Little Grange Nursery

Inspection of Little Grange Nursery 15 Heathlands Road, Wokingham RG40 3AP

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Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is good

Leaders place a strong emphasis on supporting children's emotional well-being. They recognise children's unique strengths and create environments, where all children feel a strong sense of belonging. Children benefit immensely from the wide range of daily outdoor activities provided both on site and in the forest school area of the main school. They relish opportunities to become involved in on-site gardening activities and visit the wildlife garden to spot tadpoles in the pond. Staff use these opportunities well to support children's developing awareness of safety and to build resilience.

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The provision is good

Inclusion is at the centre of Little Grange Nursery. Leaders and staff are ambitious for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The curriculum is well sequenced, inclusive and designed to ignite curiosity in every child. Staff provide a rich balance of experiences that are meaningful and engaging. Children learn a wide range of skills in readiness for the next stage in their education.

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The provision is good

Staff model respectful interactions, which helps children develop empathy and understanding of difference. They set clear boundaries and children respond well to the calm and consistent approach. Staff teach children how to keep themselves safe, for example, by modelling safe use of equipment and encouraging turn- taking. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning and behave well. They engage enthusiastically in all activities and show curiosity about the world around them.

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need to do better?

n Dedicated leaders demonstrate a clear vision for the nursery. Their commitment to inclusion is commendable. Leaders ensure strong support for staff development. Staff access a wide range of engaging and relevant training, including recognised early years qualifications and training for specialist roles. This helps staff to continually improve their knowledge and skills. n Leaders and managers at all levels have effective oversight of practice. They have designed a broad and balanced curriculum that covers all areas of learning successfully. However, assessment is not always used with precision to build on what children need to learn next. Some activities do not help children make effective links with what they know or need to learn next. This does not deter children's enthusiasm. They join in readily and enjoy the activities. n Staff support younger children well as they settle into nursery life. They build

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warm, trusting relationships and create predictable routines that help children feel secure. However, routines are not always implemented consistently. At times, this leads to children being less certain about what is expected of them or

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9 September 2025 how they can contribute to the group rules. n Staff place a strong focus on developing children's communication and language skills. They engage children in meaningful conversations, model new vocabulary and give children time to think and respond. Songs, and stories are used well to promote listening and attention. n Staff support older children to develop their early mathematical understanding through exciting hands-on activities. For example, during a practical activity children weighed different types of fruits on the scales. As they compared weights, staff encouraged them to describe their observations using appropriate mathematical language, such as heavy or light. This supported children's numeracy skills well. n Healthy lifestyles are promoted well. Yoga sessions provide opportunities for children to practise self-regulation, build resilience and develop an awareness of how to look after both their bodies and minds. Children listen attentively and

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follow instructions carefully as they practise and complete the poses. This contributes very successfully to developing children's physical coordination. n Leaders ensure a strong focus on promoting children's good health and safety, particularly at mealtimes. Children enjoy balanced and nutritious meals that are reflective of their dietary requirements. Staff provide sensitive support for children who are learning to develop their confidence when using cutlery or pouring from jugs. Mealtimes are calm and well supervised, giving children opportunities to develop good social skills while learning about healthy eating. Children happily tuck into nutritious meals and many ask for seconds. n Partnerships with parents are strong and highly valued. Staff work closely with families, celebrating children's achievements and sharing ongoing progress in meaningful ways. Parents are actively involved in their child's learning,

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contributing ideas, interests and experiences from home. The strong collaboration ensures that children receive consistent support for their learning and well-being.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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n strengthen opportunities for children to contribute to the daily routines so that children clearly understand expectations and know how to contribute to the group rules n refine how staff use what they know about children's learning to introduce the

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9 September 2025 right information at the right time, so that children are consistently challenged.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2775925 Local authority Wokingham Inspection number 10419436 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 85 Number of children on roll 104 Name of registered person Holme Grange Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01344 761264 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Little Grange Nursery registered in 2024. It is located in the grounds of Holme Grange Independent School, in Wokingham, Berkshire and is managed by the governing body of the school. The nursery is open on weekdays from 7.30am until 6pm, throughout the year and offers care for children aged two years to five years. It receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged from two years to five years. The nursery employs 30 members of staff who work with children. Of these, one holds a qualification at level 6 and one has early years teacher status. A further 13 staff hold a qualification at level 3 or above. The nursery employs a cook and an administrator. A number of peripatetic teachers also deliver extra curricular activities.

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Information about this early years setting

This inspection was carried out jointly by Ofsted and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) as part of the aligned inspection process for association independent schools with early years registration. As the outcome of this inspection is good, the routine inspection of the registered early years provision will now be transferred to ISI. Subsequent inspections of the setting will be conducted by ISI on Ofsted's behalf.

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Inspection activities

n Leaders and the inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the nursery and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Children told the inspector about their friends and what they like to do when they are at nursery. n The inspector and the member of staff carried out a joint observation of a mathematics activity. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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