Non-maintained nurseries Archives - Estyn

Non-maintained nurseries Archives - Estyn
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Non-maintained nurseries
We celebrate the successes, highlight areas for improvement and focus on what’s important for learners in non-maintained nurseries.
Explore advice and tools created for those working in nursery settings.
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The way innovative leaders include committed practitioners and supportive parents in the children’s learning experiences.
Purposeful improvement processes and effective style of leadership which is having a positive impact on aspects of provision and well-being
Strong community links that effectively support children's social, emotional skills and wider experiences
Creating a rich and stimulating learning environment that stems from the children's observations and interests.
Supportive arrangements for transition to school for children and their families.
The effective use of sign supported communication.
Supporting children with additional learning needs.
Provision that inspires children's curiosity and skills through learning experiences in the wooded area.
Strong community links and the impact on pupils’ experiences, progress and wellbeing.
The effect of leadership on provision for children
Inspection guidance resources
These handbooks are valuable resources to gain insights into the standards and methodologies employed during inspections.
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Latest articles
Blog posts and news articles relating to the Non-maintained nurseries sector.
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Estyn Annual Report: Clear direction, improving self-evaluation and support and tackling recruitment are key to future success in Wales’ education system
Estyn report highlights the significant contribution of early years providers in communities and the need for stronger support to address the impact of poverty on young children’s development
Estyn outlines sector challenges and successes in early insights report
Statement: The teaching of reading in Wales
Independent review of joint inspection arrangements with Estyn published
Language immersion remains a priority to support children learning Welsh
Inspection and report schedule
Latest inspection reports
Conwy County Borough Council
2026-04-16
Inspection report Craig y Don Playschool 2026 (English only)
Gwynedd Council
2026-04-16
Inspection report Cylch Meithrin y Gelli 2026
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
2026-04-16
Inspection report Little Inspirations Nursery Rhydyfelin 2026 (English only)
Newport City Council
2026-04-16
Inspection report Wibli Wobli 2026
Gwynedd Council
2026-04-16
Inspection report Cylch Meithrin Y Garnedd a Clwb Ffrindiau Y Garnedd 2026
Wrexham County Borough Council
2026-04-09
Inspection report Cherry Hill Nursery 2026 (English only)
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Inspection schedule
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-04-28
Cylch Meithrin Bronllwyn
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-04-28
Cylch Meithrin Cemaes
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-04-28
Cylch Meithrin Y Tonnau
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-04-28
Little Lambs Day Nursery
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-05-05
Cylch Meithrin ID Hooson
Non-maintained nurseries
2026-05-05
Once Upon A Time Nursery
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