James Lee Nursery School

Overview

James Lee Nursery School continues to be an outstanding school, providing children with an "exceptional start to their education." Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering an environment where children feel happy, secure, and well-prepared for primary school through a curriculum that is both "aspirational and individualised."

Strengths

• Staff develop "warm and nurturing relationships" with children, helping them settle quickly and build confidence.
• The curriculum is highly effective, with staff using skilled questioning to deepen children’s knowledge and understanding.
• Provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "exemplary," ensuring full access to the curriculum.
• Children develop a clear "love of books, stories and rhymes" and use ambitious vocabulary confidently.
• Staff are valued and supported, contributing to a "calm, purposeful atmosphere" where children persevere and behave impeccably.

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 quickly identify any concerns.