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St. Alphege Pre-school/No. 1 Club

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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4.5(2 parent reviews) ·Oliver Bird Hall, Church Hill Road, Solihull, B91 3RQ · Solihull
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Solihull

About this day nursery

St Alphege Preschool & Kids Clubs, located in Solihull, B91 3RQ, endeavours to cultivate and stimulate children's inherent curiosity and passion for learning within a secure, inclusive, and captivating environment. The establishment is committed to fostering holistic development by offering engaging, play-based experiences that nurture social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.

Dedicated educators collaborate closely with families to establish a community where every child feels cherished, self-assured, and empowered to explore their surroundings. The aim is to build a robust groundwork for lifelong learning, promoting creativity, critical thinking, and a genuine appreciation for diversity and the world at large.

The curriculum focuses on key developmental areas including Literacy, Mathematics, Personal Social and Emotional Development, Understanding the World, Communication and Language, Physical Development, and Expressive Art and Design. Through these areas, children are encouraged to develop a love for reading and writing, foundational mathematical skills, social and emotional understanding, an awareness of their environment, confident communication, physical prowess, and imaginative expression.

Our ethos

Our mission is to nurture and inspire each child's natural curiosity and love for learning in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment. We are dedicated to fostering holistic development by providing rich, play-based experiences that support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels supported, valued and encouraged to grow. Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and welcoming environment where every individual feels respected and valued. Care is at the core of who we are and what we do. We are committed to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and understood.

What it's like

Children have the time and space that they need to fully explore, discover and test their ideas. They feel secure and comfortable, and confidently move around deciding what to do. The appealing outdoor environment further motivates children to discover.

Play-based learningHolistic developmentCommunity-focusedInclusive environment

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 9.10am to 12.10pm for pre-school sessions. Out-of-school provision is open from 7.45am to 8.30am, and from 3.30pm to 6pm. Wraparound care for children attending the local school nursery is from 11.30am to 6pm.

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St. Alphege Pre-school/No. 1 Club

Last inspected 2 March 2023 · Parm Sansoyer

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 have the time and space that they need to fully explore, discover and test their ideas. They feel secure and comfortable, and confidently move around deciding what to do. The appealing outdoor environment further motivates children to discover.

Inspector highlights

  • The leadership team has effectively addressed the actions and recommendations raised at the last inspection.
  • The educational programmes and environment are shaped with children's needs in mind and to prepare them for the local school nursery.
  • The settling process for children who are new is tailored to each child's individual needs.
  • Staff help children to learn about their similarities and differences.
  • The manager has developed a strong culture of reflective practice.
  • Promoting children's emotional well-being is a clear priority.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide increased opportunities for children who are bilingual or speak English as an additional language to use their home language to further support their learning, and help all children to value other languages
  • 2build further on staff professional development opportunities, particularly for new staff, to help to sustain and build on the good quality of teaching achieved.
Inspection #10244018 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

"parents say that their children make good progress, and are impressed by how well staff know their children and meet their care and medical needs"

"They value the detailed information that they receive about their children's day and development."

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work closely with parents to pinpoint children's starting points, and quickly identify any children who may benefit from additional support. They make swift referrals to other agencies and professionals to ensure that children receive the support that they need to help them to progress.

Outdoor space

Outdoors, children ask for the umbrellas and walk along the stepping stones. The appealing outdoor environment further motivates children to discover. For example, children are eager to find insects, and learn how to be caring and kind. Others work together to roll large tyres and consider concepts such as size and weight.

Parent Reviews of St. Alphege Pre-school/No. 1 Club

4.5
(2)
Callum Dwyer
11 months ago

My son goes and he's in year 2 and he loves it

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Inspection history

Date: September 2004

  • April 2023Good
  • March 2023Good
  • June 2022Requires improvement
  • May 2022Requires improvement
  • July 2015Outstanding
  • June 2015Outstanding
  • January 2010Outstanding
  • December 2009Outstanding
  • May 2007Good
  • May 2007Outstanding
  • September 2004Good

Frequently asked about St. Alphege Pre-school/No. 1 Club

About the setting

St. Alphege Pre-school/No. 1 Club registered in 1968. The setting opens from Monday to Friday during term time. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The setting employs eight members of childcare staff, with qualifications ranging from level 2 to level 6, and one unqualified member.

URN
250123
Registered person
St Alphege Pre-School Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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