Little VIP's Daycare

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Unique reference number EY222262 Inspection date 29/10/2008 Inspector Diane Roberts

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Setting address Pheasant Bush Cottage, Hackthorpe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HX Telephone number 01931 712 912 Email Type of setting Childcare on non-domestic premises This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the setting

Little VIP's Day Nursery has been registered since 2002 and operates from a converted farm building on a main road in the hamlet of Hackthorpe, near Penrith. The premises consist of four playrooms on three levels. The main playroom used for children under two years is on the ground floor. The playroom for children aged two to four is accessed by stairs inside the building or by double doors at ground level at the rear of the building. The two playrooms at either side of the playroom for children over two are presently only accessible by stairs. Outdoors there is an enclosed hard surface area for use in all weathers and an enclosed garden area where children play. Children can access the hard surface area throughout the day. The nursery is registered on the Early Years Register and on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. Links are in place with the local school and other schools in the surrounding area.

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Description of the setting

The nursery is registered for a maximum of 24 children aged from birth to five years old. There are currently 42 children on roll; of these, 14 are in receipt of nursery education funding. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The nursery is open from 08.00 to 18.00, five days a week, all year round, except bank holidays.

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Description of the setting

There are seven staff work who work with the children on a full and part-time basis. All have early years qualifications, three of whom are working towards higher qualifications. Currently a member of staff with Qualified Teacher Status is employed twice weekly at the nursery and another is employed on a voluntary basis. The setting receives support from the local authority. They are members of the National Day Nurseries Association and have completed the 'Quality Counts' accreditation scheme.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Little VIP’s Daycare is highly effective in providing for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Significant partnership with parents makes sure that each child is consistently appreciated and is fully included in nursery life. The owner and staff work excellently together to provide a superior, exciting environment for all children. All adults are greatly dedicated to establishing firm, trusting relationships with parents and carers, schools and other providers to clearly identify children's individual needs. This makes sure children are extremely well cared for with regard to their welfare and learning.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 review systems in place to make sure that all children benefit from any additional opportunities such as hearing and speaking the French language This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

Children's care, education and development is greatly enhanced by the exceptional management of the nursery. The owner and staff work tremendously well as a team and are dedicated to providing the best of care for children. The considerable number of staff caring for children makes sure children's individual needs are most successfully met and all are fully included. The security and safety of children is given the utmost priority by staff. The expert organisation of the nursery in all areas enables children to move around safely with confidence and access a great range of resources and inspiring activities.

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provision

Children greatly benefit from a qualified and highly committed staff team. Staff are greatly supported by an efficient appraisal system identifying training needs and individual self-development. Policies and procedures are consistently and conscientiously applied, reviewed and updated. Adults work in harmony to monitor and improve the quality of care and education offered to all the children. The setting has worked very hard to establish firm links with local schools and other providers of care to make sure children receive the best of care. The owner and staff are firmly committed to self-evaluation and improving standards of service to children and their families.

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provision

Flourishing partnerships are in place with parents. Staff are truly dedicated to providing meaningful information to parents to make sure every child's need is met. For instance, each day when children are collected parents receive a record sheet containing comprehensive information about how their child has spent their time at the nursery. This includes how their care, developmental and educational needs, as defined in Early Years Foundation Stage, have been met. Highly effective policies and procedures, which promote children's safety and wellbeing are firmly in place and shared with parents. Regular newsletters give clear details on all activities and are impressive in their content. Successful open evenings give parents further opportunity to air their views and talk with staff more fully about what their child is doing at nursery. Parents speak highly of the service and are extremely confident in the quality of care their children receive. For example,

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provision

parents refer to the staff as being ‘excellent’, ‘always make time to talk' and they 'can't speak more highly of staff'.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are provided with wonderful experiences and superior support that help them make very good progress in their development and learning. Staff are highly skilled in creating a superior, child-friendly, inspiring environment. For example, children under two flourish in the lovely, relaxing surroundings of the baby room. Adults caring for them make sure a wealth of resources is in place to help promote their individual stage of development. Low level mirrors and expertly placed furniture encourage young children to pull themselves up when learning to stand so they can look at themselves or move around with confidence when learning to walk. Soothing music helps them relax and adds to the calm ambience. Young children, tired after their stimulating visit to the main playroom, are gently cuddled before This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 going to sleep. Staff are highly tuned to children’s needs and are astute in

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

recognising what children want. For example, staff recognise when a child wants just a little longer to look at a favourite book before having a nap. Thereby, staff demonstrate a superior knowledge of the children in their care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children aged two and over play tremendously well together. They are most co- operative and have intense concentration when involved in their activities. With great confidence they are able to move around the room or access the two further playrooms by safely negotiating the stairs. Children have wonderful opportunities to use their imagination through the extensive role play area and the fantastic range of resources therein. The designated role play area can be anything from an impressively resourced home to a veterinary surgery or opticians, thereby capturing children’s imagination and extending their knowledge of the wider world. In addition, on a number of occasions throughout the week, most children have the benefit of additional staff with skills in the French language. This further helps children’s knowledge and understanding of diversity. Spontaneous discussions promoting children’s communication skills and knowledge are strongly encouraged

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

by staff as they are truly responsive to them. For instance, children have great fun playing with a toy spider. They confidently count the eight legs the spider has and talk with great excitement about the spider's eyes and the webs they make. They are extremely knowledgeable about the spider’s eating habits and the shape of a spider’s web, demonstrating an excellent use of language, and knowledge and understanding of the world.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Staff take great pride in looking after children and take tremendous pleasure in children’s achievements. Children's progress is regularly observed and accurate assessments made about what their next steps in learning might be. This information is consistently used as the main focus that informs the planning of activities. This dedication by staff means every children’s individual likes and dislikes, care and educational needs are always given utmost priority. There is a very strong partnership with parents who are effective contributors to their child's learning and development at the nursery. Parents supply information from the outset that helps staff provide appropriate learning experiences from the beginning, ensuring children are happy and secure.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Daily routines greatly foster children's independence skills and awareness of safety. They competently brush their teeth after eating and learn about healthy lifestyles through activities and snacks. A wealth of opportunities to play actively further helps to develop physical skills. Successful role modelling by staff ensures children treat one another with respect. Sharing and turn taking is sensitively promoted through games and discussion. For example, after brushing their teeth children eagerly and excitedly rush to ride on the rocking horses. Even though the children are so excitable, they still know they have to share and wait patiently for their turn. Comprehensive risk assessments are firmly in place and staff are highly effective in their day-to-day management, ensuring children are supervised at all times, thereby safeguarding their health and welfare. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 1 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

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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