Outstanding inspection for Abbey Fields Nursery

Congratulations to all the staff at Abbey Fields Nursery and Out Of School Care who recently received ‘Outstanding’ judgements across all of the four inspection areas - leadership and management; quality of teaching, learning and assessment; personal development, behaviour and welfare; and outcomes for children.

Ofsted stated:

"The manager is passionate about her staff team and the high-quality service they provide. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience that she cascades to her staff team to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and their families."

"The manager and staff have high aspirations for all children. They strive to continually engage and excite children, taking them on an adventure as they learn through play. For example, children explore where wool comes from, how through different processes it can change over time and the various uses it has."

"Children's behaviour is superb and staff act as excellent role models. Children relish their time in nursery and their eagerness and motivation to learn is infectious. Staff build children's confidence and self-esteem and recognise their efforts and achievements."

"Parents enthusiastically share their extremely positive views about the nursery and the excellent staff team. They particularly like the engagement of extended family, such as grandparents, who are included in the life of the nursery."

"The manager and staff place the utmost priority on their continual professional development. They access a rich and varied range of training to enhance their knowledge and skills and support children in the best possible way."

"Self-evaluation is excellent. It takes into account information from parents, children and staff. There is a strong focus on how changes within the nursery can benefit not only the children but the family as a whole."

 You can read the full report on the Ofsted website here.