According to government policy all teaching facilities must have regular inspections by their Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED). We have an up to date Ofsted report, receiving our last inspection on the 9th May 2007. A copy of this report can be accessed from pre-school or can be viewed on the Ofsted website here, a selection of comments are reproduced below.

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding. The quality and standards of the nursery education are good.

The provision is good. Children are effectively protected from infection as they learn the importance of washing their hands before eating. Children enjoy healthy snacks at pre-school. Children enjoy the fresh air every day.

The provision is good. Children play in a very welcoming room, adorned with attractive displays of their work. Children access a good range of high quality resources easily and safely. Children are kept safe in the setting as there are good systems in place to monitor access to the building. There is a keypad entry system and doors are alarmed.

The provision is good. Children enjoy their time in the setting. The quality of teaching and learning is good. Plans show that a good range of activities are provided which cover all the areas of learning. These plans clearly show how each activity will support learning.

The provision is good. Children are polite, confident and have good relationships with staff and with each other. Children's individual needs are known and responded to. Children who have special needs receive very good support from staff who are interested and committed to doing the best they can for each child. Children's behaviour is excellent.

The organisation is good. Children play in a well organised setting where all who work with the children are suitable to do so. The rooms in which children play are well set out and provide a stimulating environment. Leadership and management of the nursery education is good.