Sunnydays Preschool

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 15/12/2003 Inspector Name Pam Hill

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Sessional Day Care Setting Name Sunny Days Playgroup Setting Address St Thomas Church Hall St Thomas Church Gardens Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD2 1SL

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name The Committee of Sunny Days Playgroup

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Sunny Days Playgroup Address St Thomas Church Hall St Thomas Church Gardens Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD2 1SL

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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

Sunny Days Playgroup opened in 2001. It operates from the Church hall at St Thomas's Church in the Bradley area of Huddersfield. The group has access to the main hall, with toilet and kitchen facilities adjoining, and a fully enclosed outdoor play area. Children attending are mainly from the local community. There are currently 37 children from two and a half to five years on roll. This includes ten funded 3 year olds. Children attend a variety of sessions. No children with special needs, or speak English as an additional language currently attend the group. The playgroup opens 5 days a week during term times. Sessions last from 09:00 to 11:30. The group also offers extended sessions to children attending the local nursery school from 11:30 until 13:00. The setting employs 5 staff. Three staff have an early years qualification to NVQ level 2 or 3. One member of staff is currently working towards a recognised early

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Information about the setting

years qualification. The setting receives support from a mentor from the Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership.

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How good is the Day Care?

Sunny Days Playgroup provides satisfactory care, with some good aspaects for children. The premises are warm and welcoming with some examples of children's work displayed within the church hall. Space is used effectively with separate areas created for different types of play. Children have independent access to a wide range of good quality toys and resources. Staff update training regularly and are deployed effectively. A key worker system enables them to foster a good relationship with the children. The majority of policies and procedures have recently been reviewed, although some require additional detail. The staff are aware of risks to children's safety through daily assessment and security is given priority. Children's personal hygiene routines are generally promoted and staff are aware of systems to record accidents and administer medication on the premises if required. Staff have a good understanding of the need

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How good is the Day Care?

to protect children. The majority of staff have up to date first aid training and have developed an understanding of the children's individual needs including dietary requirements and personal care through regular consultation with parents.

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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 Staff interact well with the children who are involved in a range of daily activities and are able to move freely between activities within the hall. Toys and resources are available at low height to promote independence and self selection. Children's progress is monitored through written observations. However, these need to be developed further, along with activity plans. Children are settled, confident, have good social skills and are keen to involve adults in their play. Staff provide clear guidelines for acceptable behaviour and set a good example. The playgroup has a positive relationship with parents who make up the management committee. Information is exchanged regularly and the majority of relevant documentation completed.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last inspection, the playgroup was asked to develop, review, and make available to parents an operational plan. The plan has recently been completed and will be made available within the hall providing parents with an understanding of how the group operates. The playgroup also agreed to develop a policy for the safe conduct of outings, keep a written record of any incidents relating to behaviour and made a complaints procedure available to parents. A policy for outings has not been developed and has been highlighted again at this inspection. A facility to record incidents is in use and a complaints procedure is available for parents although this needs to include additional detail. The playgroup was asked to extend resources that promote equality of opportunity and anti discriminatory practise. Children now have access to dual language books, dolls and dressing up clothes reflecting cultural diversity.

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What is being done well?

• The playgroup provides a safe environment. Staff are vigilant when children access the entrance area and priority is given to security. • The playgroup has good relationships with parents who are actively involved through a committee and a rota system. Verbal information is exchanged daily and a key worker system is used to foster a good relationship between children, staff and parents. • Parents are consulted and advised about suitable foods to promote healthy eating and the staff have a good understanding of the children's individual home circumstances, likes and dislikes. • The staff build positive relationships with the children, manage them well, take an interest in what they say and do.

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What needs to be improved?

• the documentation to ensure the complaints procedure includes sufficient

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What needs to be improved?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 detail • the registration system to ensure times of attendances are recorded • documentation to ensure policies are in place for the management of illnesses, outings and lost or uncollected children • documentation to ensure relevant parental consents are obtained from all parents and children's development records with activity plans are developed further.

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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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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

Std Action Date 2 Ensure the system for registering children and staff attendance on a sessional basis shows times of attendance. 15/01/2004

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

6 Ensure that there is an operational procedure for the safe conduct of outings and a procedure to follow in the event of a child being lost or not collected. 15/01/2004

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

7 Request written permission from all parents for seeking emergency medical advice or treatment. 15/01/2004

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

7 Devise and implement a policy about the exclusion of children who are ill or infectious and make sure parents are made aware of it. Ensure this includes a procedure for contacting carers designated by the parent if a child becomes ill whilst attending playgroup. 15/01/2004

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

12 Ensure parents are provided with a written complaints procedure which includes Ofsted’s address and telephone number. 15/01/2004

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

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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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 3 Further develop individual observation records to show the next steps in children’s play, learning and development; and ensure daily activity plans outline how the group promote the children’s overall development and capabilities.

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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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