A NURSERY in Thame is preparing children well for the next stage of their learning, Ofsted has found.

Queensdown Nursery has been rated 'good' following an inspection in January.

A report released by the watchdog on Thursday stated: "Children form close relationships with the staff and behave well.

"They show good progress towards next stages in learning and readiness for school.

"They are developing strong independence."

The nursery looks after 40 youngsters, and was also rated 'good' after its last inspection.