Calvary Pre-School

Activities: Staff provide a good range of stimulating activities which support all areas of children's learning

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children learn about other people and communities and develop respect and understanding of different ways of life

Communication: Parents comment on the good progress that their children make, particularly in learning to talk

Programs and Resources: Staff have high expectations for all children. This includes those receiving additional funding, children who are learning English as an additional language and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff are well supported in their professional development through regular meetings and supervision

Safeguarding Training: Managers and staff have a good knowledge of child protection and know how to keep children safe and well

Play and Learning Integration: Children enjoy being physically active and relish the opportunities to play outdoors each day

Transition to Primary School: Staff visit children in their homes before admission. This helps to reassure children and builds a strong bond with their key person right from the start

Diversity Management: Staff value children's individuality and ensure that they reflect all children's cultural heritages in the activities and resources they provide

Child Safety Management: Staff use ongoing risk assessments effectively to ensure the environment, indoors and outdoors, is safe and secure for children

Children's Safety and Security: Children demonstrate that they feel happy and safe at the pre-school

Teaching Personal Safety: They teach them the reasons for following good hygiene routines and why it is important to eat a healthy diet

Happiness and Settling: Children show positive attitudes towards learning. They enjoy challenges and are confident to persevere when tasks are challenging