A LICHFIELD pre-school has been rated as ‘good’ by inspectors.
Ofsted praised staff at Abacus Preschool, at Frank Halfpenny Hall, for their work with children who attend.
The inspectors said the team “positively contribute towards the children’s sense of security”.
They added:
“There are strategies in place to support children who sometimes struggle with behaviour. For example, staff use prompt cards, co-created with children, to help them to communicate what makes them feel happy.
“Parents and carers feel informed and supported in managing their children’s behaviour. They discuss the strategies shared by staff to ensure consistency between home and the setting.
“Leaders endeavour to support children’s future success. They complete the necessary paperwork to facilitate smooth transitions to school, engaging with multi-agency teams to improve children’s situations.
“They adapt the learning environment to promote children’s safety and promptly contact guardians to check on children’s wellbeing when absent.
“Funding is allocated appropriately. For example, leaders provide one-to-one support for children when needed and purchase resources that help to redirect attention and encourage self-regulation.”
The full report can be viewed on the Ofsted website.
