Children's progress is assessed through daily observations and is recorded regularly. Assessments are linked to the six areas of learning and to the desirable learning outcomes. Staff know the children well, and as one member 1 of staff is responsible for each child they are aware of their talents and any difficulties they may be having. Monitoring of teaching is carried out informally by the nursery supervisor through observations and discussions, and more formally by staff appraisals. Staff training needs are acknowledged and met through courses with the local Authority and the Pre-School Learning Alliance.
All children have regular access to the full range of activities.
The brief Special Educational Needs Policy makes no reference to the Department of Education's Code of Practice 1994 on the Identification of Children with Special Educational Needs. Not all staff are familiar with the Code of Practice. Resources are good and used effectively to promote children's learning. The accommodation is spacious and staff make very good use of all areas. Regular use is made of the outdoor area.