What is Weavering Pre-School's Ofsted rating?

Weavering Pre-School received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted during their last inspection on 5th December 2022. This rating indicates that the pre-school provides a good standard of care and education for children.

Where can I find information about fees for Weavering Pre-School?

Information regarding fees for Weavering Pre-School is available upon request. You can contact them directly via their website, phone, or email to discuss pricing and any available funding options.

What age range does Weavering Pre-School cater for?

Weavering Pre-School welcomes children aged between 2 and 4 years old. They focus on providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for pre-school aged children in the local Maidstone community.

Does Weavering Pre-School support children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities?

Yes, Weavering Pre-School is committed to supporting all children, including those with SEND. Staff dedicate time to understanding each child's unique requirements, monitoring their development, and tailoring activities to ensure consistent progress in their learning.

What kind of outdoor play experiences does Weavering Pre-School offer?

Weavering Pre-School includes outdoor play as part of the daily routine. Children can enjoy using a mud kitchen to mix ingredients and engage in activities like running, jumping, and climbing on a large climbing frame, which helps develop their physical skills and resilience.

What is Weavering Pre-School's approach to working with parents?

Weavering Pre-School has a 'strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and carers' to deliver high-quality care and play-based learning. Parents often comment on the good progress their children make and the excellent care they receive at the pre-school.

Does Weavering Pre-School provide a focus on early mathematical development?

Yes, a highlight from their Ofsted report notes that 'Children's development of early mathematical skills is well supported' at Weavering Pre-School. This indicates a focus on foundational maths learning within their curriculum.

How can I get in touch with Weavering Pre-School or arrange a visit?

Weavering Pre-School encourages families to contact them with any inquiries or to arrange visits. You can reach them by phone at 01622 631274, or through their official website provided as http://www.weaveringpreschool.com/.

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Weavering Pre-School

Ofsted: Good

(Dec 2022)

·The Village hall, Weavering Street, Maidstone, ME14 5JP · Kent

Number of places

60 places

Age range

2–4 yrs

Last inspected

Dec 2022

Local authority

Kent

About this day nursery

Weavering Pre-school, located in Maidstone, Kent, is dedicated to fostering an environment where children's knowledge is nurtured and curiosity blossoms. The pre-school operates with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents and carers, aiming to deliver high-quality care and play-based learning experiences.

Their approach is centred on providing a safe and stimulating setting for all pre-school aged children within the local community. Weavering Pre-school emphasises early years education, offering essential information on their ethos, staff, and various funding options to prospective and current parents.

They encourage parents to explore their 'About Us' section, which elaborates on their foundations and operational principles. The pre-school also provides a dedicated 'Gallery' and 'Testimonial' section, offering insights into the daily life and positive experiences at the setting.

They maintain clear communication channels through 'News & Events' and 'Term Dates' pages, ensuring parents are always informed. The pre-school has a comprehensive welcome pack that outlines the application process and provides important details regarding lunch sessions and food regulations.

They invite families to contact them via their website, phone, or email to arrange visits and address any inquiries, demonstrating their open-door policy and commitment to community engagement.

Our ethos

Our aim is to work in partnership with parents/carers to provide quality care and play based learning in a safe and stimulating environment for all pre-school children living in the local community.

What it's like

Children are happy to attend the pre-school, settling quickly and exploring activities set by welcoming staff. They demonstrate feeling safe and secure. Children behave well, showing respect and kindness to peers and adults, and play cooperatively.

Play-based learningCommunity-focusedParent partnershipStimulating environment

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday: 09:30am - 13:30pm; Tuesday: 09:30am - 14:30pm; Wednesday: 09:30am - 12:30pm; Thursday: 09:30am - 14:30pm; Friday: 09:30am - 14:30pm

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Weavering Pre-School

Inspection date: Dec 2022
Inspection no.: 10263055
Lead inspector: Oshra Murphy

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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The Village hall, Weavering Street, Maidstone, ME14 5JP

Opening hours

Monday: 09:30am - 13:30pm; Tuesday: 09:30am - 14:30pm; Wednesday: 09:30am - 12:30pm; Thursday: 09:30am - 14:30pm; Friday: 09:30am - 14:30pm

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Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Weavering Pre-School

Last inspected 5 December 2022 · Oshra Murphy

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

Inspector highlights

Children's development of early mathematical skills is well supported.
Children learn how to be kind to living things and care for pre-school pets.
All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are making consistently good progress.
Children's physical development is supported well through activities like using tongs and engaging in outdoor play.
Partnership with parents is a strength, with parents praising the progress and care their children receive.

Areas to develop

1support staff to improve their interaction and questioning skills, to further challenge and extend children's learning and development.

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What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment about the good progress their children make in their learning and development.

They are very happy about the care their children receive in the pre-school.

Parents describe the staff as 'amazing'.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff take time to get to know each child and their unique needs. They complete regular assessments and monitor children's development and learning to plan activities that engage, motivate and support their next steps. Consequently, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are making consistently good progress in their learning.

Outdoor space

Outdoor play experiences are part of the daily routine for all children. Children use spoons and bowls to mix ingredients for their cakes in the mud kitchen and show delight as they run, jump and climb on the big climbing frame, developing large-muscle skills and resilience.

Inspection history

Date: March 2005

January 2023Good
December 2022Good
May 2017Outstanding
April 2017Outstanding
May 2015Good
April 2015Good
July 2011Good
June 2011Outstanding
November 2007Good
March 2005Good

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About the setting

Weavering Pre-School is managed by a committee and registered in 1971. It is located in the village hall in Weavering, Kent, and operates during term time only. The provider receives funding for free early education for children aged two, three, and four years, and employs 10 members of staff, ranging from unqualified to qualified teacher status.

URN: 127756
Registered person: Weavering Preschool Committee
Day care type: Full day care
Register: Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type: Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating: Outstanding

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How they support every child

Frequently asked about Weavering Pre-School

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