Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley) Ltd

Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley) Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY338609 Inspection date 11/01/2010 Inspector Mary Kelly

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Setting address 2 Newborough Road, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 2HA Telephone number 0121 744 4858 Email jackieredmand@btconnect.com Type of setting Childcare on non-domestic premises to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way. Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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 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

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the setting

Busy Little Bees Nursery (Shirley Branch) opened in 2006 and operates from four rooms in a converted domestic premises. All children have access to a secure enclosed outdoor play area. The setting supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language.

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Description of the setting

A maximum of 50 children may attend the setting at any one time. The setting is open five days a week, all year round, apart from public holidays. The setting is open from 8.00am until 5.30pm. Children attend for a variety of sessions. There are currently 80 children in the early years age group on roll. The setting is registered on the Early Years Register.

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Description of the setting

There are 13 staff who work on a full or part time basis. Many staff hold appropriate early years qualifications to at least Level three. The setting works closely with outside agencies and professionals.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children’s overall welfare is good as effective attention is given to their safety and wellbeing. Excellent relationships with parents are fostered to develop a consistent approach in meeting children's needs. Observation and assessments are fully linked to planning, which enables staff to have a very clear understanding of children's next steps of learning. Staff demonstrate a good understanding of inclusive practice to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Although, no formal written systems are in place to monitor and evaluate the practice within the setting, the management team have a very clear vision of how they would like to move the setting forward and continue to enhance their practice

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure parental permission is gained for emergency advice  review written records for accident recording to ensure they are fully completed  ensure steps are taken to review the good health of children consistently, with specific regard to hand washing practices and children's drinking vessels.

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the early years provision

Good safeguarding policies and procedures are in place and practitioners have a clear understanding of their role and responsibilities and how to report concerns. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 There are robust recruitment and vetting procedures in place. This is effective, as all staff hold a current Criminal Records Bureau disclosure, as a result, children's safety is valued. Most required documentation is in place, although, some records for accidents are not always completed consistently and written permission has been gained for emergency medical treatment, but not for medical advice.

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the early years provision

The premises is in very good repair and the outdoor play area has undergone a large renovation, therefore, allowing all ages of children to play outside together safely. Risk assessments are detailed and cover all areas of the setting used by the children and include outings. In addition to the main risk assessment, practitioners carry out daily visual checks of all areas used with the children. The setting ensures that staffing ratios are high to provide care and support for all ages of children.

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the early years provision

Practitioners always demonstrate realistic expectations to promote children's learning and development due to their effective knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. As a result, children always receive a consistent and balanced range of enjoyable and challenging experiences. Clear planning is in place and covers all areas of learning. Practitioners fully understand the importance of using observations or differentiation to inform planning and move children onto the next steps in their development and learning. As a result of this children's individual needs are fully met.

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the early years provision

Partnership with parents is excellent and there is a comprehensive exchange of information. This enables them to be aware of what their children are doing whilst in the setting and how they are making progress. This effectively enhances the two way communication process with parents regarding their child. Parents are happy with the service provided and complete details that aid their child to settle well within the setting. Parents have access to the Regulator's details in the event they want to make a complaint and the setting has an internal complaints procedure. The setting is striving to further develop partnerships with other agencies in order to enable an effective approach in meeting children's needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children have very good relationships with their peers and approach adults with ease. They are able select independently and safely from the good range of resources available to them, due to the resources being at their level. Resources that reflect positive images are good and the children celebrate a range of cultural festivals such as Chinese New Year and Diwali. This allows them to be aware of cultural diversity of the world they live in. Opportunities for children to have fresh air and exercise are good as there is an enclosed dedicated play area on site. This is well resourced and allows the children many opportunities to play outdoors. All of the children are able to access the outdoor area in all weathers. Equipment such as bikes, balls and a variety of textures promote their physical development and wellbeing.

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and outcomes for children

Children have opportunities to participate in singing and music activities. They This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 especially enjoy playing instruments such as bells and tambourines whilst singing their favourite rhymes. Children enjoy listening to stories read by staff and accessing books freely, often sharing these with peers. The tweenie children are making fish for a display, following the story ‘Rainbow Fish’ and pre-school children are able to view themselves taking part in a pictorial number line that has been placed on the wall. They enjoy looking at this as it includes many of the children in the room. Most of the children count spontaneously when playing, for example, when using construction bricks whilst building and interlocking letters. Some of the children are able to recognise and link the sound to the letter of letters in their names. Most of the children are able to name simple shapes such as circle and

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and outcomes for children

square and the younger children are able to name colours of the animals they were playing with.

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and outcomes for children

Some hand washing practice is not always consistent prior to snack time. This means some children are not always fully protected from the risk of cross infection. Drinking vessels are placed in trays and some are not effectively identifiable, relying on some staff members recognising whose cup belongs to each child. Procedures for the administration of medication are stringent and children are well cared for if they have an accident or become ill, as many of the practitioners have a current first aid certificate. Although, some accident records are not always fully completed. Parents are able to choose whether to provide their own meals for their children or have the contracted caterers freshly cooked meals. These contain a balanced diet including a variety of fresh vegetables and children's dietary needs are met. Children are developing an awareness of how to keep themselves safe. They practise fire evacuation procedures and are aware it is not safe to run inside

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and outcomes for children

All children are developing appropriate independence skills. They are encouraged to tidy up the resources and feed themselves at mealtimes. Older children serve themselves snacks and are encouraged to choose what they would like. Meal times are social events and practitioners sit at the tables and converse with the children. All children show care and consideration for themselves and others, good manners are encouraged. Children’s behaviour is managed effectively and children are given clear guidelines of expectations and given rewards for positive behaviour. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

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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