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Torpoint Bandhut Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2023)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·Torpoint Bandhut Pre-School, Antony Road, Torpoint, PL11 2JR · Cornwall
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2023
Local authority
Cornwall

About this day nursery

Torpoint Bandhut Pre-School, situated in the heart of Torpoint, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. The pre-school has proudly achieved a "GOOD" rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality early childhood education.

Catering to children aged between two and four years old, the pre-school supports their developmental journey during these crucial formative years. Families can benefit from funded places for both two and three-year-olds, making quality childcare more accessible.

The pre-school is an integral part of the Torpoint community, contributing positively to local families by providing a safe and engaging space for children to learn and grow, fostering a strong foundation for their future academic and social development.

What it's like

Children enter with enthusiasm and confidently wave goodbye to their parents, engaging in activities with friendly staff. The pre-school focuses on children becoming lifelong learners in a safe and secure environment. Staff effectively implement a curriculum that supports children's progress from their starting points, with a particular focus on communication and language skills.

Ofsted Good rating2-4 years oldFunded places available

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8am to 4.15pm

Age range

2-4 years old

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Torpoint Bandhut Pre-School

Last inspected 8 November 2023

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 enter with enthusiasm and confidently wave goodbye to their parents, engaging in activities with friendly staff. The pre-school focuses on children becoming lifelong learners in a safe and secure environment. Staff effectively implement a curriculum that supports children's progress from their starting points, with a particular focus on communication and language skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Children enter with enthusiasm and engage with staff in activities of their choosing.
  • Staff use effective strategies to help children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to communicate.
  • Children have a good understanding of the pre-school rules and play cooperatively.
  • Partnership with parents is effective, with staff keeping parents informed and providing activity packs and storybooks for home.
  • Children are confident and independent learners, managing personal needs and finding belongings with ease.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to plan and implement the curriculum further during whole-group sessions to build on children's existing knowledge and skills to extend their next steps in learning
  • 2adapt activities to meet the individual ages and stages of children's development to enhance and challenge their thinking skills further.
Inspection #10308278 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use effective strategies to help children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to communicate. For instance, they encourage children to use a 'choice board' where children can point to pictures and use single words to express what they would like, such as at snack time.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy outdoor play. Staff support children to make large circular movements in the air using coloured scarves to support their physical skills. Children enjoy throwing and catching these, promoting their hand-eye coordination.

Parent Reviews of Torpoint Bandhut Pre-School

5.0
(3)
Cornish Donkey
3 years ago

Torpoint bandhut preschool is an amazing place for any child to.go. The staff are polite and professional but most of all the safey of every child is there first priority. All staff attend training courses including safeguarding and Makaton training. I use to work here in 2012 and the manager is amazing beyond words because she help me and my daughter. Thank you Joanne for your help.and support and I miss you so much ❤️

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Caitlin Holland (Alex)
3 years ago

This band hut pre-school is a very nice environment. They train their staff correctly and put the children’s needs first. They have a lovely open area and staff have always got a smile on their face welcoming every child in their pre school. They accept children from all background and support any requirements they might need

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Inspection history

Date: May 2009

  • November 2023Good
  • March 2018Good
  • April 2014Good
  • May 2009Good

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