Ofsted
The Dell is an Ofsted registered charity and has separate Ofsted inspections at each our sites.
URN: EY423158
​Date of inspection 14/01/2026
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Inclusion - Strong standard
Welfare & wellbeing - Expected standard
Behaviour & routines - Expected standard
Leadership & Governance - Expected standard
What it's like to be a child at this setting
All children are happy and cheerful to arrive and settle swiftly into the routines of this vibrant club. Young children rush to hang up their coats and bags while chatting enthusiastically to
staff about sports competitions they participated in over the weekend. Children enjoy exploring the wide range of age-appropriate resources that staff carefully plan around their
interests. All activities and routines are organised in a manner that is inclusive for all children. Staff use sign language during song time so that all children can participate fully,for example, in a game of 'Simon Says'. This level of support is becoming embedded in routines as all children are now using signs and join in with their friends.
Staff are observant of children's emotions and work with school staff and parents daily to identify where children may need additional support or adaptations to activities. For example, staff create a large cosy area for young children to relax in. They understand that they may be tired after a particularly busy day at their forest school. Children develop strong friendships with their peers and enjoy a wealth of group activities. Young children work together, creating models out of clay. They admire one another's work and cooperate well, offering one another ideas and suggestions. Older children plan chess tournaments with
their friends and organise sports matches outdoors and in the sports hall.
All children demonstrate a sense of pride in their club and are eager to take on roles of responsibility. Young children delight at taking on the roles of 'snack' helpers, where they pass out plates, and ensure their friends are all sat at the table.
Read our full report here : Inspection report
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Abel Smith
Morgans
URN: 509666
In November 2018, our Morgans site was rated as "Good".
Here's a glimpse of some of the things we were praised for:
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~ "Staff promote children's safety.... Additionally, staff encourage children to understand the importance of their personal safety."
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~ "Children benefit from good opportunities to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. They have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise and they use a wide range of resources, such as climbing equipment."
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~ "Children attending the club form strong friendships. They demonstrate that they are happy and settled... Staff observe children and plan activities that link to their interests."
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