Spring - RAF Honington

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • The manager continually looks at ways to improve the provision.

She evaluates the overall progress children make to ensure that what staff offer children targets children's needs. She guides her staff to input their ideas into successful room improvement plans to benefit those children who attend. • The manager implements an effective system to manage staff's performance.

Staff feel well supported and are encouraged to access training to boost their confidence and skills. The manager supports unqualified staff to obtain childcare qualifications. • Staff know children well.

They accurately assess and review children's development. This hel...ps staff to plan targeted learning experiences to secure children's good progress. Staff keep parents fully informed about children's progress and they work effectively together to support children's learning in the setting and at home.

• Children build very close bonds with staff. Young children seek out staff for a cuddle and reassurance. Older children enjoy playing alongside staff and respond well to their instructions.

Children settle quickly in the warm and friendly environment. • Children are eager and motivated learners. They engage well in activities and communicate well with others.

It is not yet outstanding because: • Sometimes, staff do not provide enough opportunities to encourage children to practise and further develop their counting and number skills. • Children in the pre-school room do not consistently show high levels of concentration and prolonged involvement in activities. On occasions, staff withdraw from activities prior to children being ready to move on.