Children at failing nursery 'didn't always have access to drinking water' during Ofsted visit

Children at a failing nursery in Golborne 'didn't always have access to drinking water' during a visit by inspectors - who also raised safety concerns and said kids were 'at risk of harm'.

Jumping Jacks Private Day Nursery, registered as a nursery in 2022, has been criticised in a recent Ofsted report. Inspectors deemed the facility to be 'inadequate' in all areas.

Bosses at the Ullswater Road said a new leadership team is in place, with improvements being made.

Ofsted officials raised concerns about children being at risk of choking; trip hazards; and staff supervision being inadequate.

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"Children's health is not consistently promoted," the report read. "Children learn about the importance of washing their hands.

"They engage in physical experiences, such as movement and music. However, not all children have access to water throughout the day.

"For instance, babies are unable to access water freely. Some babies are yet to be able to verbally communicate when they need a drink.

"On the day of the inspection, children's water cups were taken away after lunch, leaving children with no access to fresh drinking water.

"This has an impact on children's health."

The report continues: "Children's wellbeing and safety are compromised. The manager has not ensured that staff are aware of new risk assessments which have been put into place.

"Some staff fail to demonstrate an understanding of their role and responsibility to identify risks to keep children safe. This results in children being at risk of harm."

The report highlights examples of poor supervision of children, with youngsters picking items up off the