George Dent Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 March 2024

Children thrive at George Dent Nursery School. Leaders ensure that all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from highly effective care, support and guidance. Leaders, staff and governors share the same high ambition for all the children who attend. Children rise to these high expectations and achieve well. Leaders and staff have a precise understanding of the needs of young children. Whatever their starting points, children receive exceptional support through their learning and play. Highly skilled practitioners bring the curriculum to life. Children are happy and enthusiastic in their learning. Children's behaviour is exemplary. It is supported by clear routines and expectations set by the whole school team. Children are very well prepared for their next steps in education. A wide and rich range of diverse experiences adds to the offer of this school. Children are proactive in protecting the environment. Leaders make carefully chosen links with a local theatre and a ballet company to enrich the curriculum further. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school. Many parents reflect on the significant progress their children make when attending the school. The school actively involves parents in school life through a range of opportunities such as dedicated nursery rhyme sessions.

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