Welwyn Garden City: Ludwick Nursery School rated 'outstanding'

In a report published by Ofsted in April, inspectors described the setting as “a happy and highly nurturing community” where “children learn exceptionally well together."

Grant Shapps, the MP for Welwyn Hatfield, recently visited the school in Holwell Road to congratulate staff and pupils on their achievement, and to see the service first-hand.

Headteacher Mrs Helen Ackerman said: “At Ludwick Nursery School we are delighted to retain our fifth successive outstanding Ofsted judgement.

"This is a testament to our long-term commitment to early years excellence for children and their families and also for the early years sector, which we support through our training centre.

"We are proud to be a highly inclusive community where everybody is welcome and no child is ever turned away."

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She continued: “It is a privilege to be the headteacher of such an amazing team of highly qualified, caring and dedicated professionals who are all deeply committed to meeting the needs of our wonderful children and families.

"They go above and beyond to ensure the best outcomes for our children”.

Mr Shapps added: “It was an absolute pleasure to visit Mrs Ackerman and everyone at Ludwick Nursery School.

"The care and dedication the children get at Ludwick is second to none and the staff go above and beyond in their work. I am so thrilled to see that they have retained their outstanding Ofsted award as they have absolutely earnt it. Well done Ludwick!”