Partou St Mary’s Day Nursery and Pre-school in Doncaster has been praised by Ofsted for having high ambitions for all children to reach their full potential.
Following an inspection, the official report adds:
Parents and carers praise the staff team for the compassion and care that they show towards the children.
New Ofsted Framework
Last year, Ofsted changed the way early years settings are graded, replacing the previous single-word judgement with a renewed framework that focuses on safeguarding and a broad range of evaluation areas: inclusion; curriculum and teaching; achievement; behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines; children’s welfare and wellbeing; and leadership and governance.
In the Ofsted report published last month, safeguarding standards at Partou St Mary’s were deemed to be met, with the nursery achieving expected standard in all six key evaluation areas, recognising that the team are delivering consistently high-quality childcare and education.
What the Report Says
The inspector notes that all children at the setting, including those who are disadvantaged, build positive relationships with staff.
The report continues:
Children show that they feel emotionally secure in their care. As a result, they become confident and develop their independence.
And it notes that children are supported to share knowledge and experiences about their cultures and home celebrations.
Staff Reaction
Elaine Oliver, Partou St Mary’s Nursery Manager, said:
We are pleased with the inspector’s assessment and the many positive comments in the Ofsted report.
She added:
Creating a warm and inclusive environment is essential for early years learning, supported by a curriculum that addresses each child’s individual needs.
She added:
I am proud to lead a professional team which is delivering a happy, safe and vibrant educational experience for local families.
Sam Sleeman-Boss, Partou Head of Early Years, said:
Congratulations to Elaine and the team on the Ofsted inspection outcome.
He added:
Across all our settings, Partou gives every child the freedom to flourish, building their confidence and curiosity.
The Ofsted inspector notes that the team’s impressive work empowers children at St Mary’s to be more independent in readiness for their next stage of learning.