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TimTin Playgroup and Kids Club

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2024)
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4.5(2 Google reviews) ·Linwood Road, Martin, LINCOLN, LN4 3RA · Lincolnshire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
1–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2024
Local authority
Lincolnshire

About this early years setting

TimTin Playgroup and Kids Club is dedicated to fostering a learning environment where children can thrive through play. Situated behind Mrs Mary Kings C of E Primary School, the nursery operates from a modern, purpose-built facility featuring a secure outdoor area.

The approach emphasises allowing children to explore their individual interests and learn in ways that best suit their personal styles. The setting also incorporates themed adult-led activities to broaden children's learning and experiences.

A notable aspect of TimTin is its mixed-age grouping, which promotes positive interactions as older children support and motivate younger ones, who in turn are inspired by their peers. The facility is designed to be accessible, with ramps, wide doorways, low-level sinks, and disabled toileting facilities.

The staff are trained to cater to individual needs, collaborating with parents to ensure each child's specific care and educational requirements are met. The nursery also offers breakfast, after-school, and holiday clubs, providing comprehensive childcare solutions for families.

Our ethos

The nursery's approach is centred on fostering a learning environment where children thrive through play, exploring individual interests and learning styles. They incorporate themed adult-led activities to broaden experiences and utilise mixed-age groupings to encourage positive peer interactions.

What it's like

As children arrive, they are greeted by warm and enthusiastic staff, helping them to feel secure and develop independence. Children receive praise from staff for good behaviour, working together to tidy toys and showing good manners. Staff support children's emotional well-being and physical development through activities like strengthening exercises for babies and daily outdoor exploration.

Learning through playMixed-age groupsAccessible environmentBreakfast, Afterschool & Holiday Clubs

Pricing & funding

Charges are structured by age bands for under 2s and children aged 2-4 years. Parents can choose between standard 3-hour sessions and full-day care. Additional wraparound options include early starts, lunch periods, breakfast, afterschool, and holiday clubs.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Good to know

  • Fees updated as of April 1st, 2024.
  • Early Years Entitlement (EYE) funded hours are free for 3-hour and 6-hour sessions.
  • A persistent lateness fee is charged for delayed collections.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, 7.30am until 6pm. Out-of-school club operates from 8am until 9am, and from 3.30pm until 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time, and from 8am until 6pm, during school holidays.

Age range

6 months - 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for TimTin Playgroup and Kids Club

Last inspected 13 March 2024 · Emma Curry

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

As children arrive, they are greeted by warm and enthusiastic staff, helping them to feel secure and develop independence. Children receive praise from staff for good behaviour, working together to tidy toys and showing good manners. Staff support children's emotional well-being and physical development through activities like strengthening exercises for babies and daily outdoor exploration.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager and staff understand what they want children to learn and use parent information to plan activities.
  • Staff provide a range of activities that capture children's interests, supporting their learning about nature and the world.
  • Staff support children's communication and language skills well, introducing new vocabulary and encouraging practice.
  • Staff promote children's independence, teaching handwashing routines and perseverance in putting on wellington boots.
  • The manager supports the staff team well with regular meetings, training, and opportunities for development.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen staff skills in encouraging children to follow instructions, engage in activities and maintain attention during group activities
  • 2develop the planning and provision of activities for younger children to help them build on their learning
Inspection #10307877 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff provide children daily opportunities to explore the outdoors, regardless of the weather. Children chase each other as they safely run in the open field, and staff help them understand the benefits of exercise.

Google Reviews of TimTin Playgroup and Kids Club

4.5
(2 Google reviews)

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Inspection history

Ofsted records show this provider has closed and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display.

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