OFSTED 

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We were delighted with yet another 'outstanding' Ofsted at Rachel Keeling in March 2018. These are the findings staff were most proud of:
  • A warm family ethos encourages staff and children to excel
  • Children are happy, confident, independent and curious learners
  • Governors are active participants in the life of the school and subsequently know the school well
  • The local authority views the school as a centre of excellence
  • The wide range of engaging, exciting resources and activities provide rich, varied and imaginative experiences
  • The events the school runs supports its strong community ethos
  • Children make substantial and sustained progress
  • There is a strong culture of safeguarding in the school
  • Staff know families extremely well and you are committed to supporting families to ensure the very best outcomes for all children
  • The children's well being is at the centre of everything you do... no child goes unnoticed
  • The promotion of British values is intertwined into the school's values
  • Children are at the centre of learning experiences and their voices are listened to and valued
  • Learning Journals illustrate the wide range of exciting learning experiences that the children enjoy and show evidence of children's strong progress
  • An inspirational leadership team
  • Leaders work alongside families to help them to understand the nursery school's philosophy towards learning through play
  • The school has developed the website as a tool to promote its exemplary practice
  • The school is fully committed to improving early years practice for all children
  • The well being of children is a clear focus for all adults. As a result, children are resilient and independent learners
  • The innovate allocation of a unique puppet doll to each class promotes emotional literacy and self-esteem, and supports children's understanding of empathy while also enabling staff to tackle more challenging issues with young children
  • Children at Rachel Keeling are extremely well prepared for transition to Reception academically, socially and emotionally
What did families say to the inspector about Rachel Keeling?
  • "We are made to feel part of the school family"
  • "The nursery provides activities and adventures to engage young minds every day"
  • "Experiences provide him with a solid foundation for the remainder of his years"
  • "The Saturday Garden brings whole families together, strengthening the community bond"
  • "Rachel Keeling is a stable, caring environment in which my child can flourish"
  • The school encourages responsibility, independence and personal expression"