Good report earned by pupil behaviour at Kingfisher Montessori School in Gaddesden Row

The nursery, which is based in Gaddesden Row, was visited by inspectors on October 2.

And the four main categories – effectiveness of leadership and management, quality of teaching, learning and assessment, personal development, behaviour and welfare, and outcomes for children – were all graded as Good, the second-best rating available.

In the report, inspector Jo Rowley said: “Staff provide clear guidance for children to work out problems and conflicts independently. This has a positive impact on children’s well-being.

“Children share toys and resources and help their friends when in difficulty.”

However the nursery was told that to get a rating of Outstanding it should consistently consider how young children can be fully involved when taking part in planned activities alongside the older, most-able children.