A Leeds nursery where children “show positive attitudes to their learning and a sense of wonder about the world around them” has been praised by Ofsted.
The official report following an inspection of Partou Nursery Lane Day Nursery and Pre-school in Alwoodley adds: “Parents and carers acknowledge the beneficial experiences that the nursery provides for their children.”
Last year, Ofsted changed the way early years settings are graded, replacing the previous single-word judgement with a renewed framework that focuses on safeguarding and a broad range of evaluation areas: inclusion; curriculum and teaching; achievement; behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines; children’s welfare and wellbeing; and leadership and governance.
Safeguarding standards at Partou Nursery Lane were deemed to be ‘met’ with the nursery achieving ‘expected standard’ in all six key evaluation areas, recognising that the team are delivering consistently high-quality childcare and education.
The Ofsted inspector commends team members at the setting for ensuring “that the nursery environment is well planned to promote collaborative play and spark children’s interests.”
They note that “children have daily access to the wonderfully spacious and well-resourced outdoor space.” The report continues: “Leaders ensure that mealtimes provide healthy options for children. Staff talk to children about what is in their food and help them to identify the healthy vegetables in their meal. This supports children’s understanding of a nutritious and balanced diet.”
The nursery’s approach to teaching is highlighted, with the inspector observing how Partou Nursery Lane team members “plan and deliver an ambitious well sequenced curriculum for all children including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and other barriers to learning.”
The report records that families “say that they feel warmly welcomed into the nursery.” It continues: “They highly value the love and care that leaders and staff show towards them, as well as their children. Parents feel well informed about their children’s learning and experiences in the nursery. They comment positively on the high levels of communication from staff.”
And according to the Ofsted inspector, children’s barriers to learning “are regularly addressed, as staff invite parents into the nursery for regular meetings about their children’s development and next steps in learning.” They write: “Parents and carers appreciate the open-day events, such as stay and-play sessions, which they are invited to attend. This supports parents to observe the care and support that staff provide for their children and promotes ongoing partnership working with the nursery.”
Partou Nursery Lane is a popular day nursery and pre-school choice for families in Alwoodley, Moortown and Moor Allerton. Its spacious playrooms offering a wide range of inspiring and educational activities are complemented by an impressive lawned garden and soft play areas designed for play and learning.
Alishah Manzoor, Partou Nursery Lane Manager, said:
“We are really pleased with our inspection outcome and the report accurately demonstrates the strong bonds between team members and the families. “We have worked hard to create a positive, inclusive culture where no child is left behind in their learning, alongside a healthy environment centred on nutritious food and exciting outdoor learning.”
Sam Sleeman-Boss, Partou Head of Early Years, said:
“Congratulations to Alishah and the Nursery Lane team on having their fantastic work with children and families recognised by Ofsted “Their commitment and dedication to ensuring the children extract every possible benefit from their nursery experience is fully evident in the inspector’s comments.”
