Shibden Head Day Nursery

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good Children benefit from successful communication methods used to involve parents in nursery experiences. Staff confidently share relevant information to promote continuity in children's care, learning and development. The outdoor and indoor environments are interesting and stimulating for children.

They demonstrate high levels of involvement and sustained interest in a range of activities. Children are confident and motivated and make good progress in their learning. Children form warm and secure bonds with their key person and all members of staff, who know their needs and interests very well.

As a result, children are happy and settled. Children's ...behaviour is very good. Staff are good role models and have high expectations.

They provide consistent guidance and praise to help children understand what is expected of them. It is not yet outstanding because: The professional development of staff is not yet focused sufficiently on raising teaching to the highest level, to help children achieve the best possible outcomes. The monitoring of the attainment between the different groups of children that attend the nursery is not currently being analysed thoroughly enough.