Busy Little Hands Pre-School

A wooden barbeque, a pretend shop and outdoor growing gave Busy Little Hands Pre-School a practical, play-led character in June 2026. Children practised sharing through their games, while familiar routines helped them move between activities.

At its 15 June 2026 inspection, Ofsted assessed behaviour, welfare and inclusion at Strong standard, with achievement, teaching and leadership at Expected standard. The preschool has 36 places in total at Village Hall in Anlaby; children attending in June 2026 were aged one to four.

In June 2026, the curriculum followed the early years foundation stage: children developed language, movement and independence through play and activities planned around their interests and next steps. The home corner became a shop selling flowers and vegetables, bringing imaginative play together with everyday conversation.

Learning used tangible materials. Children matched coloured bears to bowls and counted pretend ice creams made with scoops in the sand tray. Younger children experimented with chalk and crayons, while older children recognised their names and began making letters. These experiences connected early number and writing skills with things children wanted to do.

Outside, the climbing frame and balance bikes offered opportunities to practise balance and coordination. Growing plants added another kind of exploration. Magnetic blocks encouraged building, while tweezers and pipettes brought careful hand movements into water play. Children also chose their own activities and had extended stretches of uninterrupted play.

At the June 2026 inspection, Ofsted found safeguarding standards met, close relationships between children and staff, and effective support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who made rapid developmental progress. This support included picture cards, simple signing, smaller-group activities and individual help.

In June 2026, staff used conversations with parents alongside observations to understand children's needs. They adjusted care procedures, including nappy changing, and used additional funding for resources addressing emotions and wellbeing. Specialist training helped staff respond to individual needs.

Healthy habits were part of ordinary routines: children washed their hands, older children managed coats and toileting, and books and pretend play introduced dental care. Staff shared healthy lunchbox expectations with parents. These were practical steps towards independence, rather than isolated lessons.

The address is Village Hall, 21 Hull Road, Anlaby, HULL, HU10 6SP. In June 2026, opening hours were 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. That daytime window is the practical reference point for families assessing how preschool fits around their working day.

• Teaching consistency. In June 2026, some practitioners extended children's ideas more effectively than others. Improving interactions across the team was a next step, alongside training targeted more closely at teaching.
• Daytime attendance. June 2026 opening hours ran from 9am to 3pm on weekdays. What attendance pattern can the preschool offer your child within that window?
• Outdoor development. In June 2026, expanding natural play and growing opportunities was a leadership priority. Treat this as work in progress at that date, rather than a finished facility.

Busy Little Hands suits families seeking preschool experiences built around imaginative play, outdoor activity and developing independence. Its June 2026 assessment was stronger for care, inclusion and behaviour than for teaching. The decision turns on that balance: attentive support and engaging practical experiences, alongside a clear need for more consistent adult interactions.