Quorn Nursery School

In December 2022, books brought from home, drinks poured from small jugs and indoor climbing equipment characterised daily life at Quorn Nursery School: everyday independence alongside stories and physical play. It has capacity for 32 children on Church Lane in Quorn.

At its December 2022 inspection, Ofsted rated the nursery Good overall. The children attending then were aged two to four; the account below describes practice from that time.

In December 2022, stories and singing featured daily, and children brought favourite books to share with staff. Small-world play encouraged imagination, while conversations connected new language with familiar experiences. These were practical ways to make reading and conversation part of play.

The early years foundation stage sets requirements for children's learning, development and care: here, the December 2022 activities included language, creative work and physical skills. Children practised cutting catalogue pictures with scissors and made pictures using glitter and glue. Staff planned activities around children's interests and intended learning.

Physical play had several forms in December 2022. Large indoor equipment allowed climbing and sliding, while a sports activity took place fortnightly. Outdoors, placing decorations on a Christmas tree involved careful finger movements. There was also a creative session led by an external teacher, with actions accompanying songs and rhymes.

At the December 2022 inspection, Ofsted found safeguarding effective and recognised staff's work with families and external agencies to support children needing additional help. Those are dated judgements rather than assurances about today's provision.

Everyday care in December 2022 encouraged children to attempt tasks before receiving help. Pouring drinks, peeling fruit and handling food packaging gave them manageable responsibilities; children also used the bathroom independently. Respectful conversations and praise supported the daily routine.

Two limitations matter alongside these strengths. In December 2022, quieter children occasionally needed help to join activities that staff did not recognise promptly. Information about online safety reached parents, but children's opportunities to understand hazards associated with internet-enabled devices needed broadening.

The address is Church Lane, Quorn, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 8DP.

In December 2022, opening hours ran from 9am to 3pm on weekdays during term time. Funded early education was offered then for children aged two, three and four. These arrangements belong to that inspection period.

• Support for quieter children. Recognising when less confident children needed help was a December 2022 improvement point. For a child who hangs back, discuss how staff notice this and help them participate.
• Children's online safety. The December 2022 improvement point concerned children's understanding of digital hazards. Ask how this is now introduced through age-appropriate learning.
• Attendance arrangements. The December 2022 opening pattern was term-time weekdays, 9am to 3pm. What current attendance options would fit your family's routine?

Quorn Nursery School merits consideration for families who value reading, practical independence and physical play. The December 2022 picture gives concrete reasons for that fit, from favourite books shared with staff to fortnightly sport. Families with quieter children should give participation support particular attention when choosing.