Grace Montessori School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Staff create an environment fit for learning, and which promotes children's curiosity. For example, every morning each child is able to choose an activity of their choice.

• Children are confident, independent and have a positive relationship with adults in the setting. • Staff have a good understanding of how children learn, and children are making good progress. Staff carry out regular observations and assessments to promote effective learning.

• The key-person approach is effective. Staff work well in partnership with parents to support continuity of care between the home and setting. For example, parents are invited to come into the setting to... gain an insight into the new topics their children are about to learn.

• The manager has a positive attitude towards improvement and supports her staff to undertake professional development opportunities to develop their practice. It is not yet outstanding because: • The provider has not fully considered ways to strengthen practice in communicating with parents who speak English as an additional language. • The provider has not fully considered how to provide early support for children who speak English as an additional language, to help them settle more quickly.