OFSTED: GOOD

Tweenies

 

The Tweenie children are cared for in 2 small groups:

  • The Lower Tweenie Unit
  • The Upper Tweenie Unit.

The Tweenie Units aim to greatly promote independence within each child.  Responsibility charts are introduced and self-help skills are promoted in a variety of ways. Introduction of pencil control, number and shape recognition are also an important factor within these units and are carried out in a relaxed and informal manner.

The children have time to explore in greater detail a wider range and variety of activities; these include the exploration of the outside environment via more trips out.

Toilet training is an area that is carried out within these units and staff work closely with parents on this important but sensitive issue. Lower Tweenie children have a toilet area within the unit where toilet training can arise ensuring each child's modesty and privacy is maintained. The Upper Tweenie unit have access to a large toilet area, which is also welcoming and inviting to promote the children's enjoyment in toilet training whilst still maintaining each child's privacy and modesty.

Staff plan for each individual child through regular observations and provide a next step for your child to work towards. Play plans are completed on a weekly basis and displayed for parents to review what activities are being carried out.

Parents to provide

  • One change of clothing (unless toilet training then more will be required)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • One pair of slippers for indoor use (this allows your child to be comfortable during the day)
  • Suitable outdoor shoes.
  • Wellington boots for outdoor play (wet days)
  • Coat, gloves, hat and scarf for outdoor play (cold days)
  • Suncream and sun hat (sunny days)

Downloads

Lower Tweenie Booklet Upper Tweenie Booklet

Here are some of the comments Ofsted made about Wells House Kindergarten in their latest report

  • The experienced and long standing management team are committed and passionate. They have high aspirations for the quality of the nursery. The management team regularly create clear targets to help them improve further.

  • Since the last inspection, they have forged links with local primary schools and nurseries and together they share good practice.

  • The environment is highly stimulating. Each area is carefully planned to capture children’s interests and to support their development. For example, older children benefit from a vast range of activities and interesting resources aimed specifically at supporting their literacy skills.

  • A wealth of information is exchanged between staff and parent’s. Staff offer well targeted support for parent’s to extend children’s learning at home. For example, parents are offered activities and professional advice, such as tips on promoting children’s speech. This contributes to the good progress that children make.

  • Staff provide a consistent approach to promoting children’s positive behaviour. For instance, staff working with very young children use picture cards to communicate positive messages, such as kind hands. Older children help to create the rules which are displayed in their room. All children’s behaviour is good in relation to their age.

  • Staff have a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. This is underpinned by effective policies. Consequently, children's safety and well-being is supported

  •   The management team demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting high-quality childcare  

  •   Regular training opportunities undertaken by staff ensure qualification levels are high and they are equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide quality care and learning. This has had a positive impact on the learning experiences offered to children, particularly babies