Little Pickles Nursery

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

Children delight in being in this welcoming, safe and exceptionally well-resourced environment. They are busy and full of excitement at the freedom they have to develop their curiosity. Babies confidently walk and crawl around their environment, exploring the variety of resources on offer. They watch older children playing in the garden with interest to see what they are doing. Toddlers develop their understanding of the natural world, watching the visiting ducks. They discuss the birds that they can see. Older children are confident and very independent. For example, they help to set the lunch tables with plates and cutlery, and put out chairs for the whole group. Younger children help to tidy up their toys. Babies feed themselves at snack time and crawl in to their 'snooze pods' for nap time.

Children benefit from plenty of opportunities to develop their physical skills and are effectively supported by staff. For example, children enjoy riding new balance bikes, navigating obstacles in the garden. They get in and out of a real boat, pretending to steer it. Children have access to climbing equipment outdoors. They are learning how to keep themselves safe wearing bicycle helmets, as staff support them to take measured risks. Children relish the praise given by staff for their achievements.

What the setting must and should do next

The provider should:

• establish partnerships with other early years settings that children attend to provide the best possible support for their learning and development
• help children to learn about the importance of managing risks by tidying up toys to keep themselves and others safe.