Playtimes Playgroup

Activities: Staff plan a range of activities that support children's emerging interests and next steps in their learning and development.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children make good progress in their learning. They become fascinated and successfully name the colours as they change.

Communication: The manager and staff establish strong relationships with the children and their families. Parents comment very positively about the pre-school.

Community Building: Pre-school children are invited to have their lunch in the school dining area, which successfully enhances their social skills.

Programs and Resources: Detailed care plans are in place for children with known medical and dietary needs.

Staff Training: The manager is continuing to use supervision meetings and observations of staff practice to identify further development and training opportunities.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff provide a welcoming environment and a good range of accessible resources.

Safeguarding Training: Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are aware of the indicators of abuse and know what procedures to follow if they have concerns about a child's welfare.

Play and Learning Integration: Children develop their physical skills as they use tools to dig in the sand.

Transition to Primary School: Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and eventual move to school.

Child Safety Management: Children enthusiastically complete risk assessments of the outdoor area before going outside to play.

Children's Safety and Security: Staff provide pictorial prompts and encourage the children to record their observations. This supports children's understanding of how to stay safe.

Happiness and Settling: Children enjoy close relationships with the staff, who are caring and friendly. This supports children's emotional development effectively and gives them the confidence to explore and make new friends.

Nutritional Menu: Children learn about the importance of eating healthily as they enjoy nutritious meals and snacks.