Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley) LtdOfsted inspection, 8 Mar 2007

Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley)

Inspection report for early years provision

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Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley)

EY338609 Unique Reference Number 08 March 2007 Inspection date Diane Ashplant Inspector

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Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley)

2 Newborough Road, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 2HA Setting Address

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Telephone number

jackieredmand@btconnect.com E-mail Jacqueline Porteous Registered person Childcare Type of inspection Full day care Type of care

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

Busy Little Bees Nursery(Shirley) opened in 2006 and is one of three privately owned nurseries in the area. It operates from both floors of a detached premises in Shirley, Solihull. All children have access to an enclosed area for outdoor play. A maximum of 38 children may attend the nursery at any one time and there are currently 48 children on roll from birth to four years. The nursery is open each weekday from 08:00 to 17:30hrs for 51 weeks of the year. Children come from the local area and attend for a variety of sessions. The setting supports children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

There are currently eight staff who work with the children and all hold an appropriate early years qualification.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children's health is well promoted as they have regular opportunities to play outside in the garden where they practise physical skills as they run around playing with balls and hoops. They are also beginning to take occasional walks into the local community. Inside, children enjoy sessions of music and movement and babies have good space to move around and develop their crawling and standing skills. Staff carry out good and regular cleaning routines to maintain a healthy and hygienic environment for babies and young children and these are well documented, Babies individual changing, sleeping and feeding routines are regularly recorded and carried out efficiently to minimize any risk to children's health from cross infection. Older children are learning the importance of hand washing before meals and after playing outside as some clearly understand the risk of germs. Although the temperatures of rooms are monitored

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Helping children to be healthy

and staff do use the blinds and open windows there are occasions when these are high which could compromise children's health. Over half the staff hold a current first aid certificate which ensures they have the knowledge to act appropriately to protect children's health in the event of an accident or illness. All procedures for the recording of accidents and the administration of medication are effectively carried out.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children benefit from a well-balanced menu of nourishing meals prepared by an outside caterer which always includes a vegetarian option. Some children have packed lunches from home as the nursery also respects the wishes of parents as regards food provision. Babies individual dietary needs and routines are followed to promote their health and well-being. Children enjoy a daily selection of healthy snacks such as fresh fruit, vegetables and rice cakes and older children are developing their independent skills as they help to give these out. Children enjoy a social occasion around the meal table and have regular drinks of water and milk to keep them hydrated. All children's individual dietary needs and routines are clearly documented and respected.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children move safely around this child-orientated nursery where most potential dangers have been fully addressed. They are well supervised by staff whose awareness is heightened by a twice daily risk assessment to ensure all areas are safe for the children to use. Additional measures such as the presence of Closed Circuit Television(CCTV) increase the security and safety for children both inside and out. Although children do use the garden regularly and there are definite plans for its development not all the perimeter fencing is fully secure and together with items such as the raised pipe these may compromise children's safety. All staff are aware of the policies necessary to protect children such as safe collection and evacuation procedures which are clearly displayed alongside all appropriate fire fighting equipment. However, no fire evacuation procedure has yet taken place which means staff are not totally conversant with

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

the practical operation of the procedure which could compromise the safety of the children in the event of a fire. Children are learning to take responsibility for their own safety as they, for example, understand the importance of tidying away toys so they do not cause them to fall

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 over. They respond to the guidelines such as waiting in line and sitting quietly. Children have a wide range of play and learning resources to choose from which are carefully selected as regards safety and suitability. These are effectively stored in child-height drawers and units facilitating easy access by the children themselves.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children's welfare is safeguarded by the staff's clear awareness of their role and responsibilities as regards child protection and the importance of passing on serious concerns quickly and appropriately. This is shared effectively with parents through a comprehensive policy contained in their policy pack.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children benefit from being part of a stimulating environment where they can experience and engage in a wide variety of play and learning activities. All the rooms are set out to offer exciting challenges and opportunities for children to explore a range of different play experiences. Babies are provided with lots of caring attention and conversation which encourages their development in all areas and helps them feel secure. The daily programme for younger children is based around the 'Birth to three framework' and enables children to direct their own play experiences, guided and supported by staff who interact with enthusiasm and encouragement. Older children enjoy a good balance of free and more structured activities and play confidently on their own as they enjoy playing in the tea shop or listen attentively to the group story time. The effective use of topic-based activities provides a range of interesting creative and learning

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

sessions where children's understanding is developed and re-enforced through play. For example, children explore the feel of the different bean bags which are also helping them recognise different colours, numbers and shapes. Staff succeed in making learning fun by offering variety and challenge and allow children to direct their own play, but they also routinely observe, monitor and evaluate to ensure they are making good progress. Older ones are developing their independence as they help to distribute food at snack time or put on their own coats and pull up the zips. They confidently exchange conversation with friends and staff and show good concentration on their chosen activities. Children throughout the nursery are happy, well occupied and secure in their relationships with staff.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are welcomed into this nursery where there is an open and friendly atmosphere to encourage both child and parent to feel comfortable and get to know staff well. Each child has a key worker who liaises with the parent and completes the 'all about me form' and babies' individual routines are displayed and followed to ensure they settle in well. Children are given very good choices in their play as they select from a wide range of resources which include some reflecting diversity and these are carefully set out to provide easy access and encourage self-selection. The rooms are organised to encourage interest and engagement and furniture, such as the sofas where they settle comfortably to look at books help them feel relaxed. Children are learning to have regard for themselves as individuals through activities such as drawing pictures of themselves and others and the use of family photos to give them a real sense of

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Helping children make a positive contribution

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 identity. Children are beginning to take trips into the local community such as visits to the sister nursery or to the shops to buy some small items for play. Staff have a positive approach to working with children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and liaise regularly with parents and support services to ensure they are fully included and supported to achieve their potential.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Partnership with parents is good. Staff are friendly and approachable and always ensure they speak daily to parents to pass on any relevant information about their child. Staff also use the daily report books for younger children which parents take home and are encouraged to comment in along with lots of items of work in the folders. All information is shared effectively at the initial meeting and through the parents prospectus, together with a full copy of the policies and procedures. Other relevant information is displayed on notice boards or in newsletters so that parents are kept up to date. Parents are encouraged to share in fund-raising events and are invited to parent evenings where they can discuss their child's progress comfortably with the staff. An extensive display of photos and children's work around the nursery provides clear examples of how they enjoy their time here.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. This new nursery offers a bright and welcoming environment for young children and parents and is well organised to provide children with lots of play and learning experiences. The daily programme runs efficiently and is planned to cover all areas of development and allows children to initiate their own play while offering appropriate staff support and a balance of free and more structured play good choices. The staff provide an enthusiastic and committed team who understand the needs of young children well and interact, involve themselves well and enjoy the time they share. There are appropriate recruitment and selection procedures in place to ensure the suitability of those who work with the children and staff are well supported from the wider management organisation. There are regular team meetings for all staff to encourage effective communication and harmony and roles and responsibilities are delegated to ensure

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Organisation

all staff feel involved. All the required documentation for the safe and effective management of the nursery is in place and up to date and the daily written procedures are well maintained. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards.

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Complaints since the last inspection

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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Complaints since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • ensure rooms are maintained at an adequate temperature • review the security of the outside area and ensure fire drills are carried out periodically.

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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