Swanwick Pre-School

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 07/06/2004 Inspector Name Angela Manning

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Sessional Day Care Setting Name Swanwick Pre-School Setting Address Pentrich Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 1BN

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name Swanwick Pre-school 4646503 1098128

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Swanwick Pre-school Address Pentrich Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 1BN

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

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 THE INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality and standard of day care. When making judgements, inspectors have regard to how well the provider meets the National Standards for under Eights Day Care and Childminding. A list of these is attached. The report identifies strengths and areas for improvement. This inspection report must be made available to all parents.

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Information about the setting

Swanwick Pre-School opened in 1969. It operates from their own building in a converted church. The playgroup serves the local community. The playgroup is registered to care for 20 children. There are currently 74 children from 2 years to under 5 years on the register. This includes 34 funded 3-year-olds and 33 funded four-year-olds. Children attend a variety of sessions. No children with additional needs or for whom English is an additional language currently attend the setting. The group opens 5 days a week during school term only. Sessions are from 09:10 until 11:40 and 13:00 until 15:30. There are six part-time members of staff who work with the children, of these, five have early years qualifications. The setting receives support from the Early Years Partnership and are members of the Pre- School Learning Alliance.

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How good is the Day Care?

Swanwick Pre-School provides good quality childcare. An effective operational plan has been established which contains a useful range of policies that are well-reflected in the setting's organisation. The premises are suitably maintained and provide a welcoming environment to the children and their families. Staff have a good knowledge of the children and use this to adapt activities to meet their varying needs. Safety issues are being well addressed with risk assessments of all areas, used by the children, being undertaken regularly. Hygiene procedures are suitable and children are encouraged to develop good practice. Staff are aware of their responsibilities relating to child protection and have a useful understanding of issues that would cause them concern. A good and interesting range of activities are available to the children. Staff interact enthusiastically with the children and offer good levels of encouragement and praise

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How good is the Day Care?

to them in their play. Staff are consistent in their expectations of children's behaviour, which is mostly very good. Staff help all children to contribute to discussions and by providing good role models are helping the children to listen and value others contributions.

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How good is the Day 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 Good relationships exist between staff and parents. Parents are provided with useful information about the running of the playgroup through newsletters, the notice boards and one to one contact. They have good opportunities to discuss their child's care.

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What is being done well?

• The pre-school makes good use of the premises, they are warm and welcoming. The activities are pre-planned and well set out to engage the children's attention. • The staff have a good awareness of safety issues, regularly reviewing them and ensuring that appropriate action is taken. • Staff interact very well with the children and are able to engage and listen to them. The children's comments are valued and they are given lots of praise which encourages their self-esteem. • Staff have good relationships with the parents, who receive useful information on the curriculum and activities, which allows the parents greater involvement in supporting their child. They have good opportunities to discuss their child's care and development.

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What needs to be improved?

• the procedures for dealing with allegations against staff members.

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CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION

All registered persons must comply with all conditions of registration included on his/her certificate of registration. As a result of this inspection conditions of registration have been imposed / varied / removed and a new certificate of registration will be issued.

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by the time of the next 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 Std Recommendation 13 Ensure that the child protection procedures state procedures to be followed if an allegation is made against a staff member.

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by the time of the next 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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STANDARD 1 - SUITABLE PERSON

Adults providing day care, looking after children or having unsupervised access to them are suitable to do so.

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STANDARD 2 - ORGANISATION

The registered person meets required adult: child ratios, ensures that training and qualifications requirements are met and organises space and resources to meet the children's needs effectively.

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STANDARD 3 - CARE, LEARNING AND PLAY

The registered person meets children's individual needs and promotes their welfare. They plan and provide activities and play opportunities to develop children's emotional, physical, social and intellectual capabilities.

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STANDARD 4 - PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The premises are safe, secure and suitable for their purpose. They provide adequate space in an appropriate location, are welcoming to children and offer access to the necessary facilities for a range of activities which promote their development.

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STANDARD 5 - EQUIPMENT

Furniture, equipment and toys are provided which are appropriate for their purpose and help to create an accessible and stimulating environment. They are of suitable design and condition, well maintained and conform to safety standards.

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STANDARD 6 - SAFETY

The registered person takes positive steps to promote safety within the setting and on outings and ensures proper precautions are taken to prevent accidents.

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STANDARD 7 - HEALTH

The registered person promotes the good health of children and takes positive steps to prevent the spread of infection and appropriate measures when they are ill.

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STANDARD 8 - FOOD AND DRINK

Children are provided with regular drinks and food in adequate quantities for their needs. Food and drink is properly prepared, nutritious and complies with dietary and religious requirements.

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STANDARD 9 - EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

The registered person and staff actively promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children.

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NEEDS AND DISABILITIES)

The registered person is aware that some children may have special needs and is

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NEEDS AND DISABILITIES)

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 proactive in ensuring that appropriate action can be taken when such a child is identified or admitted to the provision. Steps are taken to promote the welfare and development of the child within the setting in partnership with the parents and other relevant parties.

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STANDARD 11 - BEHAVIOUR

Adults caring for children in the provision are able to manage a wide range of children's behaviour in a way which promotes their welfare and development.

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STANDARD 12 - WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS AND CARERS

The registered person and staff work in partnership with parents and to meet the needs of the children, both individually and as a group. Information is shared.

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STANDARD 13 - CHILD PROTECTION

The registered person complies with local child protection procedures approved by the Area Child Protection Committee and ensures that all adults working and looking after children in the provision are able to put the procedures into practice.

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STANDARD 14 - DOCUMENTATION

Records, policies and procedures which are required for the efficient and safe management of the provision, or to promote the welfare, care and learning of children are maintained. Records about individual children are shared with the child's parent.

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STANDARD 14 - DOCUMENTATION

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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