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The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool # The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · The Playbox Nursery, St. Johns Methodist Church, SUDBURY, CO10 1ND · Suffolk Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Suffolk About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool, offers a nurturing and stimulating setting designed to foster the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children aged 2 to 5 years. The preschool is committed to creating a safe and engaging environment where youngsters can explore and grow, nurturing their independence. A key aspect of their approach is maintaining a high ratio of adults to children, ensuring individualised attention and robust support for each child. This dedicated team facilitates not only learning but also opportunities for children to build friendships and positive relationships with both peers and adults. The Playbox emphasises play-based learning and imaginative activities, encouraging children to discover new ideas and talents. The diverse staff brings a wealth of experience and qualifications, including specialists in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SENDCO), to cater to a range of developmental needs and ensure all children reach their full potential within a caring community. Our ethos The Playbox emphasises play-based learning and imaginative activities, encouraging children to discover new ideas and talents. They are committed to fostering the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children by providing a safe and engaging environment with a high ratio of adults to children to ensure individualised attention and support. What it's like Children arrive at the nursery excited to join in with a planned activities week. They develop strong bonds with their key person and demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure. Children are enthusiastic learners who readily lead their own play and settle quickly into their chosen activities. High adult-to-child ratio Focus on holistic development Play-based learning ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://playboxsudbury.co.uk/contact-us/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Thursday, sessions from 8.30am to 11.30am and from midday until 3pm, with a lunch club between sessions. Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1995 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10237146 Lead inspector Shelly McDougall Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191693)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/251691) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-playbox-st-johns-methodist-church-preschool-co10-1nd-251691) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool Last inspected 13 July 2022 · Shelly McDougall 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 arrive at the nursery excited to join in with a planned activities week. They develop strong bonds with their key person and demonstrate that they feel emotionally secure. Children are enthusiastic learners who readily lead their own play and settle quickly into their chosen activities. Inspector highlights - The management team and committee have worked hard to address previous actions, with clear roles and responsibilities now in place. - Staff have researched wider safeguarding issues like witchcraft and county lines, deepening their knowledge on protecting children. - Children have many opportunities to practise hand control with various tools, and staff foster their physical skills and risk-taking. - Staff are particularly skilled at using songs and music to support children's communication, language, and understanding of rhythm. - Leaders and staff have high expectations, planning meaningful activities based on children's interests to keep them motivated. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to make the most of teachable moments to help children learn to use equipment correctly - 2 strengthen staff practice to develop their questioning techniques to further extend children's thinking skills and allow them time to respond. Inspection #10237146 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50191693) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: April 2004 - August 2022 Good - July 2022 Good - April 2022 Inadequate - March 2022 Inadequate - March 2016 Outstanding - March 2016 Outstanding - January 2010 Outstanding - December 2009 Outstanding - November 2006 Outstanding - April 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool ### From what age does The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool accept children? ### What outdoor space does The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool use? ### What is The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool working on improving? ### Is The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in SUDBURY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Playbox, St Johns Methodist Church Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Springfields Pre-School Sudbury · CO10 1NL ](/nursery/springfields-pre-school-ltd-co10-1nl-ey456088) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Sunshine Nursery School Sudbury · CO10 2GG 3.8(5 reviews) ](/nursery/sunshine-nursery-school-co10-2gg-ey405248) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Woodpeckers Nursery Sudbury · CO10 1XT 4.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/woodpeckers-nursery-co10-1xt-251810) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Springfields Day Nursery Sudbury · CO10 0NH ](/nursery/springfields-day-nursery-co10-0nh-ey538426) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.8 mi ### Cavendish Pre-school Sudbury · CO10 8AD ](/nursery/cavendish-pre-school-co10-8ad-251441) [See all nurseries in SUDBURY →](/search?q=SUDBURY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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