Regular observations and assessments are undertaken with staff showing a good knowledge of individual children. However, although clear records show progress in some aspects of communication, language and literacy, mathematics and personal, social and emotional development, detailed records are not kept for all of the six areas of learning. The quality of the partnership with parents and carers is good overall with parents playing a significant role in the successful promotion of a very good quality learning programme. They have many opportunities to come into the group and to be involved in their children's learning, for example, by playing the piano during singing time. A clear picture of the educational programme is provided for parents, although not all written information has been updated to reflect the changes of the early learning goals.
Parents have regular opportunities to discuss their children's progress informally with staff.
Reports are given to parents at the end of each year covering the six areas. However, the ongoing assessments do not always provide a full picture of progress related to all aspects of the early learning goals. The provider or manager must draw up an action plan within 40 working days of receipt of this report showing how the key issues or points for consideration detailed above will be addressed. The action plan must be made available to all parents, and to the Local Education Authority if required. An evaluation of the action taken will form part of the next inspection.