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St David's Hill Playgroup

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Oct 2022)
·41b Bonhay Road, St David's, EXETER, EX4 4BP · Devon
Number of places
24 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2022
Local authority
Devon

About this day nursery

St David's Hill Playgroup is an outstanding early years setting in Exeter that registered in 2011. The playgroup, located at 41b Bonhay Road, EX4 4BP, provides a calm, welcoming, and enabling environment where children aged 0 to 4 are supported, motivated, and inspired as they play and learn.

The dedicated staff, led by a knowledgeable manager, ensure that the curriculum meets the needs of each child, offering a challenging range of activities that captivate children's interests and build on their existing knowledge. Children exhibit superb behaviour, showing politeness and consideration towards others, and thrive with clear expectations and excellent role models.

The playgroup nurtures strong links with parents and other professionals, ensuring consistent support and a smooth transition to subsequent stages of learning. Children confidently discuss changes and are well-prepared for their next educational steps.

The playgroup is open weekdays from 8am to 6pm during term-time, with a holiday club running from 9am to 4pm during school holidays. They receive funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three, and four years.

What it's like

Staff provide a calm, welcoming and enabling environment for children. They are always on hand to support, motivate and inspire children as they play and learn. The manager makes sure staff know and understand the curriculum. Staff plan to meet the needs of the children superbly. They provide a challenging range of activities, which captivate children's interests and build on what they already know. Children's behaviour is superb. Children are polite, considerate and friendly to others.

Outstanding educationSuperb behaviourRich experiencesStrong partnerships

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

open each weekday, from 8am until 6pm during term time, and a holiday club runs from 9am to 4pm during the school holidays

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Established

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for St David's Hill Playgroup

Last inspected 14 October 2022

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Staff provide a calm, welcoming and enabling environment for children. They are always on hand to support, motivate and inspire children as they play and learn. The manager makes sure staff know and understand the curriculum. Staff plan to meet the needs of the children superbly. They provide a challenging range of activities, which captivate children's interests and build on what they already know. Children's behaviour is superb. Children are polite, considerate and friendly to others.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff provide a calm, welcoming and enabling environment for children, supporting, motivating, and inspiring them as they play and learn.
  • The manager ensures staff understand the curriculum and plan a challenging range of activities that captivate children's interests.
  • Children demonstrate superb behaviour, politeness, and consideration, with staff acting as excellent role models.
  • Strong links with parents, other settings, and professionals ensure consistent support and prepare children for future learning stages.
  • Staff excel in fostering communication and language skills, using children’s home languages and engaging activities to build confidence.
  • The playgroup offers a rich array of experiences, planning activities and outings based on children's interests, celebrations, and world events.
  • Children understand daily routines and show exceptional care for others and their play environment, handling routine changes seamlessly.
  • Children engage in activities for extended periods, enjoying creative pursuits and developing resilience and pride in their achievements.
Inspection #10235488 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are becoming confident talkers.

Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022

Date: November 2012

  • October 2022Outstanding
  • December 2016Good
  • November 2012Good

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