Martlesham Preschool

Activities: Children show high levels of involvement in practical tasks, such as measuring, mixing and kneading ingredients to make play dough.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children, including those in receipt of additional funding, make good progress given their starting points and capabilities.

Communication: The views of children, parents and staff are valued. They are encouraged to share their suggestions to help identify future areas for improvement.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: The staff are very well supported by the management committee and playschool manager, and moral is good amongst the team.

Safeguarding Training: In a short time, the playschool manager has worked very hard to develop clear arrangements for the supervision and appraisal of staff.

Play and Learning Integration: Children delight in exploring the inviting spaces and high-quality toys. They confidently work together to develop their own games and imaginative ideas.

Transition to Primary School: Children who are due to move on to school have frequent opportunities to visit the school, and teachers are invited to meet the children at the playschool. This helps children to feel excited, confident and well prepared for the next stage in their learning.

Child Safety Management: The playschool manager and staff have an up-to-date understanding of how to recognise when a child may be at risk of harm, and they know the procedures to follow in the event of a concern.

Happiness and Settling: Staff meet with parents and gather detailed information about children's previous experiences, likes, dislikes and specific needs. They use this information effectively to help children to develop strong levels of emotional well-being.

Nutritional Menu: Staff encourage children to learn about the benefits of being active and eating healthy foods. For example, while children eat lunch, staff engage them in meaningful conversations about choosing healthy fillings for sandwiches.