Lanterns Nursery School and Extended Services

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 April 2023

Children thrive at Lanterns Nursery School. They develop exceptionally strong bonds with staff. Leaders and staff know each child extremely well. Children learn the routines and behaviours that they need to be successful learners right from the start. In their role play, for example, children take turns being the teacher, leading each other in song. They use the class 'listening bear' to remind each other of how to sit well on the carpet. Leaders and staff ensure that every child gets the right support to reach their full potential and achieve the best possible outcomes. Children experience consistently high levels of engagement and kindness from staff. With support from adults, children learn to play cooperatively and share, even when it might feel tricky. For example, when multiple children wanted to ride the two-seater bike, they agreed to take turns using a sand timer to make things fair. Every aspect of the school day has been carefully planned to support pupils' wider development. Children who stay for lunch enjoy healthy, tasty meals before going outside to explore the meadow. Inspectors saw children enjoying butternut squash lasagne, happily chatting about the taste, and different types of pasta that they enjoy. Children delight in the outdoor environment, which provides a range of opportunities for physical development and exploration.

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