Sparkles Pre-School in Croydon

Ofsted rating for Sparkles Pre-School

Last inspected 1 July 2022

What it's like to attend

• Children are happy and secure upon arrival and form strong bonds with staff.
• Children are well-behaved, play cooperatively, and make friends quickly.
• Children show good progress across all seven areas of learning, with a focus on social and language development.
• Children confidently express creativity and demonstrate understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Practitioners effectively identify next steps for children's learning and plan a balanced curriculum.
• Children's language and communication skills develop quickly, with practitioners introducing new vocabulary.
• Children are well-supported in managing emotions and expressing feelings, understanding sharing and turn-taking.
• Children participate enthusiastically in story time, developing a love of books and reading.
• Children’s health is promoted, explaining handwashing importance and enjoying healthy snacks.
• Parents are well-informed about their child's progress through online record-keeping software and social media.
• The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust vetting and recruitment procedures.
• Staff receive regular first-aid and safeguarding training, and understand how to identify and report risks.

• 1Strengthen partnerships with other settings to more accurately identify children's starting points and enhance individual planning.
• 2Enable children to move comfortably between all areas of the garden.
• 3Ensure the learning environment consistently inspires awe and wonder for all children.