A NURSERY school is celebrating as they retain their ‘good’ Ofsted report.

Greenfields Nursery in Rawtenstall was praised for helping children “explore and engage”. The nursery was also complimented on good safety and hygiene practices.

Inspector Helen Gaze said: “Children explore and become engaged in their own learning because staff plan a vibrant and exciting environment. Staff provide good resources which children use well to extend their play.”

She added: “Children's good health is promoted effectively through the clear hygiene routines implemented and through regular access to the outdoor area. This supports children successfully in developing an active and healthy lifestyle.

“Managers ensure safeguarding is given high priority and that staff have a secure knowledge and understanding of their role. Therefore, all children are kept safe and protected.”

The nursery was described as using parents evenings to good effect. Ms Gaze added: “Partnership with parents are good.”

The nursery were advised to work on deployment of staff and to make group learning more effective to reach an outstanding level.