Remi has become more confident and really come out of herself since being at pre-school. Her speech has improved immensely due to the care of her teachers.
My daughter is developing quickly, I’m very happy with everything at the Pre-School. She comes home telling me what she has been getting up to and is clearly enjoying her time at Arnold St. Mary’s.
Children are warmly welcomed and those less confident or new to the setting are appropriately comforted and supported.
Records required in relation to children’s personal details are maintained enabling staff to cater for individual needs.
Those parents spoken to during the inspection express that their children are ‘happy’ and they find the staff ‘approachable’ enabling them to discuss their children’s needs or share any concerns.
Those new to the group receive individual attention and comfort from their key worker, helping them to develop confidence to begin to play.
The pre-school has excellent partnerships with health professionals.
Staff effectively monitor children’s progress, in order to quickly identify and implement extra support where needed.
Children make consistently good progress in their learning.
The pre-school boasts particularly good outdoor provision. Children benefit from daily opportunities to run, dig and explore in the large, well-resourced play area. Their physical well-being is actively promoted.