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Tots @ Franche

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
·Chestnut Grove, Kidderminster, DY11 5QB · Worcestershire
Number of places
15 places
Age range
0–2 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Tots @ Franche is an early years provision within Franche Community Primary School, located in Kidderminster. The primary school is a highly regarded institution in Worcestershire, known for its extensive facilities and dedicated specialist staff.

Tots @ Franche benefits from this environment, offering a nurturing space for young children. Parents are encouraged to actively participate in their child's educational journey and can arrange visits to experience the school day firsthand.

The school emphasises continuous learning, evident in its comprehensive curriculum and various learning initiatives. Prospective parents can find detailed admissions information through the Worcestershire County Council website, and the school also provides specific open day dates for upcoming academic years.

The overall ethos focuses on providing a supportive and enriching educational foundation.

What it's like

Children arrive at nursery happy, confident, and independent, leading their own play and making decisions about what they want to do. The environment encourages exploration and quick engagement with activities, fostering good behaviour. Staff have high expectations, leading to good progress in learning and development.

Part of a Primary SchoolExtensive FacilitiesSpecialist Staff

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30am until 5:30pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating

Last inspected 10 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

Children arrive at nursery happy, confident, and independent, leading their own play and making decisions about what they want to do. The environment encourages exploration and quick engagement with activities, fostering good behaviour. Staff have high expectations, leading to good progress in learning and development.

Inspector highlights

  • Children make good progress in their learning and development.
  • Leaders and managers are passionate and ambitious, continuously reflecting on their practice and supporting staff.
  • Children and young babies form strong attachments to staff through a detailed settling-in process.
  • Staff plan a wide range of activities based on children's interests.
  • Physical development is promoted through access to age-appropriate climbing equipment both inside and outside.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve the organisation of some elements of the daily routine to avoid excessive waiting times and increase learning and play time for children.
Inspection #10264218 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are extremely happy with the care their children receive.

They comment on how well their children settle and how staff support them in their role as parents.

They report that they can see the progress their children have made.

Parents like the detailed verbal feedback and how staff are always respectful towards them.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with parents and other professionals, holding regular group sessions where parents can listen to professionals from outside agencies and discuss concerns. Parents value these opportunities and feel it helps them to continue supporting their child's development at home.

Outdoor space

Children attend the on-site forest school every week, participating in mud painting, wildlife exploring, and popcorn making. They also access age-appropriate climbing equipment both inside and outside throughout the day, promoting physical development, coordination, strength, and fine motor skills.

Inspection history

Date: June 2017

  • March 2023Good
  • June 2017Good

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