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Val Robinson Childcare, Cottage Preschool

Ofsted: GoodNursery

The Royals Youth Centre, Viking Way, Rainham, RM13 9YG

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

68 children

Key details

Capacity

68 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

Val Robinson Childcare, Cottage Preschool was inspected by Ofsted on 5 June 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "This is a setting where every child, regardless of their starting points, is given the time, space and trust to find their voice and become part of a caring community of learners. Staff are kind, dedicated and committed to children's well-being. Relationships are strong, and children feel safe and valued."

Key strengths

  • Leaders prioritise children's communication and language development as part of their curriculum intent.
  • Children develop pertinent socials skills, engaging with one another and staff in respectful ways.
  • Key persons offer predictable routines, warm boundaries and contentment, enabling children to feel safe enough to explore who they are.
  • Leaders are very skilled and experienced, leading with heart and clarity.
  • Children's physical development is well promoted.

Areas for improvement

  • continue to develop staff's ability to evaluate activities and practice to think ahead and extend children's learning consistently
  • strengthen staff's practice to further support children's communication and language, especially when pronouncing words and holding conversations.
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Location

The Royals Youth Centre, Viking Way, Rainham, RM13 9YG

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