1. Staff are highly skilled and have a good understanding of The Early Years Foundation  Stage.  They use this knowledge to inspire and engage children in their learning and  development.
2. Comprehensive observation, planning and tracking procedures are in place, which  effectively identify children’s next steps in their learning.  This means that activities are  planned in  accordance with children’s learning needs, so that they make good progress  towards the early learning goals.
3. Children explore resources and their environment with enthusiasm and confidence.  This  demonstrates that children are active learners.
4. Good relationships with other professionals and meaningful partners with parents are given  a high priority, in order to support children’s individual needs.