Comments made by OFSTED inspectors during recent inspections

"The routine is well planned, structured and offers a good balance of activities for children to enjoy. Fresh air and exercise are strongly encouraged and children have lots of fun playing outside games."

"Childrens health is significantly enhanced in the setting because practitioners give utmost priority to following health & hygiene procedures and teaching children about these."

"All children are enjoying an excellent menu of healthy meals in conjunction with school who provide the lunch time meal."

"Children are cared for in a vibrant, secure & safe environment with an inspiring & stimulating atmosphere."

"Children are developing excellent levels of confidence & self esteem because dynamic staff talk & listen to them constantly & have high expectations of what they can achieve."

"Children are extremely happy, settled & interested in what they are doing because staff are so commited, enthusiastic & work extremely well together as a team."

"The quality of teaching & learning is outstanding because staff commitment is exemplary."

"children enjoy an excellent range of activities because activities are imaginatively & professionally delivered through children's choice & adult leadership so that the whole session or day is purposeful, fun & challenging."

"The outside area enables the curriculum to be extended meaningfully to provide all aspects of learning outside in most weathers."

"Children's behaviour is exemplary. they play harmoniously together because staff are always dynamic, positive, making excellent use of their personal skills to bring about co operation & self assurance from every child."

"The quality of the partnership with parents & carers is outstanding. Children receive exemplary consistency of care between home & nursery because staff communicate so well with parents."

"La Maternelle offer a wide range of activities and resources to create a stimulating and welcoming environment for children. Children are kept busy and they enjoy their time at the club."

"Children enjoy playing with the multi-cultural resources and ethnic dressing up clothes. Activities about equality and cultural diversity heighten children's awareness and encourage positive attitudes."

"Good behaviour is valued and staff offer children regular praise and encouragement to promote positive behavior. Children are polite, confident and well behaved. They have positive relationships with each other and respond well to staff's direction and guidance".

Comments made recently by parents in our Nursery & Out of School Care Clubs

"Everything about the nursery is fantastic. the effort everybody made to help my son was wonderful & kind. I would not consider sending my other son anywhere else."

"Everybody is so friendly & nice. It feels like you are leaving your child with people you know, not just people paid to look after your children."

"An excellent nursery where children love to come, yet very often dont want to leave!!"

"La Maternelle is like Manchester United - Simply the best!"

"Very happy with after school and holiday club, my children really enjoy it - good range of activities"

"Kids love spending time here and always complain when it's time to go home!"

"Nick loves it! Especially good to have the male employees - lots of football!"

"Brilliant - staff fantastic and enthusiastic. The kids love it - it is their social community that so many kids don't get due to this day and age."

"Claire loves coming to the club - it is difficult to get her to come home."

"Jonny has a social life and an extended family here. He learns new skills and good values - respect of others, team spirit and helpfulness. I don't know where I'd be without you - thank you!"

"Jack would come to the club every day if he could, he really enjoys the selection of activities and the new friends he makes"

"The boys love the club and never want to leave. They love all the sporty activities. I think that they are well looked after and I have always felt confident in leaving them here."

"My peace of mind has been how Sian responds to being at club. She is pleased and looks forward to coming. Upon entering the hall, all the children in care are happy and engaged in one of the many exciting activities. All staff are very involved with assisting the children".

"Amy loves the club to the point that we have to drag her away each evening! The variety of activities is excellent. The staff are warm and friendly and adhere to children's needs.

"Daniel loves club, not just because he gets to go on the Nintendo but because it's like one big happy family. I have trouble dragging him away." (and Tom his little brother!)

Comments made by Headteachers of local primary schools

"The club offers a wide range of activities, so there is something to suit everyone. The children always seem to be enjoying themselves. Staff are very approachable and demonstrate a high level of interaction and care."

Mrs M Andrews (Former Headteacher of Stapeley Broad Lane Primary)

"La Maternelle and Wistaston Church Lane Primary School enjoy a close, purposeful relationship which helps the children receive the very best start to their education.  Pupils entering our reception classes thrive following on from the experiences and opportunities they have enjoyed at La Maternelle.  The nursery provides the children with a first class start to Foundation Stage which helps their learning truly accelerate in mainstream school."

Mr G Prince (Headteacher of Wistaston Church Lane Primary)