Little Learners Pre School

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Unique reference number EY289871 Inspection date 17/03/2009 Inspector Anne Mitchell

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Setting address Baptist Church Hall, Old Milton Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6DQ Telephone number 07748608192 Email little.learners@btinternet.com 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). This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the setting

Little Learners Pre-school has been registered since September 2004 and operates from New Milton Baptist Church Hall and serves the local area.

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Description of the setting

The setting is registered on the Early Years Register and may care for a maximum of 26 children at any one time. There are currently 26 children on roll all of whom are in the early years age group. Of these, 18 children are in receipt of funding for nursery education. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The setting supports children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and children for whom English is an additional language.

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Description of the setting

The setting opens five days a week during school term times. Sessions are from 09:00 until 12:00, with an extended lunch club on Monday, Wednesday and Friday until 12.55.

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Description of the setting

There are four part time members of staff working with the children, all of whom hold early years qualifications. The setting receives support from the local authority and is a member of the Preschool Learning Alliance.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The overall quality of the provision is good. Staff know children well and meet their needs effectively. There are secure systems in place to support children with additional needs although there is not yet a consistent policy for families for whom English is an additional language. Children are making good progress in their learning, and are enthusiastic to start their day. Systems to monitor the effectiveness of the provision are generally secure, and management and staff demonstrate a commitment to ensuring continuous improvement.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 continue to ensure children's home language is valued and supported whilst developing meaningful context in which children have opportunities to develop English  develop secure systems to monitor day to day activities to ensure resources are sufficient and that they are meeting the needs of all children  develop activities for children to explore the uses of everyday technology and use information and communication technology and programmable toys to support their learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

All required documentation is in place and is kept securely to maintain confidentiality. Regular and detailed risk assessments ensure children are safe as they play inside and out. There are clear systems in place to ensure staff are suitable through the setting's recruitment and vetting procedures. Staff are committed to ongoing training and share new skills and information from training workshops at regular staff meetings.

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provision

Systems to monitor and assess the provision are generally effective because staff respond promptly to address issues raised following parent questionnaires and visits from support workers. Improvements such as the development of continuous provision and indoor/outdoor free flow play have improved outcomes for children. Procedures to monitor daily core activities are not always so successful.

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provision

The setting has a strong partnership with parents and carers. There is a comprehensive prospectus available for parents from the outset and they are kept informed of projects through regular newsletters. Parents and carers are invited to contribute to children's developmental records and meetings are arranged to discuss children's care and learning. Staff liaise with parents informally on a daily basis and share information about their children's routines and general progress.

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provision

The systems to ensure children are safeguarded are successful because all staff have attended advanced child protection training and are clear about procedures to follow to protect children from harm and neglect.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children and staff have developed good relationships with each other. Children approach staff with confidence to show them pictures they have drawn or just for a cuddle. At the play dough table a child tells a member of staff about a visit to Monkey World. The member of staff asks 'What did you see there?' prompting discussion and involving the other children at the table. Children are animated and interested in what each other has to say, and their listening skills are developing well with good adult support. Children's early numeracy skills are well supported through everyday play. Children make 'worms' with dough. They cut them up and count the pieces. Adults prompt further discussion using mathematical language such as long, thin, thick and short.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Staff work hard to set up an inviting learning environment in a shared use church hall to help children progress towards the early learning goals effectively. Posters and displays help the room look bright and child orientated. Children enjoy the freedom to choose from a broad range of activities and resources throughout the session, both indoors and out. Children self register finding their names and attaching them to the chart. Their independence is well supported as they cut and prepare fruit for snack time, and make choices in their play helping themselves to writing materials. Children's imaginative skills are developing well. One child asks an adult, 'Anyone like a chocolate milk shake?' Another offers to help tidy saying, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 'I'm going to clean up now' and finds a child sized dustpan and brush.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Staff complete regular observations on children and these are used to inform individual planning and objectives for their next steps of development. Children's individual planning covers all areas of learning. However, there are limited opportunities for children to explore everyday technology and use information and communication technology and programmable toys.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's health and safety is effectively promoted. Children remind each other about the 'Golden Rules'. On the climbing frame, a child tells their friend, 'There's already four people on the climbing frame. You have to wait'. They tell staff why they should not run indoors and are careful using knives to cut fruit. Staff supervise children well and check toys, equipment and furniture regularly to ensure they are safe to use. Children enjoy healthy snacks and fresh water is available throughout the session to ensure they are well hydrated. Children have daily opportunities to enjoy fresh air in the outdoor play area. Staff make good use of the limited outdoor space where children can choose sit and ride toys, role play, puzzles and books, painting, miniature play and sand.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's behaviour is good because staff use positive strategies to manage their behaviour. Children are polite and well mannered. They are caring towards each other and share well. A young child approaches an adult and says, 'I'm going to have some water. Do you want some?' He goes to the water fountain, pours two cups and gives one the adult who thanks him. 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? 2 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 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 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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