Ofsted praises Finchley nursery for inclusion and communication
Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool recognised for nurturing approach and effective assessment.
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Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool, located in Finchley, has been recognised by Ofsted for its nurturing approach to early years education. The nursery achieved a 'Strong Standard' in two key areas: inclusion, and leadership and governance. Inspectors observed that children at the nursery make good progress and are well-prepared for their next stage of education.
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The nursery employs the Bright Horizons Nurture Approach, which centres on building strong relationships and understanding each child's unique requirements. A key element of this approach involves staff assisting children in expressing themselves and communicating with confidence through Makaton. This communication system integrates speech with signs and symbols, enabling children to use signs for common requests during daily activities. Staff also adapt their communication methods to suit individual children, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
Recognising that children develop at different paces, the nursery provides a dedicated sensory room. This space is designed to help young children build confidence, improve focus, and develop social skills. For children who require additional time to adjust to the nursery environment, extra stay-and-play sessions are available.
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Ofsted inspectors specifically noted the nursery team's ability to identify children's needs at an early stage. They observed that the staff utilise 'effective assessment and rigorous monitoring' to provide support tailored to each child. Furthermore, the inspectors commended the nursery's strong connections with families, describing the partnerships with parents as 'highly effective' and greatly valued. Regular communication between staff and families ensures consistency in supporting each child's needs and experiences between home and the nursery.
Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool offers care and early education for children aged from three months to five years.
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+What did Ofsted praise about the nursery?
Ofsted praised Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool for its nurturing approach to helping every child communicate confidently. The nursery achieved a 'Strong Standard' in inclusion and leadership and governance, with inspectors noting effective assessment and strong family partnerships.
+How does the nursery help children communicate?
Staff at the nursery use Makaton, a system combining speech with signs and symbols, to help children express themselves and communicate with confidence. They also adapt their communication methods to suit individual children's needs, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
+What facilities help children's development?
The nursery provides a sensory room designed to help young children build confidence, focus, and social skills. Additionally, extra stay-and-play sessions are offered for children who need more time to settle into the nursery environment.
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