Sunderland nursery celebrates ‘strong’ Ofsted report
A Sunderland nursery is “incredibly proud” following the results of its most recent Ofsted inspection.
Kids Planet, in Ettrick Grove, Sunderland, received a “strong standard” – the second highest of five grades – in all areas, including achievement, behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines, children’s welfare and wellbeing, curriculum and teaching, inclusion and leadership and governance.
According to Ofsted inspectors, children at this nursery feel “secure, valued and happy”.
The report states: “They have developed warm trusting relationships with staff and their key persons.
"Children enjoy learning and take part in activities with enthusiasm.
"They have a range of opportunities within a well-planned curriculum. As a result, children become kind, confident and effective communicators.”
This nursery prides itself on creating positive partnerships with all parents and guardians, making them feel “heard, valued and fully engaged”.
Kids Planet also “recognises each child’s uniqueness by weaving their interests from home into its activities”.
The report continues: “Children develop their sense of self and confidence. They respond positively to sensitive reminders about sharing resources.
"Children learn how to interact kindly. Consequently, children thrive and become their best selves in this environment.”
Inspectors have told leaders at this nursery to continue their hard work to “ensure continued improvements and high standards”.
The report states: “They should focus on creating a transformational impact over a sustained period of time.”
Deborah Batey, nursery manager, said: “We are incredibly proud to see our hard work recognised in this latest Ofsted report.
"The recognition of our nature-based Udeskole approach is particularly meaningful, as developing our outdoor learning environment and creating inspiring opportunities for children to explore and learn has been a major focus for our team.
"With the support of our sports coach Riley, these experiences have become an important part of everyday life at the nursery.
“Having worked here for almost 30 years, I have had the privilege of supporting generations of local families, so this recognition feels especially special.
"I am immensely proud of our team and everything they do to create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can thrive."
This nursery was inspected on Tuesday, August 18.