Early Learners Nursery (Parr) Ltd

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

Children are happy and content in this nursery. They arrive with beaming smiles. The key-person system is effective. Children of all ages settle well. This is clearly demonstrated by the youngest children, who totter to their key person. They lift their arms to be picked up, or crawl onto their knee to read a story. The nurturing staff are quick to respond to children, cuddling them and reading to them. Children demonstrate that they feel settled and safe. Staff plan a regular routine, which includes child-initiated and adult-led activities. This helps children to anticipate what will happen next in their day. For example, children know to tidy up after using toys and even young children learn that they wash their hands after using paints and messy play.

The curriculum is planned with careful consideration for children's enjoyment and learning. Staff demonstrate their knowledge of individual children's next steps as they support and encourage them during their play. For example, staff help children to name colours as they complete a craft activity. Children are encouraged to talk about the shapes they are using. Learning is appropriate for each child's age and stage of development. Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress from their individual starting points. Staff demonstrate kind and caring behaviour. They talk respectfully to children as they remind them to share and turn take. Children copy staff, and their behaviour is generally good.

What the setting must and should do next

The provider should:

• develop staff knowledge of speech interventions, so that all staff consistently offer high-quality interactions to further support children's speech and communication
• increase opportunities for all children to access the outdoor environment, so that all children regularly benefit from outdoor learning experiences
• plan the routine effectively, so waiting times are reduced and children are supported to remain engaged in learning.