Overview
We have provided good quality sessional childcare for the children of Sutton Bonington and surrounding areas as a community charity provision for the last 55 years. We are based within the grounds of St Michael's church in the charming old school rooms. We have recently been inspected by Ofsted (March 2023) and received a good rating in all areas. All our staff are fully qualified who keep up to date with regular training opportunities. The group go out on regular outings, exploring their environment, and visiting places of interest such as the Local Spinney, library, train walks and farm visits.
We provide high quality care and inspirational play in a stimulating environment for children aged 2 - 5. We run morning and afternoon sessions. We particularly believe in the importance of outdoor play and have our own dedicated playground as well as running forest school activities at playgroup and in the nearby spinney.
All of our staff are at least qualified at Level 3 with vast experience in childcare; including an Early Childhood Studies degree, a qualified teacher who is a specialist in Art and Design and two level 3 trained staff in the Early Years SENCO award. All staff are very experienced and provide a nurturing and enriching environment for the children.
Times and availability
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Time | Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 8.30am (Morning Session) | 11:30am |
| Monday to Friday | 12:15pm (Afternoon Session) | 3.15pm |
| Monday to Friday | 11:30am (Lunch Club) | 12:15pm |
| Monday to Friday | 3:15pm (After School) | 4:15pm |
Mon � Fri: 8.30am -11.30am and 12.15pm � 3.15pm
Lunch Club: 11.30am � 12.15pm
After school session � 3.15pm-4.15pm
Contact
Address
Childcare
Funded places
- Tax-free childcare
- 30 hours childcare for 9 months to 4 years
- 15 hours childcare for 3 and 4 year olds
- Early Learning for 2 year olds
Places
- Number of places: 34
Schools
Costs
| Description | Cost type | Unit price | Cost unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9am -12pm | Morning Session | £24.30 | |
| Per Session | £8.10 | ||
| Lunch Club | Per Session | £6.00 | |
| Afternoon Session | £24.30 |
We are registered for the govenment funding childcare scheme and we accept childcare vouchers.
Inclusion
Supporting
- Physical disability
- Deaf/Hearing Impairment
- Speech, language and difficulties
Dietary needs
We ensure snacks cater for children with allergies or any cultural preferences. Our staff are all allergy trained.
Special needs (children)
We have two member sof our staff that are qualified to a level 3 SENDCo. We attend regular SEND networks and additional training.
Wheelchair access
Local Offer
Our Policy
We support children with special educational needs and disabilities by providing an environment in which all children are supported to reach their full potential.
- We comply with the Statutory Frameworks for the EYFS and Equality Act 2010
- We have high regard for the SEND code of practice 2014
- We support parents and children with special educational needs and disabilities and work in partnership with other agencies to meet individual needs
- We review our policy, practice and provision and if necessary make adjustments
- We have a designated special needs co coordinator who is our playgroup practitioner Natalie Howard
Supporting children with a SEND
- Our staff have a wealth of experience in working with children who present with ASD, challenging behaviour, English as a second language, special catering/dietary needs, and developmental delay.
- Our SENCO will work with all staff to ensure provision is relevant and appropriate
- We work closely with parents to ensure the best provision is made and have an open door policy if parents want to discuss concerns
- Our SENCO has completed SENCO training and attends termly network meetings to keep up to date
- We ensure parents are informed at all stages of assessment, planning and provision
Accessibility to and of the environment
- We can offer ramp access to the building if necessary
- Resources are easily accessible to all children
- Our building currently presents some access issues but we would make changes and adaptations to our facilities where possible
- We work very closely with the local school to ensure a smooth transition for all children
Working with other professionals
We have contact with
- Area SENCO
- Early years advisory teacher
- Health visitor
- Speech and language therapists
- Children’s centre
There are many other professionals who we can contact to support specific individual needs, Ofsted reported that "staff work well with parents and professionals involved in children’s care to provide continuity of care and learning "
Additional information
- Each child has a key worker who is available for support and advice
- Our Manager Sarah Cowley and our SENCO Natalie Howard are available for guidance and support
- The child’s learning journey is available to view at any time and may be borrowed to take home
- We appreciate caring for a child with a SEN can be challenging and difficult but with our staff knowledge, training and experience we aim to provide excellent provision to meet the needs of each individual child and support to parents.
Ofsted
Sutton Bonington Pre School Playgroup Committee
- URN: 253433
- Registration date: 09-11-1968
Child Services Register
| Register | Start date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years Register | 01-09-2008 | Registered |
| Compulsory Childcare Register | 01-09-2008 | Registered |
| Voluntary Childcare Register | 01-09-2008 | Registered |