The Sue Hedley Nursery School

Overview

The Sue Hedley Nursery School is described as a place where "children flourish," arriving "full of energy, happy and ready for the day ahead." The inspection highlights an "outstanding curriculum" and "exemplary" behaviour, driven by high expectations and positive adult-child relationships. Leaders and staff share a clear vision, ensuring consistency in practices that support children’s learning and personal development.

Strengths

• Staff create a "calm, playful environment that fosters trust and engagement," supporting children’s independence and pride in mastering skills.
• The curriculum is "very well-considered," incorporating children’s interests to lead to "deeper levels of thinking, learning and involvement."
• Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make "exceptional progress" through tailored approaches, including the use of symbols and signs.
• Enrichment activities, such as visits to the library and farm, "enhance the curriculum, bringing it to life" for young learners.
• Leaders provide "overwhelming consistency" to practices, with governors offering the "right challenge and support."

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

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