What Ofsted Say

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. They inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people, and services providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

In our latest inspection in November 2022 where we were rated GOOD in all areas, the inspector commented that:

Parents comment positively on the support and updates they receive daily regarding the care and development of their children.
Children behave well, feel secure and settle in their environment.
Staff know children well and their next steps for learning and development. Staff support children’s communication and language well and identify gaps as soon as children begin nursery, using a speech sound assessment. Children receive swift support, with speech and sound intervention groups, if needed.
Staff expertly encourage children to solve problems and think for themselves.
Staff show caring and respectful attitudes towards children and are extremely attentive to children’s individual needs.
Children engage in a range of activities that capture their attention. Staff use interactions well to support children’s interests and extend their learning
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff show good understanding of safeguarding procedures and know how to safeguard children effectively. The environment for children is safe and secure
Children benefit from the inviting and challenging outdoor play opportunities. They gain an understanding about taking risks as staff encourage them to explore their environment
The management team is passionate and dedicated, and staff feel well supported. The manager ensures there is on going training for staff to help improve their.
The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is proactive in ensuring parents and children receive all the help they need for children with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
SENCo provides support for staff and ensures all children’s individual learning plans are successfully shared with parents.

For the full report, please click here:

https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205153