Cherry Tree Nurseries

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Relationships between staff and children are secure. Staff spend time introducing children into the nursery environment from the start which helps build close attachments.

The key-person system is effective and supports partnerships between staff and parents. • Partnerships with other professionals involved in children's lives are good. Staff work cohesively to ensure continuity of care to support children, particularly where children have special educational needs and/or disabilities.

• Children behave well. They understand the importance of sharing and taking turns with the toys. Staff encourage and support children as they learn to negotiate wh...ile they play.

They praise children and build their self-esteem and confidence. • Children learn the importance of good hygiene and wash their hands at appropriate times throughout the day. Older children learn independence in their personal care.

Staff ensure babies and young children remain clean and comfortable throughout the day. It is not yet outstanding because: • Staff do not consistently look at ways to provide high levels of challenge during planned activities. • Although staff seek the views of parents to inform the self-evaluation process, they have not considered obtaining the views of other people who are involved in children's care and learning.