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Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • Leaders are dedicated in their drive to secure sustained high-quality improvements.

They are ambitious for children and are focused on improving standards for all. • Children are confident to discuss their play when staff engage them in meaningful conversations about their learning. This was evident when children expertly discussed the how they made 'bear soup' and accurately recalled the ingredients they used.

• Children are self-assured and are able to take risks. For example, very young children challenge themselves to climb the steps of the climbing frame and then expertly manoeuvre themselves along the bridge. • Staff are reflective when the...y evaluate the strengths and weaknesses in their teaching.

Most are able to accurately assess the effect of their teaching on children's development. • Staff are sensitive to the needs of young children and understand their personal care needs. They ensure children receive good support to settle quickly.

Staff provide appropriate privacy when nappy changes occur. • Children develop strong bonds with their key persons, who are enthusiastic and successful in promoting children's social and emotional well-being. Parents speak positively about the care their children receive.

• Staff do not always use their good knowledge of teaching techniques to improve children's phonic skills during planned activities. • Leaders set high expectations for the staff team and provide focused training and support for less-experienced staff. However, the impact of this support is not yet evident for all children because learning and development are not consistently delivered at the highest levels.