Saffron Pre-School

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • The manager and staff have an excellent understanding of the needs of the local community. They place partnership with parents at the heart of their work and plan many opportunities for parents to understand more about early years learning. For example, they hold regular stay-and-play sessions and workshops in addition to their daily updates.

• The manager and staff have created an inspirational learning environment. The large premises have been transformed to provide exciting and attractive spaces, such as the discovery room, where children are captivated by the extensive opportunities to learn about the world around them and develop their sensory skills.... • The key-person system is well established and children's needs are well known and met.

Settling-in procedures are highly effective. Parents value the individualised programmes of induction which focus strongly on their children's care requirements and interests. • Experienced staff work together effectively to maximise the learning opportunities for children and to minimise disruptions during the day.

Their strong organisational skills contribute to the smooth running of the pre-school and promote a natural flow of play and exploration. • Children develop their independence and self-care skills well. They confidently follow arrival procedures, such as self-registering.

They freely choose between indoor and outdoor play activities and independently equip themselves with suitable clothing for these. Children make decisions about safe play and understand how they can reduce any risk of harm. For example, they move padded mats beneath the rope climb that they attempt.

It is not yet outstanding because: