Information for families in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

The Sparrow's Nest Preschool

We are a small family-run preschool that aims to provide a safe and caring learning environment for all children. We offer extra support for those learning English as an additional language and love to use the outdoor environment to enhance learning. We regularly visit Bournemouth Gardens which is in walking distance to the preschool and take trips to the local area. We can take children eligible for the 30 hours funding from 9:00am-3:00pm.
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Venue/Contact Details
Address
Church Hall
Church Hall
St Michael Church And All Angels Church
Bournemouth
Postcode
BH2 5QU
Directions
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Details
Childcare type
Pre-School Playgroup
Provision type
  • Childcare on Non-Domestic Premises
Overall limit on childcare numbers
27
Eligible to take 2, 3 & 4 year old entitlement
Yes
Facilities
  • Outdoor Play Area / Garden
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Car Parking
  • Quiet Area
  • Visits and Outings
Times and Costs
Opening times:
Monday 09:00-15:00, Tuesday 09:00-15:00, Wednesday 09:00-15:00, Thursday 09:00-15:00, Friday 09:00-15:00
Availability
  • School Term Time Only
Costs:
Contact provider directly for costs
Other Costs:
The Sessions are 3 hours the day rate is based on a 6 hour day. We include a �6 per 15 funded hour week and �12 per 30 funded hour week voluntary contribution from parents to cover consumables .
Ages, Booking Details and Referral Information
Ages:
From 2 years to 5 years
Vacancies and School Pick Ups / Drop Offs
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Vacancy information
We have limited availability for September 2023 start but vacancies do arise mid-year.
Number of vacancies
2
Quality
Ofsted URN
Last Inspection Judgement
Outstanding
Last Inspection Date
18/06/2021
Religious and Additional Needs Provision
Additional needs supported:
  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty
  • Speech, Language & Communication Needs
Languages spoken
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish
  • Swahili/Kiswahili
Religious / cultural provision:
Christian
SEND Local Offer SEND
Description:

How do you communicate with the parent / carer whose child has SEND?

Initial question about any concerns / additional needs/diagnosis on the application form, followed up by a conversation with the SENCo. We have multi lingual staff if communication is difficult due to EAL.

Daily updates and conversations on arrival and departure as well as emails or messages where appropriate.

How do you help children settle into your setting?

Every child has two 1hr long settling sessions but these are flexible and can be extended to allow each individual child to settle at their own pace. We introduce a key worker and parents fill in an ‘All about me form’ for their child so we know a little about how to best settle them.

What help and support does your setting offer to children with SEND as they move rooms or move on to school?

Information is shared and strategies we use are shared too. Meetings usually take place with parents and the child in their new school. Familiar routines are followed and any new ones gradually introduced at the child’s pace. We use visuals and photos to help with understanding.

How do you find out how each child likes to learn?

  • All about me form provided by parent and chatting to the parents about their child
  • observing the child during the settling sessions,
  • Regular observations and planning accordingly

Inclusive practice / SEND training and expertise within this organisation

Our SENCo has 10 years experience in the role and completed the required training. She also has training in PIEC-D, ELKLAN, and attended Positive about Autism training. We do our best to ensure that children with SEND can access every aspect of our setting and the learning provided by looking regularly at how we can adapt our practice. All staff are committed to inclusive practice.

Policies
Are your staff DBS Approved?
Yes
Do you have a First Aid Policy?
Yes
Do you have Public Liability Insurance?
Yes
Recognised as:
  • 2 Year Old Early Education Provider
  • 3 and 4 Year Old Early Education Provider
  • 30 Hours Free Childcare Provider
  • Tax Free Childcare Provider