--- title: "(Closed) St Andrews Playgroup — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted" description: "This nursery has closed. St Andrews Playgroup, a nursery in Whitstable — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See opening hours and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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St Andrews Playgroup # St Andrews Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2024) · St Andrews Hall, Grimshill Road, Whitstable, CT5 4LH · Kent Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery St Andrews Playgroup in Whitstable, Kent, registered in 2007, provides outstanding childcare for children aged 2 to 4. The playgroup operates on non-domestic premises and is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where children thrive. With a community-focused approach, the playgroup ensures all children make excellent progress in their learning and development. The dedicated team, including the owner and five other qualified staff, are enthusiastic and know each child individually, supporting their interests and unique ways of learning. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to build upon previous learning, focusing on communication skills and personal, social, and emotional development. St Andrews Playgroup is open Monday to Thursday from 8:45 am to 2:35 pm during term time, providing funded early education for eligible two, three, and four-year-old children. What it's like Children thrive in this nurturing playgroup, making excellent progress in their learning and development. Staff are enthusiastic and know each individual child impeccably well, ensuring children settle with ease and engage in a range of exciting experiences. Children benefit from excellent support from staff who understand each child's interests and unique ways of learning. Children have high levels of well-being, and their behaviour is excellent, as staff empower them to make the right choices and act as superb role models. Nurturing environment Outstanding education Community approach Exceptional staff Individualised support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Thursday, from 8.45am until 2.35pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Andrews Playgroup Last inspected 5 February 2024 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children thrive in this nurturing playgroup, making excellent progress in their learning and development. Staff are enthusiastic and know each individual child impeccably well, ensuring children settle with ease and engage in a range of exciting experiences. Children benefit from excellent support from staff who understand each child's interests and unique ways of learning. Children have high levels of well-being, and their behaviour is excellent, as staff empower them to make the right choices and act as superb role models. Inspector highlights - All children make excellent progress in their learning and development. - Leaders and staff build a community approach that is inclusive to all. - The quality of teaching is superb, empowering children to use their skills to think, investigate and develop their curiosity and interests. - Children have high levels of well-being, and their behaviour is excellent. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well. - Staff ensure that children learn about life in modern Britain and the fundamental British values. - The whole staff team has developed remarkable relationships with parents and their extended families. - There is an excellent key-person system, which is established from the very beginning and supports the development of relationships. - Staff are extremely proud to be a part of this exceptional playgroup. - Staff and children embrace the celebrations of various cultures and religious events. Inspection #10323462 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240869) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Andrews Playgroup Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10323462 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240869)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358047) 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 St Andrews Hall, Grimshill Road, Whitstable, CT5 4LH [© 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#/1.02755/51.35036/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Whitstable - [Day nurseries in Whitstable](/search?q=Whitstable) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-andrews-playgroup-ct5-4lh-ey358047) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive excellent support. The passionate and knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator, who is also the manager, works closely with parents, carers, and other agencies to create individualised plans that are regularly reviewed. The staff ensure an inclusive environment and activities for all children. EAL / language support Staff are highly skilled in supporting children's communication and language, including for those who speak English as an additional language. They dedicate time to teaching key words in children's home languages to help them settle and support their well-being. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: May 2011 - February 2024 Outstanding - June 2018 Good - March 2015 Good - May 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about St Andrews Playgroup ### What type of nursery is St Andrews Playgroup? ### Which funded hours does St Andrews Playgroup accept? ### How does St Andrews Playgroup support children with SEND? ### What do parents value about St Andrews Playgroup? ### How is English as an additional language supported at St Andrews Playgroup? ## Nearby day nurseries in Whitstable Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Andrews Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Whitstable Day Nursery Whitstable · CT5 4LZ ](/nursery/whitstable-day-nursery-ct5-4lz-ey320142) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Whitstable Day Nursery Whitstable · CT5 4LZ ](/nursery/whitstable-day-nursery-kids-ct5-4lz-2496632) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Oyster Bay Nursery Whitstable · CT5 4LT ](/nursery/oyster-bay-nursery-ct5-4lt-ey554428) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Whitstabubbles Day Nursery Whitstable · CT5 1PX 5.0(60 reviews) ](/nursery/whitstabubbles-day-nursery-ct5-1px-ey551094) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Choochoos Day Nursery Whitstable · CT5 1QS 4.6(21 reviews) ](/nursery/choochoos-day-nursery-ct5-1qs-2630365) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Kindergarten Kids Whitstable · CT5 1HT ](/nursery/kindergarten-kids-ltd-ct5-1ht-ey313721) [See all nurseries in Whitstable →](/search?q=Whitstable) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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