Forest Hall Day Nursery

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 27/11/2003 Inspector Name Karen Ling

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Full Day Care Setting Name Forest Hall Day Nursery Setting Address Springfield Park Forest Hall Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 9AG

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name Northumbrian Trust Day Nurseries LTD 3162423

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Northumbrian Trust Day Nurseries LTD Address 254 Chillingham Road Heaton Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear NE6 5LQ

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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

Forest Hall Day Nursery opened in 1992 and is one of four private day nurseries owned by Northumbrian Trust Day Nurseries. The nursery is situated in North Tyneside on the outskirts of Newcastle in the village of Forest Hall. It offers full and part time places for children from 3 months to five years.It receives funding for three and four year old children. The nursery supports children with special needs and those for whom English is an additional language. The nursery is open for 51 weeks of the year each week day from 07.30 to 18.00. All nursery staff are qualified or working towards a recognised qualification in child care and have varying levels of experience. Four senior staff are currently working towards a qualification in management. Support from an advisory teacher from the Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership is also received. The nursery gained the 'Investors in People' award in 2002 and is committed to

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Information about the setting

gaining the National Day Nurseries Association 'Quality Counts, Assurance Scheme' award.

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How good is the Day Care?

Forest Hall Day Nursery provides good care for children. The nursery is organised well. Staff and management show commitment and are continually developing their own professional knowledge and skills. The provision is warm and welcoming and provides appropriate furniture, equipment and resources for the full range of ages and abilities of children cared for. Good, thorough documentation and record keeping underpins the day to day running of the nursery. Staff are thorough and diligent as they promote the safety and well being of the children. They are aware of individual needs and take these into account when planning activities and daily routines such as meal times. Staff present as good role models and use positive behaviour strategies. As a result children are well mannered and their behaviour is very good. The nursery plans and provides a balnced range of daily activities for the different age groups. The children are motivated by the good range of interesting activities

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How good is the Day Care?

through which their knowledge and skills are developed appropriately. Staff interact well with the children, show interest in what they say and value their 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 The nursery has developed good relationships with parents. Effective communication systems are in place that help information about the children's development and the provision to be shared. Systems are in place to uphold confidentiality and documentation is organised and easily accessible.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

There were no actions or recommendations following the previous Inspection

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What is being done well?

• The organisation and sharing of good practice within the nursery is very good. • Staff are motivated and work well and good teamwork has been established. • Staff interact well with children, they are sensitive to children's needs and give appropriate support to encourage all aspects of development. • Management are committed to ongoing professional development, value and use the strengths of skills of staff.

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What needs to be improved?

• the rest area in the 'Little Tykes' room, so that disturbance from people passing through to the 'Early Years' room is minimised • the range of wheeled toys so that older children are provided with sufficient challenge.

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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 5 provide a range of outdoor toys that provide sufficient challenge for the older children. 6 look at ways of arranging sleeping arrangements in Little Tykes room to avoid disturbance when accessing pre-school room.

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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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