Our Lady's First Steps Pre-School

Philosophy: There is a clear curriculum and, overall, staff organise activities well.

Activities: Children enjoy many opportunities that help them to develop good speaking and early reading and writing skills.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children make good progress from their starting points, developing attention, hand-to-eye coordination, understanding of technology, and early literacy skills.

Communication: Staff exchange information with parents in a variety of ways; they feel well informed about their child's progress through daily talks and regular written assessments.

Community Building: Parents enjoy attending stay-and-play sessions, where they speak to staff and join in activities with their children.

Programs and Resources: Additional funding is used appropriately to meet children's individual learning needs.

Staff Training: Many staff have received training on how to assess children’s early language skills.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Babies and children settle quickly and demonstrate strong bonds with staff.

Safeguarding Training: Staff regularly renew their safeguarding training and know how to report any concerns about children and families.

Play and Learning Integration: Children exercise in the fresh air every day and learn about nature and develop various skills through themed activities.

Transition to Primary School: Staff carefully sequence opportunities for physical development to build safely on each child’s prior learning.

Diversity Management: Children are introduced to the traditions and celebrations of different cultures and faiths through age-appropriate activities.

Child Safety Management: Staff check indoor and outdoor areas regularly to ensure children's safety.

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel safe and secure in a nursery due to the well-managed environment and caring staff.

Teaching Personal Safety: Staff ensure that children are aware of risk assessments, such as placing cones on wet slide steps.

Happiness and Settling: Children look happy and settled, and they enjoy their time at the nursery.