Sunderland nursery praised for support and inclusivity in latest Ofsted report

Helping Hands Childcare, in Pennywell, received “expected standard” in achievement, behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines, curriculum and learning, inclusion and leadership and governance.

The daycare centre was also awarded a “strong standard” in children’s welfare and wellbeing.

According to inspectors, children are “happy” and “eager to learn” in this nursery.

The report states: “They benefit from a well-planned curriculum that covers skills across all areas of learning.

"Children's own interests are also taken into account.

"Children's learning and next steps are generally considered by staff. They are supported by carefully adapted activities.

"This typically meets children's needs, specifically those who face barriers to learning.”

According to inspectors, children feel “safe, secure and valued” at Helping Hands Childcare.

The report states: “They have positive attachments with their key workers.

"Children gain reassurance and support. This helps them to develop a sense of belonging.”

Inspectors also praised the positive relationships formed with families, noting how they are a “genuine partnership with the setting”.

Families work with staff at the nursery to recognise children’s individual needs, interests and experiences.

Helping Hands has also been given a couple of areas to improve in.

The report states: “Leaders should ensure that strategies and approaches used to support individual children are implemented consistently by all staff, so that children receive a clear and effective learning experience across the setting.”

Leaders have also been advised to review the use of dummies and comforters during “targeted activities” to ensure children’s communication and language development is constantly promoted.

The nursery has been contacted by the Echo for comment.