The report, and a new website, give examples of good practice from the three-year cycle of inspections.
Nearly all settings (97 per cent) were found satisfactory or better in organisation, and more than half (54 per cent) good or outstanding.
The report said, 'In the best settings, adults organise the day to focus on the needs of each child. The providers promote an ethos where children are welcomed warmly and adults show how they value each child as uniquely special.'
In one example given from a children's centre, an inspector said, 'Parents complete an "all about me" booklet which shows where children are in their development so key staff can tailor activities to meet children's individual needs.'
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