Nell Gwynn Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 10 May 2023

Leaders provide a caring and inclusive learning environment. They have designed an ambitious curriculum. They set clear boundaries for behaviour, which children respond to well. Adults encourage children to help each other and have positive attitudes to their learning. Children build strong and positive working relationships with adults. They settle in well. Adults are strong role models. Children are absorbed in their learning here. The outdoor learning environment is a buzz of excitement. Children enjoy spending time riding the bikes and planting and watering plants. Leaders ensure that children of different ages have allocated time in each outdoor area. Children access many diverse, enriching experiences. For example, they draw, write and talk about the names of adult and baby animals. Children learn about the local community and the world around them. This includes celebrating different festivals. Adults help children to become confident and independent. All parents and carers who gave their views hold the school in high regard.

What the school should improve

• On occasion, staff do not maximise opportunities to develop children's communication and language skills. This means that children's deeper knowledge and understanding of key content is not developed as well as it could. Leaders must ensure that staff make the most of all interactions with children to consolidate and secure what children know and can remember.

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