Littlehampton Day Nursery CIC

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good Children's well-being is central to everything staff do.

Staff know babies and children well and are very responsive to their needs. Settling-in processes are sensitive and meet the specific needs of children and their families. Babies and children develop a real sense of belonging.

Staff promote children's communication skills well. For example, they join in young children's play and introduce new words to extend their vocabulary. Staff ask questions that help older children learn to express themselves effectively.

There is a wealth of opportunities for children who learn best outdoors to explore a wide range of stimulating activities. Th...e management team's recruitment procedures are robust and staff's ongoing suitability is regularly checked to ensure they remain suitable to carry out their role. Support for children who have special educational needs (SEN) and/or disabilities is very strong.

Staff have attended training to help them quickly identify children's individual needs and ensure appropriate support is offered. It is not yet outstanding because: The management team does not make the very best use of the processes and systems in place for coaching staff to help raise the quality of teaching practice to a higher level. On occasions, staff do not allow children enough time to manage everyday tasks for themselves to further support their independence skills.