'Exemplary behaviour' of children at 'welcoming' Newport daycare praised in Ofsted inspection
Inspectors have praised a Newport childcare centre for its inclusive ethos, with Ofsted highlighting strong standards in behaviour and children’s welfare.
Nic and Tim's Childcare, a nursery and daycare centre next to Tibberton CE Primary School near Newport, has been praised by inspectors after a recent visit from Ofsted.
The recently published report described the centre as "highly inclusive and welcoming nursery", highlighting a 'strong standard' across several key areas, including behaviour and children’s welfare.
Praising the staff's "consistently high expectations" for children's conduct, the inspectors found that children throughout the centre "demonstrated exemplary behaviour".
They added: "This is a direct result of staff nurturing them and providing dedicated guidance. Children willingly share toys and speak kindly to their friends, all of which contribute to a harmonious environment."
The setting’s outdoor provision, including forest school sessions, was also highlighted in the report.
Inspectors said that these experiences helped children to build confidence, resilience and physical skills while allowing to children to take safe, supervised "risks".
Ofsted also commended the nursery’s inclusive ethos and its strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Staff were described as "dedicated" to removing barriers to learning and supported children to access the full curriculum.
The report concluded: "Children are highly motivated and excited to follow their interests in this setting. From the moment they arrive, they laugh with their friends as they hurry to activities that spark their curiosity.
"When challenges arise, children are confident to ask for help and reassurance. This demonstrates the strong bonds they have with friends and staff, giving them a true sense of belonging.
"Children display resilience and develop positive attitudes to learning and the skills they need to become confident, successful lifelong learners."
The full report is available to view on the Ofsted website.
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