Staff at Rock and Rollers Day Nursery in Wells are celebrating after receiving a glowing report from Ofsted, which rated the nursery ‘Good’ across all categories. The nursery, which cares for 76 children aged 0 to 4, was praised for its warm and caring environment.
Inspectors highlighted that children at Rock and Rollers are both happy and safe, noting the dedicated staff who welcome each child with genuine enthusiasm. Parents describe the team as an “extended family” offering exceptional support and care.
The report also commended the nursery’s commitment to community involvement. Children participate in activities such as growing flowers and visiting care homes, where they develop important social skills and empathy. Events like inclusive sports days and local town festivals like “Wells in Bloom” enable children to engage meaningfully with their surroundings, fostering a strong sense of community pride and achievement.
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Additionally, the nursery provides unique learning experiences, including caring for ducks, interacting with professional animal handlers with snakes, and constructing ‘bug hotels’ to support local wildlife. Imaginative play is encouraged through activities like exploring mini beaches and engaging in science experiments that captivate the children’s curiosity.
A spokesperson for Rock and Rollers expressed their pride in both staff and children for their accomplishments during the inspection. They emphasized the supportive relationship between staff and parents, which contributed to the positive outcome. However, they also acknowledged the challenges inspections bring, stating, “Ofsted inspections can put unnecessary pressures on practitioners and can raise anxiety.”
Looking ahead, the nursery is hopeful that upcoming changes to Ofsted inspections, set for November 2025, will prioritize the well-being of staff during the evaluation process. Rock and Rollers Day Nursery remains open Monday to Friday and welcomes enquiries through their website.