Handkerchief Day Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is outstandingnThe manager and the room leaders monitor the curriculum provided for children closely.

They have a very clear understanding of the quality of teaching and what children are learning. Staff complete accurate observations and assessments of children's learning and demonstrate an impressive level of understanding about each individual child.nStaff plan meticulously for children's ongoing learning.

They identify challenging next steps in learning for each child, which consistently link to children's interests. Children enjoy learning and make excellent progress from their starting points.nChildren learn to manage risks and are developing an excel...lent understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy.

For example, children help staff to build a fire in the forest school. They remind each other 'not to go near the very hot fire' and they ensure they walk carefully in this area. nThe management team creates a culture of highly reflective practice and self-evaluation.

As a result, all staff have a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Staff set themselves challenging goals and react quickly to address any weaknesses they identify. They strive to be their best so that children receive outstanding care and provision for learning.

The manager ensures that highly qualified and experienced staff support the staff team through sharing best practice and knowledge. nStaff have developed excellent relationships with local schools. They work closely together on the transition between nursery and school.

Children attend sports days and school assemblies, and staff share information with teachers well. This provides consistency for children and supports them to be ready for starting school. nPartnerships with parents are extremely strong.

Parents speak very highly of the nursery. They comment that the communication is so personal, stating, 'You feel like you are the only family they have.' Parents praise the management team, saying, 'They have high expectations of the staff, who then have high expectations of the children.'

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