South Wingfield Pre-School Playgroup

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • The manager has a very positive approach and aims to make improvements and raise the quality of the provision.

She works effectively with staff and the local authority to evaluate their practice and implement effective action plans to help improve the outcomes for children. • Staff are well qualified and experienced. They know children very well and talk knowledgeably about their key children.

Staff interact positively with children and join in with them as they play. • Children who are moving on to the village school are prepared exceptionally well. They visit the school each week where they have their lunch and spend time in the playground.
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Parents comment that their children's move to school is a seamless, natural process. • Children develop a good understanding of their local community. They show pride and joy when asked to join in with community activities.

For example, they excitedly show off the scarecrows they have made for the village scarecrow competition. • Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They play confidently in the spacious garden each day, practising and refining their large physical skills.

For example, they learn to ride a bicycle and balance on scooters. It is not yet outstanding because: • Staff do not always use what they know about children well enough when planning adult-led activities. • Partnership working with other settings children attend is not yet fully secured to ensure children receive consistent support.

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