Lynwood Day Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Staff have developed warm, positive relationships with children and their families.

Staff get to know children well by gathering detailed information about their starting points. • The nursery provides a safe, welcoming and homely environment. Children are provided with a variety of toys, resources and natural materials.

• Staff support children well during the transitions they make to other settings, including school. For example, Staff take the children to visit their new school and meet their new teachers. • Children benefit from regular trips and outings that enable them to explore the local area and learn more about the world around them.
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• Parents speak highly of the nursery and say they are happy with the progress their children have made since attending. It is not yet outstanding because: • Staff sometimes miss opportunities to encourage children to fully develop their independence and to increase their confidence in their own abilities. • Staff do not always provide opportunities for children to explore their own ideas during play activities to enthuse and motivate their learning.