Ofsted Report

Our school has consistently been rated as a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted. A copy of our most recent Ofsted inspection (January 2025) is available using the link below.

New Mills Nursery School Inspection Report January 2025
Ofsted Report January 2025

This is what the inspector said about our nursery school:

• “Staff take the time to understand and nurture children at this friendly and welcoming nursery school. They carefully consider each child's individuality, background and starting point. When necessary, the curriculum is adapted to reflect these needs.”
• “Staff have high expectations of what children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), can achieve. Children thrive at this school. They develop secure foundations in readiness for the rest of their schooling.”
• “Relationships between staff, families and children are warm and positive. Parents are proud of the progress their children make at this school."
• “The school's routines are filled with songs and rhymes. Through these, children learn about rhythm and understand the school's routines. Staff often provide stories that link to child's interests. These help children who need additional support to develop a love of reading.”