AN OFSTED inspector has rated a village pre-school as 'outstanding' in all areas following an inspection in July.

Addingham Pre-school, based at Addingham Primary School, was commended by inspectors for meeting the needs of children, contributing to their well-being and the effectiveness of its leadership and management.

The pre-school, originally founded as Addingham Pre-School Playgroup in the 1960s, has five qualified staff.

Deputy leader, Penny Etchells, said: "Obviously, we are delighted with the judgement."

The inspection by Ofsted took place on July 8.

Inspector Rachel Ayo observed activities and care routines in both the indoor and outdoor learning environment, spoke to children and staff and conducted a joint observation with one of the managers. She held meetings with the managers, looked at learning and assessment records and planning documentation, and also checked evidence of the suitability and the qualifications of staff working with children.

She also took account of the views of parents.

The inspector said: "Staff have consistently high expectations of themselves and have high aspirations for all children.

"Their firm belief that all children are competent learners leads to an exceptional commitment to inclusion. They remove barriers to learning and establish first-class partnership working with others. Consequently, all children make excellent progress."

She added: "Staff and the committee show exceptional passion, commitment and dedication to meeting all children's individual needs. Each staff member complements the team with their different qualifications, skills, knowledge and high levels of expertise. This has a significant impact on children's care and learning."

In order to improve further, she said the education provider should consider providing children with even greater levels of support when they are completing their personal care routines.

Addingham Pre-School previously gained a rating of 'good' following its previous Ofsted inspection in 2011.