Inspection

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS INSPECTION

Inspection Dates: 9th November to 10th November 2010
Inspection Quotes from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

6.1 The overall effectiveness of the EYFS is good with some outstanding features, fulfilling the school’s aim of education for confidence.
Good leadership and management ensure the children’s welfare needs are met.
The capacity for continued development of the provision is underpinned by excellent teamwork and reflective self-evaluation.

6.2 Excellent risk assessments and daily checks ensure the premises are free from hazards, and additional checks are carried out before outings or special events.
Parents express a very high level of satisfaction, with many commenting on the warm, nurturing nature of staff.

6.3 The quality of provision, both indoors and out, is good with some outstanding features. Classrooms are bright, airy and provide free flow access to the stimulating outside environment.
Plenty resources provide very good opportunities for purposeful play and exploration.
The balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities is outstanding, with children moving freely from activity to activity.
Outstanding support for the children’s welfare is provided by caring staff who develop genuine bonds with the children, and the establishment of appropriate health and safety routines provide clear expectations for children to follow.

6.4 Children enjoy their learning, joining in enthusiastically with the available activities. Very good role modelling, and gentle reinforcement of classroom rules results in children developing outstanding social skills and standards of behaviour.