A NURSERY in Malvern has been rated "outstanding" by Ofsted.

Brighter Futures Nursery, which is based at the Sunshine Children's Centre in Bluebell Close, achieved the highest possible grading following a visit in May.

Inspectors praised the "welcoming and vibrant" service for ensuring children thrive and "make rapid progress in all areas of learning".

Children at the nursery are "excited, confident and eager to learn" while staff are "dedicated to providing high-quality care", according to the education watchdog's report.