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Upton St Leonards Playgroup

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·10 Bondend Road, Upton St.Leonards, Gloucester, GL4 8AG · Gloucestershire
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Gloucestershire

About this day nursery

Upton St Leonards Playgroup & Pre-School is a charity-run organisation located in a village hall in Upton St Leonards, Gloucester. The playgroup caters to children from two years old, offering a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports their development through hands-on, experiential learning.

They have tailored programmes to meet modern educational standards, divided into a Playgroup for children aged two and above and a Preschool for those aged three and above, preparing them for primary school. The village hall location features bright, spacious, and centrally heated rooms, including child-friendly toilets, a kitchen for cooking activities, and a performance stage.

Outdoor facilities include a newly refurbished fenced play area with a forest school, digging area, courtyard, secure field, trim trail, and muddy play area, which allows for additional developmental programmes. The playgroup also takes advantage of local amenities with trips to St Augustine's Farm Park, Over Farm, and local allotments.

They are committed to building on each child's strengths and interests to foster their emotional, social, and creative growth and are proud to be Ofsted rated 'Good' as of their latest inspection in 2023.

Our ethos

We believe that children thrive in an environment that values their own uniqueness, while providing support and opportunities to grow emotionally, socially and creatively. By building on each child’s strengths, interests and curiosities, we guide each child to explore the world around them as well as develop new abilities and form close relationships. Our mission consists of providing a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe. Our Playgroup offers various activities that are specifically designed to encourage each child’s growth. Through cooperative play and creative activities, kids reach their social, emotional and physical milestones naturally and with ease.

What it's like

Children have strong bonds with all staff, particularly their key person, which helps them feel safe and supports their emotional well-being. Staff tailor activities to support children's interests, such as a "baby station" for those with new siblings, and children are very engaged in their learning, making independent choices about their play.

Charity-runOutdoor play areaForest SchoolVillage settingOfsted Good

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, during school term time from 9.15am to 2.45pm

Age range

2 years and above

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1966

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Upton St Leonards Playgroup

Last inspected 7 February 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 have strong bonds with all staff, particularly their key person, which helps them feel safe and supports their emotional well-being. Staff tailor activities to support children's interests, such as a "baby station" for those with new siblings, and children are very engaged in their learning, making independent choices about their play.

Inspector highlights

  • Children have strong bonds with all staff, particularly their key person.
  • Children are very engaged in their learning and make independent choices about their play.
  • Children are encouraged to take risks within a safe environment, while gaining confidence in their abilities.
  • The children participate in walks around the village to explore the wider community.
  • Older children are well prepared for school as they have developed independence in taking care of some of their needs.
  • Staff provide good support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Children are gaining an understanding of the concept of time through well-planned routines and visual timetables.
  • Children's communication and language is developed well through circle times.
  • Children have high levels of engagement as they participate in activities, following their own ideas using creative resources.
  • Staff and parents work together to build positive, trusting partnerships.
  • The manager works closely with staff to evaluate their practice and support their professional progress.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance interactions with children to help them to explain their own thoughts and ideas and develop their imagination even further, particularly during creative activities
  • 2share information more frequently with parents about children's development and implement strategies to extend children's learning at home.
Inspection #10263258 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents explain that their children are developing well and have detected more language being used at home.

some parents feel there is a lack of communication from staff about their child's development or how to continue learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff provide good support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Their key person understands their needs well and implements targets to ensure they have inclusive opportunities to learn and develop. Leaders and staff work closely with families and other professionals to ensure all children are progressing well.

Outdoor space

Children are encouraged to take risks within a safe environment, while gaining confidence in their abilities. For example, children construct with wood and tyres in the garden. They balance along the planks and jump off the end, with adult support.

Parent Reviews of Upton St Leonards Playgroup

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history

Date: June 2007

  • March 2023Good
  • February 2023Good
  • May 2017Good
  • April 2017Good
  • February 2015Good
  • January 2015Good
  • March 2014Requires improvement
  • February 2014Requires improvement
  • July 2010Good
  • June 2010Good
  • June 2007Requires improvement

Frequently asked about Upton St Leonards Playgroup

About the setting

Upton St Leonards Playgroup started in 1966 and registered with Ofsted in 2001. The playgroup operates from Upton St Leonards village hall, Gloucestershire. The playgroup is open Monday to Friday, during school term time from 9.15am to 2.45pm. It employs 10 staff, eight of whom hold relevant level 3 qualifications and two staff hold level 2 qualifications.

URN
101748
Registered person
Upton St Leonards Playgroup Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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