Little Achievers Forest Nursery rated 'Requires Improvement'

Little Achievers Forest School Nursery, in Higher Ramsgreave Road, had previously been rated good by Ofsted prior to the latest inspection.

Behaviour and attitudes, and personal development, were rated 'good', but leadership and management, and the quality of education, are areas where improvement is needed.

The inspection stated the nursery did not 'build on the manager's and staff's expertise to help promote some children's individual learning needs'.

The report said: "Due to some gaps in leadership and management, systems for supporting children with additional needs are not implemented consistently.

"Interventions to prevent gaps in progress are not put in place in a timely manner.

"The provider does not have a thorough enough system of supervision to review what support children need. As a result, this leaves some children at risk of falling behind.

"Staff in this nursery ensure that children are happy and settled. Upon arrival, children are greeted warmly by staff, who provide a welcoming environment where children feel emotionally secure.

"Older children use rich language to express themselves. They are confident talkers who embrace the interesting learning opportunities on offer."

However, there were good aspects mentioned in the report, including 'golden rules' that help the children understand what is expected of them.

The report continued: "Children behave well. Children use good manners and are respectful to others and the environment.

"They benefit from lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills. For example, children have access to a play barn that provides them with a range of enriching opportunities to support their physical development.

"The outdoor area provides children with a wealth of rich learning in nature. This helps to develop children's love and understanding of the natural world and the changing seasons."

Little Achievers Forest School Nursery has been contacted for comment.