Partou Little Big Steps Nursery and Pre-school in Bristol has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted.
In their adjudication, the inspectors write: “Parents report their children love coming to the nursery and have grown in confidence since attending.”
Partou Little Big Steps Nursery and Pre-school in Bristol has received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted.
Located in The Park Centre on Daventry Road, the modern, purpose-built setting serves families principally from the Filwood Park and Knowle areas of the city.
The nursery is full of bright, spacious playrooms complemented by well-equipped, safe outdoor areas for the children to explore.
In reaching their judgement, the Ofsted inspectors observed the quality of education provided, both indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning.
They also spoke to parents and team members, joined Nursery Manager Bev Wells on a learning walk around the facilities, and accompanied her in observing a group activity.
“Children are happy and confident in the nursery environment,” the final report notes. “Staff have good relationships with children that enable them to feel safe and secure. They provide children with a learning environment that is centred around their needs.”
The inspectors praise Partou Little Big Steps for developing and delivering “a curriculum that promotes children's independence and confidence to ensure children are ready for their next stage of learning.” They continue: “All children show high levels of confidence and engage with play for extended periods.”
The report adds: “Staff promote children's language and communication at every opportunity.”
The inspectors highlight that team members are “well supported by the provider and receive regular opportunities to discuss their health and wellbeing, as well as their training needs and workload.”
And safeguarding arrangements at the setting are deemed to be “effective.” The report says: “There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.”
Responding to the outcome, Bev Wells, Partou Little Big Steps Nursery Manager, said: “We are really pleased to receive a ‘Good’ rating across all areas of activity.
“I am proud to lead such a strong team of highly qualified, experienced professionals who are fully focussed on supporting the children in their learning journey.
“It is satisfying that the happy and upbeat culture we have worked so diligently to establish is a central theme of the Ofsted report.”
Samantha Rhodes, Partou Managing Director, added: “Congratulations to Bev and the entire team on such a positive report.
"Seizing every fun-packed day is central to the Partou experience. Little Big Steps achieves this through an impressive learning environment which is so crucial for children's development.
“I am delighted the team feels they are being properly supported with regard to wellbeing, training and workload.”