Christchurch Kindergarten @ Edgware

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good Staff offer a welcoming and inclusive learning environment. Children self-register on arrival and develop a good sense of belonging and self-worth.

Their behaviour is good. Managers and staff check children's progress to address any gaps in their learning. All children make good progress in relation to their different starting points.

They are well prepared for the next stage in their learning and development, including starting school. Children have access to superb opportunities to help them learn about their own cultures, different people and their communities. For example, they take a very active part in festivals and try food from different co...untries.

Staff have detailed information about the progress individual children make. Overall, they keep parents well informed about their children's progress and well-being. Parents know how to support their children's learning in the nursery and beyond.

Managers consistently monitor and evaluate the quality of the provision to help ensure that staff meet children's care and needs effectively. It is not yet outstanding because: Occasionally, staff do not offer a high level of challenge in activities to support children's language fully and stretch their thinking further. There are not many opportunities for older children to develop their physical skills through challenging outdoor play.