Church Hill Nursery School

Overview

Church Hill Nursery School continues to be judged as an outstanding school, providing children with an “exceptional start to their education.” The report highlights a “broad, rich and exciting curriculum” that effectively prepares pupils for Reception Year, supported by staff who are “experts in effective early years practice.” Parents hold the school in high regard, appreciating the “safe, enabling environment” and the strong relationships built between staff and families.

Strengths

• Children are “engrossed in activities” and demonstrate high levels of independence, resilience, and a “love of learning.”
• Staff skilfully use play to build knowledge, particularly in mathematics and language, ensuring children speak in “complex sentences” and understand story structures.
• Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is described as “exemplary,” with staff skilled at early identification and necessary adaptations.
• Leaders provide “rich experiences beyond the curriculum,” including innovative projects and educational visits that encourage parental involvement.
• Staff morale is high, with a “strong team ethos” and appreciation for the training and support provided by leaders.

Areas to improve

The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who “know children and their families extremely well” and leaders who work persistently with external agencies to provide necessary help.