A pre-school has been graded as ‘outstanding’ in all areas.
Pippin Pre-school in Stotfold received the top grade from Ofsted, improving on its previous ‘good’ grade.
The report says: “Staff have an excellent understanding of how to engage children in playing and exploring.
“Staff organise activities that challenge children to make discoveries and extend activities themselves to continue learning.
“This ensures that they are extremely well prepared for school.”
Children make independent choices about where to play and move freely between the outdoor and indoor areas, developing their self-esteem.
Children’s learning is closely monitored and this ensures that planning is focused to their needs.
The staff are motivated and knowledgeable and the managers have high expectations.
Staff are regularly trained in safeguarding and the children are very well protected.