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St Andrews Pre-School in Felixstowe

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·St. Andrews Church Hall, St. Andrews Road, FELIXSTOWE, IP11 7EB · Suffolk
Number of places
59 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2023
Local authority
Suffolk

About this day nursery

St Andrews Pre-School in FELIXSTOWE, IP11 7EB, registered in 2015, provides childcare on non-domestic premises for children aged two to four years. The pre-school operates during term-time only, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

With a capacity for 59 children and 51 currently on roll, the setting is supported by 11 childcare staff, eight of whom hold a Level 3 or above early years qualification. The latest Ofsted inspection on 18th January 2023 rated the overall effectiveness as "Good," a consistent achievement from its previous inspection on 24th May 2017.

The setting benefits from strong parent partnerships, with positive feedback regarding communication and involvement in children's development. Children confidently engage in meaningful play and develop trusting bonds with their key persons, always feeling listened to and valued.

What it's like

Children confidently leave their parents and are warmly welcomed by enthusiastic staff, quickly engaging in meaningful play and forming close bonds with their key person. They enjoy exploring resources, testing new ideas, and developing language and communication skills through various activities. Children demonstrate good behaviour, respect for the environment, and thrive on positive praise.

Confident childrenStrong parent partnershipsGood behaviour

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, during term time only. Sessions are from 8.30am until 3.30pm.

Term time / All Year

Term_time_only

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St Andrews Pre-School

Last inspected 18 January 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children confidently leave their parents and are warmly welcomed by enthusiastic staff, quickly engaging in meaningful play and forming close bonds with their key person. They enjoy exploring resources, testing new ideas, and developing language and communication skills through various activities. Children demonstrate good behaviour, respect for the environment, and thrive on positive praise.

Inspector highlights

  • Children confidently leave their parents and are warmly welcomed into the provision by enthusiastic staff.
  • Children enjoy exploring the resources and are confident to test out new ideas with the support of staff.
  • Children have good opportunities to develop their language and communication skills.
  • Throughout the provision, children demonstrate good behaviour.
  • Staff ensure that they know their key children well and create a curriculum specific to their needs.
  • Children's independence is supported well, learning self-care skills such as washing hands and good hygiene.
  • Parent partnerships are strong, with parents speaking positively about the provider and feeling well informed.
  • Children have regular opportunities to cook and learn about healthy eating, taking home recipe cards to continue the experience with parents.
  • The manager actively promotes staff development and well-being.
  • Staff are confident in recognising when a child may need extra support, working closely with parents and the SEND coordinator.
  • Children enjoy opportunities for outdoor play to develop their physical skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1Support staff to help children to recognise potential risks and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of safety measures.
Inspection #10265097 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff are confident in recognising when a child may need extra support. The key person works closely with the parents and the special educational needs coordinator to ensure that the child's needs are being met. Funding is spent directly on resources chosen to support the individual child's development.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy opportunities for outdoor play to develop their physical skills. They are also given regular opportunities to learn about their local environment through walks, observing surroundings and exploring differences such as freezing water and new blooms.

Parent Reviews of St Andrews Pre-School

5.0
(1)
Sophie Stollery
a year ago

Absolutely fabulous nurturing staff. Can't fault then whole setting!

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Inspection history

Date: May 2017

  • January 2023Good
  • May 2017Good

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