We are thrilled to share the news that Tiptree Day Nursery has received a Good Ofsted rating! To learn more about this incredible achievement, we caught up with the Nursery Manager, Karen Austin, to discuss what this milestone means to the team, children, and families.
What Contributed Most to This Achievement?
From management’s close collaboration with the team, to embedding the curriculum into daily routines, every effort played a role in achieving this outcome. Strong bonds between the team and their key children were particularly noteworthy. Knowing the children well and understanding how best to support them has been instrumental in our achievements.
Key Strengths Highlighted in the Ofsted Report
The Ofsted report highlighted several key strengths that define the nursery. It recognised the management and team’s unwavering commitment to providing children with high-quality care and education in an environment that is both fun and nurturing. Children’s understanding of safety and health is reinforced daily through established routines and consistent guidance. The inspector also noted the positive workplace culture, where the team feel supported through regular supervisions and benefit from a hands-on management team that values their well-being.
Continuous evaluation and reflection were praised as driving improvements in outcomes for children. Finally, the nursery’s inclusive ethos was commended.
“We are thrilled with the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection. Our team works tirelessly to create a warm and welcoming environment for every child, offering a rich array of opportunities to support their development and nurture their interests through our carefully designed nursery curriculum and routines.
Karen Austin, Nursery Manager
What This Rating Means for the Nursery and Parents
This rating affirms that the nursery provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop and thrive. It reassures parents that their children are in capable hands, supported by a dedicated team that prioritises their well-being and education. The Tiptree Day Nursery team aim to continue building trust with families by maintaining open communication and fostering strong partnerships.
Here’s what some of their parents had to say:
My husband and I have always been very impressed with the level of care and support always at the forefront of our daughters time in the setting. Staff are always upbeat and friendly, which translates into a motivating environment for the children.
Parent of child at the nursery
My daughter has additional needs and there have never been any barriers, quite the opposite. The staff welcome visitors from outside agencies that work with my daughter and take on board recommendations, advice and interventions willingly which I am sure you will see evidenced in the setting.
Parent of child at the nursery
Community Celebration
To celebrate this achievement, they recently hosted a space-themed stay-and-play session during an open day. Parents joined them in toasting the result with a bottle of Nozecco and shared their congratulations. Copies of the Ofsted report were shared with all families so they could see first-hand the inspector’s feedback.
I am very sad that my daughter has just two terms left in the nursery. We are all rather attached to the team and will always be grateful for the positive impact they have had on our daughter.
parent of child at nursery
Final Thoughts from the Nursery
The team are incredibly proud of this Good Ofsted rating! Together, they’ve built a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can grow and learn. They send huge Thanks to the children and families for being a part of their journey.
We are incredibly proud of our fantastic team and all that we have achieved together. Moving forward, we remain committed to providing the best possible learning experiences for the children in our care.
karen austin, nursery manager