One Nine Seven Park Nursery

Richmond Park gave outdoor learning a recognisable setting at One Nine Seven Park Nursery in July 2021: older children explored nature and practised taking manageable risks through forest school sessions. At its July 2021 inspection, Ofsted rated the nursery Good overall.

Based at 60 Park Road, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 6AU, the nursery has 50 places in total. In July 2021, it cared for children from three months to five years old. That dated picture combines close relationships with staff, practical learning and outings beyond the nursery.

In July 2021, the early years foundation stage took shape through counting during routines, shared stories and early writing activities using paint, chalk and foam. These gave children several ways to explore numbers, books and making marks. Water play involved filling and emptying containers, while a house-making activity prompted conversations about colour and shape.

The outdoor area was small in July 2021. Staff also used local parks, libraries and town walks, extending the places children could explore. Older children attended forest school sessions in Richmond Park, learning about nature and taking managed risks. The park was a concrete part of their learning experience.

At the July 2021 inspection, Ofsted found safeguarding effective and children with SEND making good progress with tailored support, alongside good progress for children learning English as an additional language and funded children.

In July 2021, babies sought hugs and comfort from their key person, and staff knew their care needs. Settling and moves between rooms were planned, giving these changes a familiar adult relationship to build on. Staff worked with parents and other professionals on individual support; additional funding had helped buy communication and language resources.

A nursery chef prepared fresh meals and snacks in July 2021. Children practised serving food and using cutlery, making mealtimes an opportunity to develop independence. Parents received updates about care, experiences and learning, with online resources supplied during the pandemic.

In July 2021, the nursery provided full day care and opened Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, throughout the year. It received funding for free early education for children aged two, three and four, as well as early years pupil premium. These attendance and funding details describe that period.

• Group learning. In July 2021, some group activities missed opportunities to deepen children's understanding. During a visit, ask how staff organise these activities now.
• Home languages. Children learning English as an additional language had too few opportunities to hear their home language in July 2021. Ask how your child's language would feature in their day.
• Outdoor space. The small outdoor area was supplemented by outings in July 2021, including Richmond Park forest school sessions. Ask how outdoor experiences are arranged for your child's age today.

One Nine Seven Park Nursery suits families who value close adult relationships, practical activities and learning beyond the nursery grounds. Its July 2021 picture includes comfort for babies, support tailored to individual needs and nature experiences for older children. The two development points, group activity organisation and home-language opportunities, deserve attention alongside those strengths.