A NURSERY has been rated outstanding in every area and overall by Ofsted.

Inspectors from the education watchdog visited Children’s Place Owlet, Shipley, back in September.

It has improved since the last inspection in 2015, when it was judged to be good.

A report from the latest visit says: “Staff are exceptionally skilled at producing accurate assessments of children’s progress which help them identify strengths and gaps in learning.

“Staff use these to tailor the curriculum to children’s individual needs while expertly promoting learning through play.

“Staff make extremely good use of their observations of children to plan next steps.

“These steps support and help children to move on in their learning rapidly.

“Staff have high-quality relationships with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and exceptional communication with other agencies to support children’s transition to school.”

It adds: “The management team carries out regular and robust supervisions and appraisals of staff. These help to ensure that the excellent staff team shares the managers’ vision and determination.

“The management team and staff are fully committed to providing the very best for all children. The outdoor areas are extremely well resourced. There is a wide range of opportunities on offer for all children to take part in physical challenges and manage their own safety.

“Children are highly motivated, resilient and develop can-do attitudes.”

“Children’s behaviour and attitudes towards other children and staff are impeccable. Staff are superb role models.

“They gently model excellent manners and create a positive atmosphere of respect and mutual trust. For example, children explained to each other how it is nice to share the toys.”

The report also highlights how children with SEND receive “exemplary” levels of support - staff work with other professionals and special schools to “identify and provide the support children need, both now and for their future”.

Children are also said to make “rapid progress” and are “extremely well prepared for the next stage in their education”.

The report says: “High-quality training and ongoing professional development for all staff are given high priority by the manager and room leaders. Staff are fully committed to developing practice and support one another in further refining their excellent teaching skills.”

In looking at safeguarding, inspectors said the manager and deputy have “exceptional knowledge of protecting children in their care”.

Children’s Place Director Debbie Burke said “We are in the important and privileged position of using our skills and strengths, through partnership with parents, families, carers and other agencies, to help to grow the future of this wonderful city.”

Nursery Manager Sally Whiteley added: “We are delighted to have received this recognition from Ofsted. The team work exceptionally hard to ensure every child receives experiences that will last them a lifetime. We work in close partnership with Owlet Children and Family Centre and many other agencies to ensure every child’s individual needs are met.”