Portman Early Childhood Centre

Overview

Portman Early Childhood Centre is described as an "extended family" where parents and carers value the provision highly. The report states that children receive an "exceptional early years education" and are "fully ready for the next stage of their education." Leaders have sustained an "excellent focus on its curriculum," ensuring high-quality outcomes for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Strengths

• The curriculum is carefully designed with "carefully chosen books and texts" central to learning, helping children develop communication and language skills very well.
• Staff provide "tailored and skilful support" for children with SEND, using effective strategies to ensure they "learn successfully across the whole curriculum."
• Children are encouraged to persevere and "have a go" when attempting new tasks, fostering resilience and confidence.
• The school promotes strong community involvement through activities like visiting local shops and celebrating cultural events, which "strengthens their sense of community involvement."
• Staff well-being is "carefully supported," helping them manage workload and feel happy at work, which contributes to positive relationships with children.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."