Strong Close Nursery School & Children's Centre

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children are interested and engaged in their environment and try new activities with confidence.

Communication: Parents describe the centre as providing a safe and welcoming environment; they are confident that their children will be secure and well cared for.

Programs and Resources: Well planned drop-in activities, such as sensory stimulation for children with disabilities, are helping parents to enjoy and understand parenthood.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Users appreciate the friendly, approachable staff who form trusted working relationships among families.

Safeguarding Training: The headteacher has very strong procedures to make sure staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children.

Play and Learning Integration: Children at the centre access a diverse and inviting setting with stimulating outdoor provision that promotes physical health.

Transition to Primary School: Children make good progress in the nursery which helps them to be ready for their move to school.

Child Safety Management: All services offered in the centre keep users safe.

Children's Safety and Security: The centre’s excellent relationships with families and their children allow staff to identify any safety concerns within families and intervene quickly.

Happiness and Settling: Parents we spoke to describe the centre as providing a safe and welcoming environment; they are confident that their children will be secure and well cared for.

Nutritional Menu: The family support team ensures that children and their parents are supported to recognize the importance of balanced food choices. Well-organized programs such as ‘cook and eat’ and weaning courses help parents to understand the need for, and develop their skills in, preparing healthy food.