Flutterbies Childcare LLP

A small bridge into outdoor learning gives Flutterbies Childcare LLP a concrete example of inclusion in practice. In November 2025, additional funding had paid for this adaptation so children with physical disabilities could participate outside. This Benwick setting has capacity for 43 children.

At its November 2025 inspection, Ofsted judged inclusion a strong standard, the other evaluated areas an expected standard, and safeguarding standards met. These are area judgements rather than an overall grade.

In November 2025, the curriculum emphasised wellbeing, communication and early learning. The early years foundation stage is the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care; here, its everyday expression included stories, sound games, counting and physical play.

Babies heard songs and repeated vocabulary, while preschool children used props to tell familiar stories themselves. Initial-sound guessing games developed listening, and outdoor construction introduced counting and measurement. Learning had practical applications.

Forest school sessions gave older children opportunities to explore nature and consider safety for themselves. In November 2025, these sessions were a recent addition. Community learning also included children making Christmas cards and delivering them to residents, giving their creative work a purpose beyond the setting.

At the November 2025 inspection, Ofsted found that tailored support enabled children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to progress rapidly, with staff identifying needs, reviewing progress with parents and involving other professionals. The outdoor bridge was one practical adaptation; Makaton signs provided another route for children to communicate with staff and one another.

In November 2025, settling arrangements were individual to each child and planned with parents. Relationships with key persons supported that process. Children practised independence through looking after their belongings and brushing their teeth after meals, making self-care part of the day rather than a separate lesson.

Parents supplied meals and snacks at that time, with staff adding fruit and vegetables during indoor snack breaks. Babies, toddlers and preschool children ate together, creating opportunities for contact across ages.

Flutterbies is based at Benwick Children's Centre, High Street, Benwick, PE15 0XA. In November 2025, its opening hours were Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, and children attending were aged 0 to 10. Those hours and ages describe the inspection period.

Preparation for school in November 2025 included managing personal care, communicating and taking part in group activities. The emphasis was on skills children could carry into their next setting.

• Forest school snack breaks. The November 2025 improvement action concerned using these breaks to teach manners, social interaction and healthy food choices. Ask how snack routines now support those goals outdoors.
• Attendance arrangements. The November 2025 opening window extended from morning into early evening. Which booking patterns and age groups can the nursery accommodate for your family's intended attendance?

Flutterbies merits consideration for families who value communication, practical independence and individual support. The November 2025 account combines specific adaptations, shared signing and outdoor learning with a clear improvement point around forest school snacks. Its strongest inspection judgement was inclusion. That is the clearest reason to explore whether its care arrangements fit your child.