Sandy Bears Nursery + Pre School

Ofsted rating for Sandy Bears Nursery + Pre School

Last inspected 25 March 2025

What it's like to attend

• Children receive a warm welcome from caring and attentive staff, and all children show that they are settled and happy.
• The curriculum is effective in supporting children's progress, and children are curious learners showing interest in exploration.
• Leaders are good role models for staff, guiding and supporting their practice well, and using evaluation to identify appropriate areas for improvement.
• Staff are committed to nurturing children's learning and quickly identify children who may need additional support, collaborating effectively with other professionals.
• Staff help children develop a wide range of skills for school, understanding the importance of good communication and language skills.
• Staff encourage children to take on self-care tasks and develop healthy lifestyles, offering regular opportunities for fresh air and exercise in the outdoor area.
• Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, model positive behaviours, and incorporate mathematical concepts into children's play and routines.
• Leaders and staff build strong relationships with parents and carers, ensuring parents are involved in all aspects of their children's care and education.

• 1Support children to maintain focus and listen more intently, by considering the impact of background distractions on children's engagement and learning.
• 2Strengthen the curriculum by structuring it more precisely for each age group of children.