Step Start Mountnessing

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • Following the last inspection, the provider, manager and the staff team have shown a very strong commitment to making improvements in the nursery. They have worked hard and acted on ideas gained through their professional development to raise the quality of teaching. • Children and babies are curious and eager to explore both indoors and outdoors.

They take part in a wide variety of activities and experiences. Children and babies make good progress and develop the skills that prepare them for future learning. • A highly effective key-person system is in place.

Staff are positive role models and children and babies have formed strong attachments t...o their key person. Children often invite staff to join in their play and share their accomplishments. • Staff speak clearly to the babies and young children, using gestures and actions to assist their understanding.

This supports children's developing communication skills. • Staff give a high priority to ensuring children learn about the importance of safe and healthy lifestyles. Children eat nutritious snacks and meals.

They have regular exercise and follow good hygiene routines. • Although partnerships with parents are good, staff do not always seek detailed initial information from parents about their children's starting points on entry. • On occasions, staff do not ensure that children can persevere, play without interruption and continue exploring an activity before moving on to the next.

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