Paradise Found Nursery

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 03/07/2003 Inspector Name Mark Stephen Roy Vickers

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Full Day Care Setting Name PARADISE FOUND NURSERY Setting Address Ravens Way Off Crowhill Road Nuneaton Warwickshire CV11 6PJ

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REGISTERED PROVIDER 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

Paradise Found nursery opened in January 1991. It operates from an extended and refurbished two-storey cottage adjacent to the shopping parade on the Crowhill housing estate near to the Whitstone area of Nuneaton. Children attend from Nuneaton and Bedworth plus the surrounding areas of South Leicestershire and Coventry. There are currently 110 children from nought to eight years on roll, most of whom attend on a part time basis. The nursery does not provide funded nursery education. The setting is supportive of children with special needs, and those who speak English as a second language. The group opens five days a week all year round, except for bank holidays and a two-week closure during August. The hours of opening are: 07:30 to 17:30. Fourteen staff work directly with the children. Over half the staff have early years qualifications to NVQ level 2 or 3. Five staff are currently working towards a

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How good is the Day Care?

Paradise Found Day Nursery provides satisfactory care for children. The nursery employs staff of differing ages and experience who work well together. The majority of staff members either hold or are working towards an appropriate childcare qualification. The organisation of the care of the children, including the premises and equipment, is generally good with separate units for children aged under two and over two. The nursery has all the required records, policies and procedures in place. However, the procedures for lost children do not currently include outings and the child protection procedures do not take account of allegations made against staff. Also, the accident and medication procedures do not take account of confidentiality and data protection issues. The nursery has satisfactory procedures in place to ensure the safety and well being of the children in its care. It also takes account of the

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How good is the Day Care?

differing needs of children, for example dietary requirements and special needs. Paradise Found Day Nursery provides a good range of play-based activities that address the learning and development needs of the children in its care. Activities for

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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 each group of children are planned by the staff who care for them and take account of the differing needs of the children concerned. The good provision; concerning the premises, facilities for outdoor play and the variety of equipment available helps to ensure that children experience a variety of different play experiences. Positive relationships are developed with parents and staff actively welcome children and their parents to the nursery.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

Not applicable, as there were no actions raised at the previous Inspection.

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What is being done well?

• The nursery premises and facilities for outdoor play are good. These are well laid out and well equipped, thus enabling children to experience a good variety of activities that support their learning and development. • There is a clear system of staff supervision that means that staff work well together and receive a good level of support. This means that activities for children are well planned and the level of care they receive is of a high standard. • The nursery provides a warm and caring environment for children and their parents. Staff actively make children and their parents feel welcome at the nursery, thus ensuring that children feel secure and happy.

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What needs to be improved?

• the procedures for lost children; • the accident and medication procedures; • the child protection procedures.

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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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WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE NEXT?

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 2 revise procedures for lost children to include outings; 7 revise the accident and medication procedures to take account of confidentiality and data protection issues; 13 revise the child protection procedures to address the issue of allegations made against staff members.

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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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