Barnies Day Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is outstanding • Leaders show exceptional dedication to working with parents to secure the best possible outcomes for children. For example, parents are invited to stay-and-play sessions where they are supported to understand how and what children are learning through their play. • The quality of learning opportunities is exemplary.

For example, the leaders are working with a PhD researcher to embed teaching that will support children to develop healthy eating and physical activity habits to promote their life-long health. • Staff treat children with respect in all their interactions. For instance, they ask young children for permission to change their nappies.
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• Children receive excellent support to prepare them for their transitions to school. They are highly independent and are supported to confidently make their needs known to adults. • Leaders demonstrate a determined and systematic approach to evaluating and reviewing practice.

This includes gathering the views of all parents, children and staff. • Staff are encouraged to reflect on their practice, for instance, by conducting research projects on challenging issues. They use what they learn to plan high-quality experiences for children.

• Children have extensive opportunities to learn about families and communities beyond their experience. For example, they have been learning about other countries and the role of the United Nations. Leaders have identified that there is even more scope to embed celebration of similarities and differences in everyday practice.

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