Little Badgers Pre-School

Little Badgers

Little Badgers Pre-School is an OFSTED registered setting situated in Tilehurst, caring for up to 30 children at any one time. We operate within a spacious building, set in extensive grounds and uphold our ethos of 'Learning together as individuals' with a well established theme of outdoor learning. As a setting we are currently working towards becoming a Eco School and gaining our Eco school green flag award.

Our team of highly qualified childcare practitioners are dedicated to the education, care and well-being of your child. They work to meet the individual needs of the children in our care, within a welcoming and homely environment.

5* Food safety rating

All staff hold a full paediactric first aid qulaification

This setting has signed up to offer Tax Free Childcare 

 

Who to contact

Contact Name
Rachel Evans/Nicola Gearing
Contact Position
Managers
Telephone
07500 807870 07500 807870
E-mail
littlebadgerspreschool@outlook.com
Website
www.little-badgers-preschool.co.uk
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Where to go

Address
79th Reading Scout Association,
Armour Hill
Tilehurst
Reading
Postcode
RG31 6JH
Directions to RG31 6JH

Time / Date Details

When is it on
Monday to Friday 09:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 16:00

Costs

Costs
£20.00 (3-4 year olds)  Per Session
Costs
£28.20 (2 year olds)  Per Session
Costs
£6.50 (lunch club)  Per Session
Details
£6.50 Lunch club available when added on to one of our sessions.

Inclusion Information

Wheelchair access
Yes
Details
Ramp access
Special Needs provision
Yes
Special Needs Experience
Speech & Language difficulties
Challenging Behaviour
Dietary needs
Social & Emotional needs
Partially sighted
Delayed speech
Autism
Autistic spectrum
Developmental delay
behavioural problems
Diabetes
Aspergers Syndrome
Serious allergy
Provision for special dietary needs
Yes
Details
Fresh fruit snack supplied
Can make special cultural provisions
Yes

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Immediate vacancies
No
Details
Limited Availability in September 2024
Updated
29/02/2024

Funded Places

Has 3 & 4 year old funding
Yes
Has 2 year old funding
Yes

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Additional 15 hours of *Free* childcare offered
Yes
When are the additional 15 hours available? (e.g. Monday to Friday, 8am to 1pm)
Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm can be used in a number of ways
How many places are available for the additional 15 hours to meet the 30 hours childcare
0
Intending to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times
Opening Times
DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday 9am 12pm
Monday 12pm 1pm
Monday 1pm 4pm
Tuesday 9am 12pm
Tuesday 12pm 1pm
Tuesday 1pm 4pm
Wednesday 9am 12pm
Wednesday 12pm 1pm
Wednesday 1pm 4pm
Thursday 9am 12pm
Thursday 12pm 1pm
Thursday 1pm 4pm
Friday 9am 12pm
Friday 12pm 1pm
Friday 1pm 4pm

School Pickups

Offers school pickups
No

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY487802Link to latest Ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
DatetypeOutcome
11/09/2017Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
24/04/2023Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Local Offer

Contact Name
Rachel Evans/Nicola Gearing
Contact Telephone
07500807870
Contact Email
littlebadgerspreschool@outlook.com
Local Offer Age Bands
Early Years (0-4 years)
SEN Provision Type
Universal
Local Offer Updated
17/04/2023

Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings

Description

Little Badgers Pre-School is based in the spacious 79th Reading Scout HQ in Tilehurst with access to an extensive outdoor area offering Early Years Education to children from age two. 

SPACES AVAILABLE Autumn Term 2023 - 15 hour and 30 hour funding accepted

 

 

 Updated April 2023

1: How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?

If a parent would like their child to start at the setting, we ask them to fill out a showaround form with all the child's information. We will then organise pre-visits for the child which consists of a shortened session with out parents. Staff will ring parents and discuss information all about the child and gain an insight into their life and experiences.  

At the setting, each keyperson and other practitioners monitor the individual development of each child daily. This is achieved through regular observations and assessment against the 7 Areas of Learning as set out in Development Matters.

These observations are recorded in the child’s learning story via Tapestry, which parents are then asked to read and contribute to.

2: How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?

Each child is allocated a key person who will monitor you child’s development and be a communication link between yourselves and the setting.

At the setting we have parents meetings at the end of each term to discuss your child’s development and next steps.

We also speak to parents on a daily basis about what their child has achieved and the next steps we are working on.

If the child is working with other professionals we will have regular meetings and set targets for the child.

We use Tapestry for our learning journals, enabling parents to look at their child's development daily. 

Ways we communicate with parents;

  • Newsletter
  • Parents evenings
  • One to one daily conversations
  • Parents activity days
3: How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?

Each child’s individual needs and development are planned for by their parent and key person. This ensures that every child is included and that they all learn at their own pace.

4: What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties?
  • Visual timetables

• Picture exchange cards

• Makaton signs

• One to one support

• Speech and language support groups

• Individual play plans

• Behaviour plans

 

5: What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?

At the setting we have two SENCo who monitors the children's learning and targets, to ensure that the children are progressing. We also regularly meet with outside agencies working with the child, to support a child centred approach.

6: How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?

We monitor children through regular observations and assessment against the 7 Areas of Learning as set out in Development Matters.

Each child has their own learning journal on Tapestry with evidence of there progress since starting at the setting. This can be securely accessed by parents who are also able to contribute observations from the child's home life supporting our child centred approach. 

7: How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips?

Each child is planned for individually to meet their needs and stage of development. Skilled practitioners who have knowledge of the child's interest and ability are able to differentiate activities so all can be involved. We will ensure that we have planned and involved parents in any outings that the child may go on to make it as smooth and enjoyable for them.

8: How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?

Our building has ramp and wide double doors for access. Inside the pre-school is based on one level and we also have a large disabled toilet.

9: How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?
  • We will meet with parents before their child starts to discuss the transition and how we can settle the child into the setting.
  • Transition books
  • Transition bears
  • Previsits – information about the child, stay and play, key person time

 

10: How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in this evaluation?

We track each individual child to monitor progress, we also regularly audit the setting to ensure that resources and training are upto date. At our termly meetings with parents we ask them to evaluate how they feel their child is developing and what they feel their next steps should be.

11: Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?

Rachel - Owner/Manager

Nicola - Manager

 

 

Phone: 07500807870

littlebadgerspreschool@outlook.com

 

12: What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints?

Regular questionnaires are sent out to parents to get their feedback on the setting.

We also have a complaints log in the setting.

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This information has been collected from third party providers therefore the Reading Services Guide, Reading Borough Council (RBC) and Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC) cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information and recommends that parents, carers, young people, residents and professionals check with providers regarding DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and OFSTED registrations and CQC registrations. Information collected by Reading Service Guide; is used solely to implement and supply the Family Information Service (FIS), Special Educational Needs & Disabilities - Reading's Local Offer, Adults & Carers Support Group and Reading Youth.

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