Ladybird Day Nursery

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

Children readily leave their parents at the nursery door. Once inside, younger children quickly settle into their play where there are a rich variety of activities on offer. Older children recognise their written names and stick them on the board to register their attendance. Children enjoy sharing their play with adults. For example, staff join the children as they play cooking in the home corner. Staff use these opportunities to support children's mathematical thinking as they work out which of the vegetables are the heaviest and which are the lightest.

Children show positive attitudes to learning. For example, young children demonstrate high levels of persistence to find the correct wooden shapes to complete puzzles. Older children enjoy activities as these closely reflect their interests. They make birds using play dough and feathers, and share their ideas with their friends.

Children show that they feel happy, safe and secure. They actively seek out adults for support, for example when they need help to put on their shoes or wipe their noses. Babies have their care needs met well. They begin to develop their social skills from a young age, sitting together with staff to enjoy a healthy lunch together.

What the setting must and should do next

The provider should:

• enhance the good partnership with parents further so that all parents are fully informed how they can support their child's learning at home.