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Thorpe on the Hill Playgroup

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
·Thorpe on the Hill Playgroup, School Lane, Lincoln, LN6 9BN · Lincolnshire
Number of places
14 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Lincolnshire

About this day nursery

Thorpe on the Hill Playgroup operates from a dedicated portable building within the grounds of St Michael's CE Primary School. This small and friendly playgroup boasts a high staff-to-child ratio, typically offering three qualified childcare providers for a maximum of 14 children per session.

The playgroup prioritises a secure, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can collectively engage in learning and play. The approach encourages children to socialise, explore, and acquire new skills at their individual pace.

A diverse range of resources and activities are available, including messy play, construction, and outdoor exploration. The playgroup also takes advantage of its local surroundings, organising trips to the nearby park, nature reserve, and garden centre.

Having successfully served the village for over four decades, it benefits from its location overlooking open countryside.

What it's like

Children are encouraged by nurturing staff to become curious and explorative learners. They develop their thinking, alongside their friends, using knowledge that they have previously learned. They have fun using technology to help them to practise the skills they will need for growing up in today's modern world.

High staff ratioSmall and friendly environmentOutdoor activitiesTrips to local amenities

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged per three-hour session, with a full day counted as two sessions. Invoices are billed in advance on a half-termly basis, although flexible payment options like weekly terms can be arranged.

Good to know

  • Full days equate to two sessions.
  • Fees are payable in advance every half-term.
  • Alternative payment arrangements, such as weekly billing, can be accommodated upon request.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday and Friday: 8.50am-11.50am and 12pm-3pm; Full days: 9.00am-3.00pm; Breakfast club: from 8.30am

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Thorpe on the Hill Playgroup

Last inspected 1 July 2022 · Charlotte Whalley

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 are encouraged by nurturing staff to become curious and explorative learners. They develop their thinking, alongside their friends, using knowledge that they have previously learned. They have fun using technology to help them to practise the skills they will need for growing up in today's modern world.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager and management committee have addressed the areas of weakness that were found during the previous inspection.
  • Staff know what they want children of different ages to learn and have designed a relevant curriculum.
  • Staff give children the opportunity to develop their confidence through challenging play experiences.
  • Staff want children to develop their problem-solving skills and learn about science.
  • Staff schedule group activity times into the daily routine for children to listen to stories and sing songs.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to give clear and full explanations during activities so that they can deepen children's understanding
  • 2adapt the routines of the day to maximise children's involvement and engagement at group times.
Inspection #10221161 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the playgroup.

They explain that staff have supported their children to make progress in their development, for example around learning how to use the toilet independently.

Parents say that they feel well informed about what their children are doing and learning.

They comment that they like the newsletters that the manager sends.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children show respect for rules and in turn are learning how to keep themselves safe, for example, they approach the open door for fresh air but know not to move beyond the veranda without an adult. Children use their developing physical skills to climb on a climbing frame in the garden, and staff encourage them to think about how they can manage risks through their play.

Inspection history

Date: March 2004

  • August 2022Good
  • July 2022Good
  • February 2022Inadequate
  • January 2022Inadequate
  • April 2015Outstanding
  • March 2015Outstanding
  • March 2009Good
  • February 2009Good
  • January 2006Good
  • March 2004Good

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