A PRE-SCHOOL manager has hailed the dedication of her team following the pre-school's latest Ofsted rating.

Crowle Preschool, near Worcester, received a Good rating from Ofsted following its latest inspection which took place in March this year.

Ofsted inspectors said Crowle Preschool's team "put children at the heart of everything that they do".

The report highlighted that the pre-school had received Good ratings across all key areas of the inspection, including quality of education, behaviour and attitude, personal development and leadership.

Victoria Cooper, Crowle Preschool's early years manager, said: "We are immensely proud of the Good judgement we received from our recent Ofsted inspection and the report written is a true reflection of the team's dedication and commitment to supporting and achieving the best outcomes for all of our children.

"We love being part the Crowle community and all of the opportunities it offers to our wonderful preschool, and we are looking forward to continuing this over the next few years. 

"The preschool first opened its doors in 1967 and we look forward to continuing to offer our fantastic provisions to many more children over the years to come."

Noting its quality provision, Ofsted inspectors commented that the pre-school is a hive of activity while children become engaged in activities and are quick to join in.

Ofsted's report has highlighted the standard of learning at Crowle Preschool.

It said: "Staff plan a range of interesting activities based on what children need to learn".

The report adds that "all children, including those who have special educational needs or disabilities, make good progress in their learning".

According to Ofsted's inspectors, parents and grandparents of children at the pre-school speak highly of the care, learning and support given.

Ofsted's report also reserved praise for the pre-school's safety procedures. The report states that "children's safety is of paramount importance" at the pre-school, while the "premises are secure and visitors are thoroughly checked to verify their identity".

Crowle Preschool currently has places available for children age between two and four and accepts Nursery Education Funding for those age groups.