Rawmarsh Nursery School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 October 2023

Children arrive at this nursery school with big smiles on their faces. They are excited to be here. From the moment they hang their coats up, children are fully immersed in high- quality play and learning experiences. Staff prioritise developing warm and nurturing relationships with children. Children are safe. This is a place where children thrive. Whatever their starting points, children are exceptionally well supported in their learning and play by staff who are experts in understanding the needs of young children. In turn, children are enthusiastic and happy learners. The excellent start that children experience means that they are incredibly well prepared for their next steps in education. Behaviour is exemplary. Children follow simple rules alongside well-established routines. Children quickly learn to manage their own feelings due to the excellent level of care and support that adults provide. Children show independence from a young age because the school sets high expectations. Experienced and knowledgable staff guide and encourage children to do things for themselves. The school treats parents and carers as partners. Parents appreciate the way staff listen and guide them to help support their child. Parents speak highly of the school. As one parent said, 'This nursery has supported my child's confidence and self-esteem as well as her learning and development.'

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