Sconce Hills Pre-School Playgroup

About this day nursery

Sconce Hills Pre-School Playgroup in Newark provides a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 4 years during term time. 30am until 3pm, the playgroup ensures children receive a good quality of education.

The staff know the children well, offering activities tailored to individual interests, such as playing with cars or engaging in imaginative role-play. Children confidently follow routines, like tidying up, and are consistently praised, which helps to foster their self-esteem.

The management team is proactive in supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), working closely with parents and making timely referrals to external professionals to ensure children receive the necessary support to progress. Children benefit from outdoor learning in the garden, where staff encourage physical development on apparatus and teach them about nature by planting seeds.

Staff also offer activities that develop fine motor skills, such as using dough, in preparation for early writing. The playgroup effectively uses additional funding to meet children's individual needs, including promoting healthy eating.

The setting also broadens children's experiences by inviting outside agencies, such as those bringing animals for children to learn about. Staff are committed to their professional development, including learning sign language to support children's communication skills.

The playgroup was rated Good by Ofsted at its latest inspection on 24/04/2025.

What it's like

Children receive a warm welcome from staff who know them well and provide activities tailored to their interests, such as playing with cars. Children confidently follow routines, like tidying up, and are praised for their efforts, promoting self-esteem.

Pricing & funding