Borough Road Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 February 2025

This is a caring and welcoming school. Leaders and staff greet children warmly each day. This helps children settle quickly into the school's daily routines. Children feel safe and well cared for. They spend the day with smiles on their faces. Children are curious and respectful. They learn and play alongside their peers with care and kindness. The school focuses on building strong and positive relationships between staff and children. These secure relationships help children reach their potential. The school has high expectations for all children. These expectations are reflected in the school's curriculum. Children rise to the ambitions of the school. This helps the school ensure that children have the key knowledge and skills ready for their next steps in education. The school makes carefully considered and effective links with local attractions and facilities. A well-established connection with a local children's theatre company supports children to think, perform and play with creativity. Regular walks within the local town, visiting police and fire stations, help children understand the world in which they live. The school uses these experiences to help children learn about staying safe, including road safety.

What the school should improve

• The quality of staff interactions with children are not always precise enough. Some moments to strengthen learning are overlooked, meaning some children may not learn the intended aims of the curriculum as effectively as they could. The school should ensure that staff develop the skills and expertise required for consistently high-quality interactions.

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