A city nursery school previously rated as outstanding has been given a good result following its latest Ofsted inspection.

Bentilee Nursery School was praised for its ambitions for youngsters, exciting curriculum and support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The latest Ofsted inspection tool place in July and the report was published this month, which gave the Dawlish Drive school a good rating.

The report said: "Children are very happy at Bentilee Nursery School; they settle quickly in a nurturing environment.

"Staff care for children greatly, which helps them to feel safe and secure, (and)children develop independence through their daily routines. This includes self-registration and sending good wishes to anyone not in school that day.

"Children behave well (and) the school has high expectations of children's behaviour. Staff gently guide children on how to manage their own feelings and behaviour and provide calm, quiet spaces if a child becomes overwhelmed."

The report said there had been "instability in staffing", which had "led to some inconsistencies in how well the curriculum is delivered". It added: "As a result, some children do not always receive the support they need to learn as well as they could.

"The school should ensure that staff have opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum so that it is delivered consistently and effectively for all children."

But inspectors said the school and the governing body had worked together during the period of instability, and "governors have a strong understanding of the school's strengths and where improvements are needed."

The report added: "Staff make strong connections with families; they provide

updates on how well their children are learning and regularly invite families in for shared events. Parents and carers value the school's work immensely.

"The school is ambitious for children. The curriculum is exciting, and staff immerse children in their learning, which helps them to learn well.

"Children confidently make their own choices about the activities they would like to engage in.

"They enjoy enrichment opportunities linked to their learning, such as a dinosaur workshop and visits from the 'animal man' – this helps spark children's imagination and helps them to learn about the world around them."