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Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·Woodchurch C of E Primary School, Woodchurch, ASHFORD, TN26 3QJ · Kent
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Woodchurch Windmills Pre-School offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2 and above within the Woodchurch community. Situated with strong ties to Woodchurch C of E Primary School and All Saints Church, the pre-school provides a fully accessible setting that prioritises safety, security, and well-being.

Their child-centred approach encourages individuality, creativity, and confidence through play-based learning. Qualified practitioners guide children with gentle support, fostering a love for learning through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and resources.

The pre-school focuses on both physical and emotional development, offering opportunities for fresh air, exercise, rest, and exploration. Children learn at their own pace, developing essential skills through tailored activities, from creative play to early maths and literacy games.

The continuous partnership with the primary school ensures a smooth transition for children entering full-time education, making Woodchurch Windmills a special place for young learners to thrive.

Our ethos

We follow a child-centred approach, encouraging children to express their individuality, develop their creativity, and grow in confidence. Our qualified practitioners provide gentle guidance and support, ensuring each child feels valued and secure. Children are free to relax, play, and explore in a warm and caring atmosphere. Our staff inspire curiosity and a love of learning, offering a wide range of high-quality toys, resources, and activities both indoors and outdoors.

What it's like

Children arrive happy and excited, ready to choose from a variety of activities. They enjoy carpet-time sessions with songs, rhymes, and sign language, and use story time to develop reading skills and discuss important topics. Children behave very well, are engaged in play, and demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning, supported by staff.

Child-centred ApproachCommunity LinksPlay-based LearningNurturing Environment

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Age range

2+

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club

Last inspected 30 March 2023 · Jade Mellin

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 arrive happy and excited, ready to choose from a variety of activities. They enjoy carpet-time sessions with songs, rhymes, and sign language, and use story time to develop reading skills and discuss important topics. Children behave very well, are engaged in play, and demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning, supported by staff.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy, excited and ready to start their day.
  • Staff make good use of the outdoor area to promote children's learning and physical development.
  • Staff identify children who need support with speech and language and seek support from other professionals.
  • Committee members are very supportive of the pre-school and have an excellent relationship with staff.
  • Children enjoy using the different areas in the pre-school and use excellent imagination.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen opportunities for children to learn about the lives and backgrounds of people that are different to their own to enhance their understanding and appreciation of diversity
  • 2support staff to make better use of opportunities that arise to promote children's understanding of mathematics.
Inspection #10279803 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

My child has really gained confidence since she started, coming on with her speech and social skills

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff identify children who need support with speech and language. They understand the importance of early intervention and seek support from other professionals. Staff speak slowly and carefully to ensure children understand instructions and can practise words.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy games in the outdoor area, such as 'What's the time Mr Wolf?' and 'Hide and Seek', led by the staff. Staff make good use of the outdoor area to promote children's learning and physical development, with opportunities for climbing, swinging, riding bicycles, and practicing writing and drawing on a large chalkboard.

Parent Reviews of Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history

Date: July 2011

  • March 2023Good
  • September 2017Good
  • May 2015Good
  • July 2011Good

Frequently asked about Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club

About the setting

Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club registered in 2010. It operates from a mobile classroom in the grounds of Woodchurch CE Primary School, in Woodchurch, Kent. The pre-school opens each weekday from 8.30am to 3pm, during term time only. The pre-school employs seven staff, all of whom hold a relevant early years qualification. The pre-school receives funding for free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

URN
EY420400
Registered person
Woodchurch Windmills & Fun Club
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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