Children at a Kew nursery "thrive" and "make exceptional progress", according to a recent Ofsted Report.

Kew Green Nursery (KGN) has received an 'outstanding' rating following a recent inspection by the education watchdog.

The Nursery, part of Kew Green Preparatory School, was praised for its support of children's thinking skills and the positive learning environment it provides.

"Children thrive at this nursery," the Ofsted report said. "Staff demonstrate an exceptional understanding of how to support children's thinking skills.

"They create an environment rich in stories. This instils in children a love of books.

"Staff encourage children to think deeply about characters...Children are highly driven and curious learners."

Kew Green Nursery is a co-educational nursery for children ahed 2-4 years old (credit: Kew Green Nursery).

KGN is part of Kew Green Prep School, which has been educating children in the area for over 20 years and is part of the Gardener Schools Group.

The inspection report noted that KGN ensures pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make "excellent progress".

In addition it outlined that Leaders create learning opportunities that deepen children's understanding of concepts and ideas at KGN.

"Children are engrossed in their learning. They concentrate and focus at exceptionally high levels," Ofsted continued. 

"Children learn a wealth of knowledge through meticulously planned activities that capture a wide range of skills.

"Staff work extremely closely with parents and carers to ensure that children's learning continues uninterrupted at home. All children make exceptional progress in their learning."

Ofsted say children at this nursery are 'highly driven and curious learners' (credit: Kew Green Nursery).

Following the publication of the report, Head of Kew Green Preparatory School and Kew Green Nursery, Sasha Davies, told Richmond Nub News: "I am delighted that our Nursery has been awarded an 'outstanding' grading by Ofsted.

"From the very beginning, when we set out in 2022, to expand our excellent provision at Kew Green Prep, our vision was to create an exceptional nursery environment where every child is seen and valued as an individual.

"Opening in September 2022 was a proud moment, and this recognition reflects the dedication of our wonderful team, the strength of our school community, and the strong partnership we have built with parents.

"Together, we have created a nurturing early years space where children are happy, motivated, and thrive.

"We look forward to continuing this journey of excellence."

Kew Green Nursery currently has places available for parents looking to enrol their children (credit: Kew Green Nursery).

Head of the Nursery, Rowena Heaton, added: "I am so proud of my passionate early years team for their constant enthusiasm and care they show towards every single child in our care.

"I am delighted we gained outstanding at Ofsted and that their dedication has been recognised.

"The nursery over the past 2.5 years has grown from strength to strength with a wonderful team of highly qualified teachers at the helm.

"We believe every child learns best in a happy and stimulating environment full of creative based activities which encourage and develop children's communication skills, curiosity and collaboration."

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See the full Ofsted report here.

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