Wesley Pre School

Forest school and cooperative play gave Wesley Pre School its character at its May 2021 inspection, when Ofsted graded it Good overall and Outstanding for behaviour and attitudes. Children planted trees, explored water and practised taking turns. Outdoor activity was a substantial part of the experience.

Based in Indian Queens, the pre-school has capacity for 24 children. In May 2021, the children attending were aged two to four; that age range describes the setting at that time.

In May 2021, the early years foundation stage took practical form through counting fruit and pebbles, recognising shapes, weighing with scales and recalling stories. These experiences connected early mathematical and language learning with things children could handle and discuss.

Forest school sessions ran on Wednesday and Friday mornings that May, providing opportunities for outdoor exploration. Balancing beams, digging and carrying water gave children ways to practise coordination. Planting vegetables also connected growing with learning about food.

Games supplied another kind of learning. In May 2021, Duck Duck Goose gave children practice in taking turns; playing What's the time Mr Wolf also involved cooperation and shared rules. Children also noticed features of their neighbourhood on the return from forest school and learned about Cornish celebrations. In May 2021, opportunities to learn about cultures beyond children's own were too limited.

At the May 2021 inspection, Ofsted found safeguarding effective and judged that staff helped children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. That judgement belongs to the inspection date.

Independence featured in ordinary routines that May: children retrieved their belongings, cleared dishes after eating and practised handwashing and toilet training. Staff also kept parents informed about their children's learning, giving families an understanding of the skills being developed.

In May 2021, children brought lunch boxes, while staff supplied fruit and vegetables for snacks. Staff guided families on healthy lunches and encouraged children to choose healthier foods.

Wesley Pre School's address is Wesley Chapel Hall, St. Francis Road, Indian Queens, St. Columb, TR9 6QW.

In May 2021, opening hours were 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, during term time. At that date, the pre-school received early education funding for children aged two, three and four. For families planning attendance, the term-time calendar and afternoon closing time are important features of that historical arrangement.

• Language development. In May 2021, staff missed opportunities to build children's vocabulary because the words they intended children to learn were insufficiently clear. Ask how vocabulary is now planned and extended through activities.
• A broader view of community. Learning in May 2021 included local features and Cornish celebrations, but children needed more opportunities to explore other cultures, families and communities. This matters for families seeking learning that extends beyond children's immediate surroundings.
• Attendance planning. The May 2021 opening pattern was term-time weekdays, ending at 3pm. How would today's attendance arrangements fit your family's working hours and holiday care needs?

Wesley's May 2021 experience suits families who value outdoor exploration, practical learning and children's growing independence. Cooperative games and forest school gave that experience concrete shape. In May 2021, vocabulary teaching and understanding other communities needed further development, so those priorities deserve attention alongside the practical learning and outdoor experiences.