Cherubs Ruddington

Cherubs Ruddington was inspected on 30 May 2022 under the pre-November 2025 framework (4-area structure: Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management). All four areas were graded 'Good'. This analysis maps those findings to the new 7-area November 2025 framework. The setting demonstrates strong foundations with effective safeguarding, good behaviour support, and positive staff well-being practices. The manager prioritises staff support and uses funding strategically to meet individual children's needs. Key areas for development centre on deepening the quality of adult-led teaching, particularly in extending learning intentions during structured activities and enhancing imaginative play interactions with younger children. The setting has made commendable improvements post-COVID, including enhanced outdoor provision with larger apparatus and climbing equipment.