Goslings Day Nursery Nunhead
⭐ Why We’re Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
We’re incredibly proud to have been awarded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted following our most recent inspection on 30 May 2025.
This prestigious rating reflects the dedication, skill, and love our team puts into providing exceptional early years care, every single day.
Download Full Report (May 2025)
🔍 Inspection Highlights
Ofsted praised Goslings Nursery for its warm, inspiring and inclusive learning environment, describing it as:
“A setting where the ordinary becomes quietly extraordinary.”
Our team was recognised for their deep emotional attunement to children’s needs, and the strength of our curriculum, which is broad, intentional, and rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
📊 Summary of Ratings
Area of Inspection | Judgement |
| Quality of Education | ⭐ Outstanding |
| Behaviour and Attitudes | ⭐ Outstanding |
| Personal Development | ⭐ Outstanding |
| Leadership and Management | ⭐ Outstanding |
💬 What Ofsted Said
Here are some of the highlights from the inspection report:
“From the moment children arrive, they are met with familiar smiles and their names spoken with care.”
“Children thrive here. They are curious and brave, exploring the world through play that is both spontaneous and sensitively guided.”
“Staff model care, empathy and reflective listening, which allows children to feel safe, respected and capable of contributing.”
“The nursery team demonstrates a deep commitment to inclusion… every child is seen, heard and known.”
“Partnerships with families are exemplary… the nursery is described as ‘an extension of family’.”
🌱 What This Means for Parents
At Goslings, Outstanding means:
- Your child is known, celebrated, and supported – whatever their background, language, or needs.
- They learn in an environment filled with natural materials, meaningful play, and community connections.
- Our team builds secure emotional attachments, nurturing resilience and confidence.
- You’ll benefit from strong family partnerships, regular updates, home visits, and helpful workshops.
- All staff are highly trained, well-supported, and passionate about early years care and education.
We also take children on regular local outings, create shopping lists together, and make fruit salads from community trips — helping children feel confident as valued citizens from an early age.
