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Mar 2023
Ripon nursery creates 'joy and happiness', says Ofsted
A nursery in Ripon has been praised for the sense of joy it creates in its children.
In a report published this week, Ofsted said Stepping Stones in Blossomgate offered "purposeful" activities and helped children to become more independent.
Rating the setting 'good', inspector Jen Lyons said:
The inspection, which took place in February, found staff helped children to develop their understanding in key areas of the curriculum.
Indoor activities, such as learning the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff, were followed by imaginative play outside when the children pretended to be characters from the fairytale.
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Ms Lyons said the nursery's approach of making learning enjoyable helped children to engage and make good progress.
She added:
Looking at areas for improvement, the report recommended the nursery should ensure consistent teaching about personal care, such as washing hands before meals.
Stepping Stones manager Clare Brigantes said she was pleased with the latest Ofsted report and that the recommended improvement was already in place.
She told the Stray Ferret:
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