Childrens House Nursery School

Overview

Children’s House Nursery School continues to be judged as an outstanding school. The report describes a vibrant environment where children’s faces “light up” and the school is regarded as “the heart of the community.” Leaders are “highly ambitious” for all children, ensuring every activity has a clear learning purpose that extends beyond the classroom.

Strengths

• The curriculum is “broad” and carefully sequenced to help children “secure and embed their learning over time,” with specific examples like cooking and balance bike maintenance.
• “Communication and language development is exceptionally strong,” with staff expertly guiding children to express feelings and ideas using full sentences.
• Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “excellent,” featuring daily sessions with expert staff and the use of British Sign Language.
• Staff are supported through regular training and workload considerations, fostering a positive culture where they are “proud to work here.”
• Leaders actively engage families, organising educational outings and encouraging parents to volunteer and lead workshops.

Areas to improve

The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders being “acutely aware of the risks” and working effectively with outside agencies to support vulnerable children and their families.