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The Railway Children in Ilkley

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
·Menston Railway Station, Station Road, Ilkley, LS29 6JH · Bradford
Number of places
51 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Bradford

About this day nursery

15pm, Monday to Friday. Outdoor learning is highly valued, with children regularly exploring the local community, jumping in puddles, and engaging with their natural surroundings.

These activities support the development of large-muscle skills. Older children enjoy den making, where they learn to tie knots and secure pegs.

Inspectors observed that children experience awe and wonder, with staff encouraging imaginative play, such as covering children's legs and feet in sand and tickling their toes. Mathematical language is seamlessly integrated into daily activities, with staff using a rich vocabulary to extend children's understanding.

The setting offers many opportunities to broaden children's knowledge of their local community through visits to various establishments and schools. Regular support and supervision for staff contribute to positive outcomes for children and high staff morale.

What it's like

Being outdoors is of high importance at this setting, and children explore their local community, getting muddy and wet. Staff and children enjoy jumping in puddles, exploring their natural world. Children experience awe and wonder as staff cover their legs and feet in sand and tickle their toes.

Outdoor learningImaginative playMathematical languageCommunity engagementStaff support

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6.15pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Railway Children

Last inspected 31 March 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Being outdoors is of high importance at this setting, and children explore their local community, getting muddy and wet. Staff and children enjoy jumping in puddles, exploring their natural world. Children experience awe and wonder as staff cover their legs and feet in sand and tickle their toes.

Inspector highlights

  • Being outdoors is of high importance, with children exploring their local community and engaging in physical play.
  • Children experience awe and wonder, enjoying imaginative play and role-play activities.
  • Mathematical language is integrated throughout the setting, with staff using vocabulary to challenge children.
  • Staff provide regular support and supervision, promoting positive outcomes for children and high morale.
  • Rich opportunities broaden children's knowledge of their local community, with visits to local establishments and schools.

Areas to develop

  • 1further develop the quality of staff interactions with younger children to ensure that learning experiences are enjoyable, challenging and purposeful and enhance their learning even further.
Inspection #10280364 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Being outdoors is of high importance at this setting, and children explore their local community, getting muddy and wet. Staff and children enjoy jumping in puddles, exploring their natural world; these experiences allow children to develop their large-muscle skills. Older children experience den making, learning to tie different knots and secure pegs.

Inspection history

Date: September 2017

  • March 2023Good
  • September 2017Good

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