Ofsted “GOOD” for Spring Carousel

Children are at the heart of this warm and welcoming nursery…..The overwhelming theme of Spring Carousels recent Ofsted “GOOD” report.

Their report makes it clear that the children are at the heart of everything Spring Carousel do, from their high quality, inclusive care to their continual reflection on how to raise the quality of the provision further to benefit children and families.

Here are some of the wonderful things their inspector had to say:

• Children develop close relationships with the caring staff who know them well. They confidently explore the environment and engage with activities that support their interests. Babies
  delight as they enthusiastically join in with familiar songs, clapping with excitement and joining in with the actions. Toddlers look intently at tiny caterpillars in a jar as staff explain that these will become butterflies. Older children enjoy making dough, practising their counting skills as they spoon in the ingredients.

• The management team is dedicated and highly ambitious. It works closely with the enthusiastic staff team to provide high-quality, inclusive care and education for all children. Staff place a high priority on getting to know each child and family extremely well. They provide parents with a wealth of information and advice, and parents advise that all the staff ‘go over and above’ to support them and their children.

• Staff identify any gaps in children’s learning and development to ensure that their individual needs are supported effectively. They work closely with parents and seek support from other external professionals to ensure that children swiftly get the help and support they need. Individual plans are put in place to help children work towards achievable targets and make progress in their individual learning and development.

• The manager is committed to supporting children to develop a love of books. Children of all ages take home ‘bedtime story bags’ containing a book, teddy and torch, helping parents to engage in a fun bedtime reading experience with their children. Children show interest in reading and choose books independently to look at in the book areas, carefully turning the pages and showing interest as they intently look at the pictures. They listen well to the stories staff read, joining in with familiar words and phrases.

We spoke with Jade Arnold, Nursery Manager, about what it meant to her and her team:

I’m really proud of our team for creating such a fun and welcoming space for our children and families. Our team is amazing and always puts the children first. Their hard work truly shines in everything they do! I believe our report reflects how dedicated they are to supporting the children and families, going the extra mile for their bright futures. As a manager, I feel lucky to work with such an awesome team and be part of this wonderful nursery. Thank you for all your support!

It is clear to see that Spring Carousel are an outstanding team and we know you will join us in congratulating them for their amazing report. If you would like to read the full report you can find it here https://springchildcare.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/EYR-Inspection-Report-EIF-3.pdf

Well Done Spring Carousel!!