A Leeds nursery where children “show positive attitudes to their learning and a sense of wonder about the world around them” has been praised by Ofsted.
The official report following a September inspection of Partou Nursery Lane Day Nursery and Pre-school in Alwoodley adds: “Parents and carers acknowledge the beneficial experiences that the nursery provides for their children.”
Inspection Findings
Safeguarding standards at Partou Nursery Lane were deemed to be ‘met’ with the nursery achieving ‘expected standard’ in all six key evaluation areas.
The Ofsted inspector commends team members at the setting for ensuring “that the nursery environment is well planned to promote collaborative play and spark children's interests.”
The nursery’s approach to teaching is highlighted, with the inspector observing how Partou Nursery Lane team members “plan and deliver an ambitious well sequenced curriculum for all children including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and other barriers to learning.”
Families and Parents
The report records that families “say that they feel warmly welcomed into the nursery.” It continues: “They highly value the love and care that leaders and staff show towards them, as well as their children. Parents feel well informed about their children's learning and experiences in the nursery. They comment positively on the high levels of communication from staff.”
And according to the Ofsted inspector, children's barriers to learning “are regularly addressed, as staff invite parents into the nursery for regular meetings about their children's development and next steps in learning.”
They write: “Parents and carers appreciate the open-day events, such as stay and-play sessions, which they are invited to attend. This supports parents to observe the care and support that staff provide for their children and promotes ongoing partnership working with the nursery.”
Nursery Lane is a popular day nursery and pre-school choice for families in Alwoodley, Moortown and Moor Allerton.
Comments From the Team
Alishah Manzoor, Nursery Lane Manager, said:
"We are really pleased with our inspection outcome and the report accurately demonstrates the strong bonds between team members and the families.
"We have worked hard to create a positive, inclusive culture where no child is left behind in their learning, alongside a healthy environment centred on nutritious food and exciting outdoor learning."
Sam Sleeman-Boss, Partou Head of Early Years, said:
"Congratulations to Alishah and the Nursery Lane team on having their fantastic work with children and families recognised by Ofsted
"Their commitment and dedication to ensuring the children extract every possible benefit from their nursery experience is fully evident in the inspector’s comments."
