Rainbows Day Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is goodnThe well-qualified manager and her deputy have provided strong leadership since the last inspection to successfully address the issues raised. They are well supported by the experienced staff team who have a clear sense of purpose and a shared ambition. nStaff accurately assess children's progress and plan engaging activities to encourage good achievement in all aspects of their learning.

They carefully consider the progress of all children to make sure that any gaps in learning are promptly addressed. They make good use of additional funding to address any delays in children's progress. nStaff work well with other professionals, such as inclusion services a...nd speech and language staff, to help children with special educational needs achieve their potential.

They prepare all children well for the next stage in their education, including starting school.nThe nursery staff provide a broad and exciting curriculum. They enrich children's experiences through the well-planned activities indoors and out.

They promote children's communication and language development well, for instance, through listening to engaging stories and singing imaginative songs. nStaff form strong partnerships with children's parents and carers. They provide regular information on children's progress and provide guidance and support for children's learning at home.

Parents typically comment on the warmth, commitment and perseverance of the staff.nChildren are well cared for. Staff are very positive role models and children behave well and think about others.

Staff ensure children are constantly kept safe.nAlthough staff interact well with children overall, they do not consistently encourage them to think deeply and extend their learning. nSome opportunities are missed to further promote children's emerging awareness of literacy, particularly the written word, in their environment.