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Castle Nursery And Preschool

Ofsted: GoodNursery

Old School Close, Off Markenfield Road, GUILDFORD, GU1 4QJ

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

72 children

Key details

Capacity

72 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

Castle Nursery And Preschool was inspected by Ofsted on 8 May 2024 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Children excitedly enter the nursery with their friends and separate easily from their parents. Staff know the children well and place a strong focus on their happiness. They provide a broad curriculum and an inviting environment, with resources to encourage children to play."

Key strengths

  • The staff team provide a curriculum based on children's developmental needs and interests.
  • The leadership team form close relationships with staff at the local schools.
  • Children enjoy freshly prepared meals, cooked on site, and confidently serve their food and pour their water.
  • Staff provide a range of activities for the children based on what they know and can do.
  • Children show a high level of concentration and perseverance in their play.

Areas for improvement

  • develop staff knowledge of questioning skills to allow children time to answer questions and think for themselves
  • strengthen the arrangements to share information with all parents to help develop children's learning and development at home.
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Location

Old School Close, Off Markenfield Road, GUILDFORD, GU1 4QJ

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