Children's confidence and self-esteem are boosted by frequent praise from the staff. Their independence and self-reliance are enhanced. For instance, they make many decisions for themselves in choosing activities and resources. Communication, language and literacy Children are making satisfactory progress towards the early learning goals in communication, language and literacy. The programme has some strong features, but there are a few gaps in provision too.
Good work is done to support the development of children's communication skills.
They are encouraged to express themselves, for example, when they sit together at the mid-morning break. They listen attentively when staff speak or read a story. Opportunities are, however, missed to extend children's vocabulary though the introduction and explanation of new words. In role play or in play with puppets, children enjoy using language imaginatively. They use language to negotiate.