Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Sidcup

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • The leadership team is determined and has high expectations of children and staff and what the provision overall should look like.

They have evaluation processes in place to help ensure everyone is involved and able to contribute their ideas. • Children have a variety of opportunities to learn about the world around them. They have regular outings to the local area and meet with people from the community, such as firefighters.

This helps them to learn about diversity, including the different roles of people. • The leaders carefully monitor the progress of individual children and of different groups of children. This helps them to identify and add...ress any gaps in learning and provide support if needed, including working with other professionals.

As a result, all children, including those with special educational needs (SEN), make good progress from their starting points. • Staff form secure bonds with their key children and know them well, including what they need to learn next. They complete regular observations and talk to parents to find out what children can do at home.

This supports the assessment process and promotes continuity in children's learning. • At times, staff do not extend children's learning effectively enough during self-chosen activities. • Staff do not always make the very best use of the space and resources available for toddlers to help them fully engage in purposeful play and learning.