Luton Nursery ‘achieves a first’ with two Strong Ofsted standard ratings
Mini Scholars Nursery is celebrating achieving two Strong standard ratings following an Ofsted inspection in September.
And it says the rating means Mini Scholars has become the first nursery in Luton to achieve two Strong standards under the new Ofsted inspection framework.
The nursery, based in Hitchin Road, achieved two Strong Standards for Behaviour, Attitudes and Establishing Routines, and Children's Welfare and Wellbeing. Four Expected Standard ratings recognised Achievement, Curriculum and Teaching, Inclusion and Leadership and Governance.
As a small independent nursery in Luton, staff say they are particularly proud to have achieved the Ofsted recognition.
Manager Ms Nussarat Jan, said: "We feel incredibly proud to be the first PVI setting in Luton to achieve two Strong standards in our recent Ofsted inspection. Above all, we are so proud of our children, who inspire us every day with their curiosity, personalities and enthusiasm for learning.
"They are at the heart of everything we do. Our success belongs to our whole community; none of it would be possible without our dedicated team, supportive parents, and the guidance we have received from our early years consultants.
"We hope to continue growing and inspiring others through our nursery design, dedication and commitment to early years education."
Highlights from the Ofsted Report include:
Leaders create an ethos that embraces the needs of all children.
From an early age, children learn self-care skills that promote independence.
Children are supported to quickly settle and feel safe. Staff consistently use words relating to emotions and behaviours that children begin to relate to and express themselves.
Children behave very well. They quickly learn they can use resources, such as sand timers, to help them manage minor disputes around sharing and turn-taking.
Children thrive on praise and respect. They proudly show others the stickers they receive for showing kindness and being helpful.
Parents and carers report that children ask to come to nursery.
Key persons quickly build trusting relationships with children and their families.
Children enjoy selecting a piece of fruit to take home. They foster a secure foundation to help them make informed choices that reflect a healthy lifestyle.
Children, including those who speak English as an additional language, build vocabularies that help them to articulate their needs and interests.
Children show determination to complete tasks, helping them build resilience to become independent learners.
Leaders promote a clear ethos to give children opportunities that they may not otherwise experience.
Parents report they feel valued and supported.