Turnditch and District Playgroup

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Children are happy and confident.

Staff are caring and attentive to the children's needs. Children form affectionate bonds with the staff, who give them the confidence and motivation to explore resources and enjoy taking part in activities. • Observation and assessment systems are thorough and effective.

Staff have a good understanding of children's levels of development and plan their next steps successfully. They take account of children's interests and individual needs well. • Staff support children's communication skills well.

They listen attentively and give children plenty of time to speak. They encourage children to join in convers...ations, recall favourite events and model new words. • Staff establish effective partnerships with parents.

They regularly keep parents up to date with their children's progress and about how they can contribute to their children's learning. Staff share children's achievements and discuss any concerns appropriately. • The manager uses evaluation systems to help identify strengths and areas for further development.

She seeks the views of parents, staff and committee members. It is not yet outstanding because: • On occasions, staff miss opportunities to challenge children's mathematical skills and language to the highest possible level. • Information sharing with other early years providers that children attend is not fully effective, to help provide continuity of learning and care.