Hampton Nursery School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is outstanding • The leadership at the nursery is inspirational.

The manager is passionate about providing children with an extremely engaging environment where their learning is given the utmost priority. • All staff are very confident about their responsibility to safeguard and protect children. They have an outstanding awareness of the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about children in their care.

• The manager and staff have established very effective partnerships with parents. They have high expectations for the service they provide to ensure they meet the needs of all children and their families. • Staff are incredibly adept at ensu...ring mathematical skills are fully embedded in all areas of children's play.

For instance, children focus on working out how to make the strips of paper longer so that they fit around their heads. They develop excellent problem-solving skills. • Children demonstrate exemplary behaviour.

Staff are superb role models who demonstrate positive, respectful relationships. Their praise and encouragement helps to support children to develop high self-esteem and resilience. • The manager is enthusiastic about supporting others to develop their practice and improve outcomes for children.

For instance, she speaks at professional meetings and encourages other early years professionals to visit the setting to share good practice. • The manager engages the staff in a wide range of training opportunities. For instance, targeted group sessions are highly effective in supporting children's speech and developing their listening and attention skills.