Judy Clark Childcare

In November 2024, stories carried into play, practical mathematics and garden games shaped children's experience at Judy Clark Childcare. This Grimsby setting has 24 places in total, with its November 2024 inspection providing a picture of learning and care.

At that inspection, Ofsted judged the provision Good, found safeguarding effective and identified effective individual support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children aged two to four attended at the time; that age range describes the inspection visit.

The early years foundation stage sets the requirements for children's learning, development and care: here, the November 2024 examples show language, mathematics and physical skills developed through play.

In November 2024, younger children used words from Stick Man in related activities, while older children shared accounts of their experiences. Staff sustained conversations, sang with children and read stories. Learning extended beyond listening.

Counting sticks and comparing play dough lengths brought mathematical ideas into play. Younger children practised noticing what was missing, while older children made patterns in rice as preparation for writing. Threading small rings onto wire exercised coordination. These examples give parents a concrete picture of how different skills were practised.

The garden added space for movement. In November 2024, children devised games involving tunnels, sand and water, with staff responding to their interests.

In November 2024, staff adapted experiences to children's emotional needs and helped them understand how their behaviour affected others. Familiar routines and clear expectations supported participation in the nursery day.

Regular assessments helped staff spot areas needing additional attention, and they coordinated support with professionals caring for the children. Conversations with parents covered children's next learning steps and ways to support those at home, giving families something practical to build on.

Handwashing before food and after personal care was encouraged. Snack-time learning was less consistent: in November 2024, children needed more opportunities to practise eating with plates and bowls. This was the specific improvement required.

Judy Clark Childcare is based at West Marsh Children's Centre, Macaulay Street, Grimsby, DN31 2ES.

In November 2024, opening hours were 8.45am to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, during term time. These were opening hours rather than a description of individual booking sessions.

Government-funded childcare was offered in November 2024, alongside specific funding for disadvantaged children.

• Term-time routine. The November 2024 opening pattern followed term time and ended at 3.15pm. At a visit, ask how the current attendance arrangements fit your working day and school holidays.
• Everyday independence. The November 2024 improvement concerned using plates and bowls at snack time. Ask how children now practise these eating skills.

Judy Clark Childcare merits consideration for families drawn to learning through stories, practical mathematics and garden play. Its November 2024 picture would suit those seeking a term-time nursery routine, with parent communication that connected activities at nursery to learning at home. The snack-time improvement is a useful, specific point to explore alongside those strengths.