Whitegate Primary and Nursery School

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 30/01/2004 Inspector Name Helen Hudd

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Sessional Day Care Setting Name Little Haven Nursery School Setting Address The Guide Headquarters The Drive Banstead Surrey SM7 3HG

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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

Little Haven Nursery School opened in 1990. It operates from the Guide headquarters in Banstead and offers access to a large and a small hall, kitchen, toilet and outdoor play facilities. Children attend from the local area and some surrounding areas. The group provides sessional care for 32 and accepts children from two and a half years old. There are currently 52 children on roll and this includes 40 who are in receipt of nursery education grant funding. The group supports children who have special educational needs. Opening hours are 09:00 to 12:00 Monday to Friday and 12:30 to 15:00 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during term time only. Four full time and three part time staff work with the children. Of these five have an early years qualification to level three, one is qualified to level two, and one is currently working towards a level three qualification. Ongoing training opportunities for staff are provided through the Surrey Early Years Childcare Service (EYCS).

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How good is the Day Care?

Little Haven Nursery School provides good quality care for children. Staff receive regular appraisals and new staff are informed about policy and practice during their induction. The staff team work well together and most are qualified to level three. The premises are warm and welcoming with children's art work displayed throughout, and a wide range of toys and equipment that promote all areas of children’s development are available. Record keeping meets minimum standards, although some records lack the necessary detail and are not easily accessible. The nursery environment is safe for children and four staff have first aid training, however children can access a communal hand towel which presents a risk of cross infection. Parents provide their child's drink and snack, and staff encourage them to provide healthy food. Fresh drinking water is not available to children at all times. Equal opportunities are promoted through positive reflection of race, culture,

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How good is the Day Care?

language and disability within the resources so that children learn about diversity. The Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) has attended relevant training and has a good understanding of the Code of Practice for the Identification and Assessment of children with Special Educational Needs. All staff have

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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 completed training on child protection and are familiar with the child protection procedures. Staff interact warmly with the children and are responsive to their needs so that children are confident, however the organisation of the session can sometimes lead to missed opportunities for children to make choices and be creative. Staff manage children's behaviour calmly and consistently and praise their achievements. Parents receive information through the notice board, newsletters, regular informal feedback and one to one feedback at the annual parents’ information day. Parents are informed about topics and are invited to provide items to support the topic and extend the children's understanding.

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What is being done well?

• Staff are familiar with the equal opportunities policy and positive reflection of race, culture, language and disability is seen in the resources so that children develop positive attitudes to diversity. • Staff manage children's behaviour calmly and consistently. They endorse good behaviour by verbally acknowledging and praising the children's achievements and by giving reward stickers. • Most staff have an early years qualification to level three and ongoing training is encouraged. Staff to child ratios are easily met and the staff team work well together.

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What needs to be improved?

• opportunities for children to make choices and develop their imagination and creativity • hygiene, with regard to the communal hand towel.

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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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CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION

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 Ensure that children have sufficient opportunities to make choices and develop their imagination and creativity. 7 Ensure that children do not use communal hand towels.

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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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