Kiddiecare offers a structured/freeflow routine. Our children learn through structured lessons with a balance of free choice play. We strive to offer the highest care and education for all children within a safe and caring environment. Our experienced and dedicated staff supports children to become confident and independent, which then ensures a smooth transitions into their next steps into school and education.
Kiddiecare Kindergarten
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Jugan Sahota
- Contact Position
- Manager
- Telephone
- 01474833424
Where to go
- Address
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Isted Rise Primary School
Downs Road
Istead Rise
Gravesend
Kent - Postcode
- DA13 9HG
- Notes
We are a setting that enjoys all outdoor activities and many visits into our local community. We have a large new garden and the use of fields and woods in our school grounds. Outdoor play is a big part of our children’s development and learning. We have strong ties with our local school and communities. We hold an outstanding Ofsted and our visit from Ofsted praised and congratulated us on our amazing team of staff.
When is it on?
- When is childcare available
- Term Time Only
- Carescheme Age Range:
- 2 year(s), 0 month(s) to 5 year(s), 0 month(s)
- Opening Times
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Opening Times Day Opening Time Closing Time Monday 08:00 18:00 Tuesday 08:00 18:00 Wednesday 08:00 18:00 Thursday 08:00 18:00 Friday 08:00 18:00
Other Details
- Table of costs
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Table of costs Amount Cost Type £4.50 Per hour £27.00 Per day - ECD Type
- Day Nursery
- Offers pickups
- No
- Cost(s)
- 3-4 Year Old Funding?
- Yes
- 2 Year Old Funding?
- Yes
- Total vacancies
- 5
- Vacancies Details
- We Have spaces available for 30 hours/ universal & free for two funded places.
- Places Range
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Places Range Start Age End Age Places 0 1 25 2 2 25 3 5 25 0 5 25 5 7 25 - Immediate vacancies?
- Yes
- Contact Provider for Vacancy Details?
- Yes
- Vacancy range
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Vacancy Range Start Age End Age Places 2 5 5 - Vacancy Information Last updated Date
- 23/02/2020
- Facilities
- Music, Computers / It, Messy Play Area, Cookery, Drama, Outdoor Adventure Play Area, Paddling Pool, Toys/dolls, Dressing Up, Nursery, Outdoor Activities, Environmental Area, Pets, Play House, Parks/playgrounds, Water Play, Quiet Room, Games / Puzzles, Play Room, Visits and Outings, Garden, Walks, Sandpit, Arts And Crafts, Woodwork, Refreshments, Books, See-Saw, Sensory Room, Bike, Kitchen, Songs, Sleeping Area, Slide, Climbing Frame, Stories
- Notes
We offer From initial home visits and settling in sessions to the children while making close observations. Two weeks after your child has settled we complete a baseline assessment to show their starting points in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Wheelchair Access
- Yes
- Wheelchair access details
- Ramp outdoors entrance Could accommodate-may need to make some changes to toilets.
Ofsted Information
- Ofsted URN
- EY382505
- Link to latest ofsted inspection report
30 Hours Extended Entitlement
- Registered to provide up to 30 hours entitlement
- Yes
- 30 Hours Partner Details (These are details of any other childcare provider(s) that this provider will work with to offer the 30 hours entitlement)
We have places available for 30 hour funding. In order to claim for this funding families should meet the specific criteria , for more information or to see if you are qualify please look on the following website - https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare
Service status
- Status
- Open
Local Offer
- Description
All the children get based on observations made by key person, including the Progress Check at age 2. The assessments cover all 7 areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum as well as Characteristics of Effective Learning and Leuven Wellbeing and Involvement. Through observation and assessment we can identify children who may need further support. Our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators will ensure that families have the best support and resources available to help with the development of your child.
Special Needs Support
How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators will ensure that families have the best support and resources available to help with the development of your child.
How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?
Your child's key worker and Senco shall Be supporting your child's wellbeing and overall development and communicating and keep updating you will the child’s progress on daily basis and we also have a open door policy so that the communication is easy and regular.
We can also organise meetings to support you with your child’s development and next steps.
How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?
We adapt to the Early Years Foundation curriculum for all children by following the Early Years Outcomes and the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. The EYFS is an educational framework which allows your child's key worker to observe, assess and plan. In the EYFS there are three prime areas of development and four specific areas of development. We regularly observe all children and keep track of their progress using an online learning journey which can be accessed and added to by parents and carers.
What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties?
We plan for every "unique" child using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Characteristics of Effective Learning. Our well-trained SENco liaises with agencies as necessary to ensure that recommendations are carried through. We ensure that the child's targets are specific, measurable, accessible, realistic and timebound, these targets are agreed and reviewed with parents and carers while working with outside agencies.
What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?
We work in a close relationship between parents and carers, the child's key person and the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENco). We write personalised plans which are agreed and reviewed with parents and carer
How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?
We regularly observe all children and keep track of their progress using an online learning journey.
How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips?
Our ethos is an inclusive practice that enables all children to be able to access all activities regardless of their additional needs and to support the children.
How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?
both entrances and exits have wheel chair access.
How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?
We work in close partnership with all the schools.
We arrange school transition meetings and transition grids are prepared and submitted to the real net schools.
How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in this evaluation?
Parents / careers are an important part of overall effectiveness of SEN provision by regular parents meetings and parent feedback evaluation that helps us to work together.
Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?
Please get in touch with the owner/ manager, Jugan Sahota
She will be very happy to take a booking and arrange for a show around the preschool and would be very happy to answer to your questions.
What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints?
We regularly arrange for parents feedback forms when ch always enable us to tak your opinions and suggestions on board.