Rainbow Pre-School

In March 2026, chalk dinosaurs on paving slabs and ball-catching games gave Rainbow Pre-School in Horley a recognisable character: physical play accompanied everyday steps towards independence. The setting has 24 places in total.

At its March 2026 inspection, Ofsted judged all six assessed areas to meet the expected standard and safeguarding standards to be met. This is a report card with individual area judgements, rather than an overall grade.

In March 2026, children practised balance, climbing and jumping outdoors, while chunky chalks and a chalk board gave them opportunities to develop finer hand movements. Physical activity extended beyond free play: practitioners demonstrated catching balls with handheld scoops, encouraging children to keep trying when the task proved difficult.

The early years foundation stage sets expectations for children's learning, development and care, with play providing opportunities to build language, movement and social skills. In March 2026, staff used children's interests and assessments of their development to plan what they would learn next. Water play introduced mathematical vocabulary, while stories and group conversations gave children opportunities to share ideas.

Learning also happened through ordinary tasks. In March 2026, children poured drinks, helped themselves to snacks and prepared themselves for outdoor play. These were practical opportunities to practise doing things independently.

At the March 2026 inspection, Ofsted found that key-person arrangements supported trusting relationships, and children needing additional help benefited from targeted plans, adaptations and collaboration with families and other professionals. Fidget toys were one practical aid used during group activities.

In March 2026, familiar staff comforted children who needed help settling, and practitioners gave consistent guidance about behaviour and supported children through minor disagreements. Those leading inclusion received training and helped colleagues identify where further support was needed.

Healthy snacks and guidance for parents about lunch boxes formed part of the March 2026 arrangements. Tooth-brushing activities gave children a practical introduction to oral health.

Rainbow Pre-School's address is Scout Association, 2 Baden Drive, Horley, RH6 8SD.

In March 2026, opening hours were 8.30am to 2.30pm, Monday to Friday, and the children attending were aged two to four. These are inspection-date arrangements. The whole-setting capacity of 24 places is a separate measure from the number of children attending together.

• Help with engagement. In March 2026, staff sometimes missed children who needed extra support to participate in activities or routines. Ask how practitioners now recognise disengagement and adapt their interactions.
• Screen use and safety. The March 2026 improvement priorities included developing children's understanding of healthy screen use and online safety. This matters alongside the guidance already being given to parents.
• Attendance planning. The March 2026 opening window ended at 2.30pm. For a visit, make your first practical question which attendance pattern would fit your family's working day.

Rainbow Pre-School suits families drawn to a preschool experience built around active play and growing independence. The March 2026 picture includes concrete opportunities to catch, draw, talk and manage everyday tasks, alongside support tailored to individual children. The improvement priorities are equally practical: noticing children who need help joining in, and giving healthy screen use a clearer place in learning. Those priorities deserve attention alongside the outdoor activity and personal relationships.