East Prescot Road Nursery School

Overview

East Prescot Road Nursery School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Children are described as happy in a "vibrant and welcoming" environment where they feel "accepted, loved and respected." The school continues to provide high-quality early years education, with children achieving well and moving on to primary school ready for the next stage of their learning.

Strengths

• Children thrive in a supportive culture where values of "friendship and trust" underpin positive relationships, resulting in kind and thoughtful behaviour.
• Early communication and language skills are given the "highest priority," with staff effectively building on children’s interests to spark discussions and reinforce vocabulary.
• Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "highly effective support" from staff who tailor learning to meet individual needs, ensuring full curriculum access.
• The curriculum is enriched by "meaningful real-life experiences," such as caring for ducklings and visits from community helpers, which foster independence and responsibility.
• Parents and carers speak highly of the school, noting that staff "go above and beyond to support their child."

Areas to improve

• In a small number of areas of learning, the school is still refining the essential knowledge children need, meaning important concepts are not always emphasised or revisited to secure understanding.
• The school should ensure all staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver the curriculum effectively across all areas of learning.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.