children have the best start in life.

• 1Review the implementation of large-group activities to ensure that all children are appropriately supported to develop their learning even further.