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Top marks for nursery where ‘children are safe and happy’ in glowing Ofsted report
A nursery where children are ‘supported by staff who show a genuine interest in them and who know them well’ has received a glowing Ofsted report.
Little Oaks Of Accrington Private Day Nursery on Cannon Street has been awarded with a ‘Good’ rating following a visit from an inspector on April 28. The nursery was rated ‘Good’ in all categories; quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management, resulting in an overall ‘Good’ rating.
The report, which was published on June 5, states: “Children are safe and happy in the setting, supported by staff who show a genuine interest in them and who know them well. Children are confident and make choices about what they want to do in the well-designed indoor and outdoor environment.
“For example, they enjoy participating in mark-making experiences, as they are provided with large easels, which supports them to explore their own ideas.”
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The inspector noticed the good levels of behaviour the students showed and their positive attitudes to learning. It is noted that staff have high expectations of pupils, which helps them to be prepared for their next stage in learning.
The inspector also acknowledged that staff support children to understand their emotions and in developing their communication and language skills. The report continues: “Partnerships with parents are strong.
“Staff work closely with parents, providing lots of informative information, such as details about toothbrushing, toilet training and using the internet safely. This supports a consistent approach for children, as staff and parents work together to meet their needs.”
Children are provided with nutritious meals which encourages pupils to try a range of healthy foods within their diet.
The inspector also wrote: “Staff have thought about how to create an environment that builds on children’s home experiences and offers familiarity.
“For example, they have introduced full size sofas and photographs in frames in their replicated home areas. This supports children to settle easily into the setting, as they can play with things that they already know about.”
The inspector offered some advice as to how the nursery could improve including enhancing coaching and supervision support for staff, focusing specifically on how they can improve their teaching so that children remain engaged and interested in activities provided for them.
Little Oaks Of Accrington Private Day Nursery was also rated ‘Good’ following an inspection in 2017.
Liz Carroll, Operations Director, said: “We are thrilled that Ofsted recognised the fantastic commitment, care, and professionalism demonstrated by our nursery team as well as the genuine happiness and well-being of the children in our care.
“The report emphasises the enriching learning experiences that our nursery offers, which are reinforced by our strong partnerships with parents and effective safeguarding measures.
“We are proud to maintain our ‘GOOD’ rating across all areas.”
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