Horsmonden Kindergarten

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is goodnManagers and staff closely monitor children's development, which helps to quickly identify any emerging concerns. They make good use of outside agencies, such as specialist teachers, to ensure children receive the help they need to make continued progress. Early years pupil premium is used effectively to help close any gaps in children's learning.

nChildren confidently use their early writing skills. This is evident when they use a wide range of tools, such as brushes and rollers, to paint pictures. nEquality and diversity are positively promoted throughout the setting.

Staff use books, resources and discussions to help children understand about oth...er countries and cultures. This means children respect people who are different from themselves. nStaff successfully help children learn how to keep themselves healthy.

For example, they provide nutritious snacks and many opportunities to play outside.nStaff form positive relationships with families. They use a variety of ways, such as regular consultations and the online journal, to keep parents up to date with their child's progress.

However, staff do not maximise opportunities to share ideas with parents to further support their child's learning at home.nSometimes, group activities are not organised effectively to meet the needs of all children. For example, younger children lose interest as they wait a long time for their turn.

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