Barn Owls Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Children benefit from extended periods of outdoor play where they develop their independence, strong levels of confidence and good physical skills. Children make good progress from their starting points.

• Staff are caring and lead by example. Children follow this positive role model and look after each other. Older children help their younger friends.

• The provider supports staff's professional development well. For example, staff attend regular training that has a positive impact on their practice and on outcomes for children. • Partnership with parents is strong.

Staff keep parents well informed about children's progress and provide a...dvice and support if needed. It is not yet outstanding because: • Sleep time is not as well organised as it could be and children take a while to settle, as some become distracted. • While the outdoor area provides good opportunities for children to learn, explore and investigate, staff do not consistently extend and challenge children's learning to the highest level.