A KENDAL pre-school which caters for nearly 30 toddlers has maintained its 'good' Ofsted grading.

Inspector Carys Millican visited the Beck Community Pre-School Group on December 1 and has now released her findings.

The Esthwaite Avenue pre-school was last visited in 2011 and the new report revealed it impressed in categories of how well the early years provision meets the needs of the children, the contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children and the effectiveness of the leadership and management.

The report says: "Children form positive relationships and close attachments to their key person through the care and support they receive when settling-in to the pre-school. As a result, their emotional well-being is fostered."

However, it added: "There are further opportunities for staff to continue to help children extend their understanding of difference and diversity and to support their knowledge and understanding of the world around them."