Guilden Sutton Day Nursery

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 22/10/2004 Inspector Name Sue Anslow

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Full Day Care Setting Name Guilden Sutton Private Day Nursery Setting Address A V Wilding Business Park, Guilden Sutton Lane Guilden Sutton Chester Cheshire CH3 7EX

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Anne Stone and Patricia Thornborough Address Guilden Sutton Day Nursery, A V Wilding Business Park Guilden Sutton Lane, Guilden Sutton Chester Cheshire CH3 7EX

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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

Guilden Sutton Day Nursery is privately owned and run by Lesley Stone and Pat Thornborough. Apart from the nursery they also run three out of school clubs in the area. The nursery opened in 1998 and operates from three rooms in a purpose-built single storey building. It is situated at the entrance to a small business park in Guilden Sutton, on the outskirts of Chester. A maximum of 54 children may attend the nursery at any one time. The nursery is open each weekday from 07:30 to 18:00 approximately 51 weeks of the year. All children share access to a secure enclosed outdoor play area. There are currently 63 children aged from birth to under five years on roll. Of these 14 children receive funding for nursery education. Children come from a wide catchment area as the nursery is is close to several major access routes into Chester, North Wales and the Wirral. The nursery supports children with special

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Information about the setting

needs and children who speak English as an additional language. The nursery employs 23 staff. Twelve staff hold appropriate early years qualifications and six staff are working towards a qualification.

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How good is the Day Care?

Guilden Sutton Day Nursery provides good care for children. The team of mostly qualified and experienced staff organise the setting well in accordance with good policies and procedures. Records are kept correctly and as required. There is ample play space in this purpose-built nursery and an area for outdoor play is provided. Rooms are bright and attractively decorated with children's art work and there is a wide range of toys and play equipment for all ages. The health and safety of the children is given high priority although attention needs to be given to the labelling of medicine bottles. Children are taught and encouraged in good hygiene practices. Healthy, well balanced meals, snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day and individual requirements are catered for. Staff are experienced in the care of children with special needs; equality of opportunity is promoted in all areas and child protection procedures are dealt with appropriately.

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How good is the Day Care?

A wide range of activities are provided for all ages. These are well planned and incorporate different themes and topics throughout the year to stimulate the

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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 children's interest. Good supervision and close interaction of staff leads to good behaviour. Children are encouraged to play and learn together and show care and consideration for others. There are good relationships with parents, developed through daily communication about their child and information about the organisation, events and activities.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last inspection the provider agreed to maintain a daily record of children's hours of attendance. Parents sign the children in and out of the nursery each day which ensures accuracy of records if there was an emergency. An up to date gas safety certificate was also required which was seen at this inspection. This ensures the safety of gas appliances and equipment. The provider agreed to ensure that all staff would follow the nappy-changing procedures. This is now assured, procedures are written up and all staff agree to follow them. This reduces the risk of infection. The nursery was required to introduce incident records. Each separate room holds their own records and now has written confirmation of any significant incident, for future reference. The provider also agreed to obtain written information on child protection procedures and ensure staff had access to the policy. A full policy has

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What has improved since the last inspection?

been devised based on local authority guidelines and up to date legislation. This policy is required reading for all new members of staff and is available on the notice board in the entrance hall. Staff are familiar with the guidelines and procedures which ensures the welfare of the children at all times.

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What is being done well?

• The range of activities is age appropriate and well planned to achieve all early learning goals. Good use of natural play materials help children understand the world we live in. Children are given the opportunity to be creative and imaginative. They are given choices and are encouraged to be confident and independent. • Comprehensive and well written policies and procedures are understood by all staff and put into practice to ensure that children are safe and well cared for. Observation, assessments and planning for the future help children achieve their potential. • The environment in which the children are cared for is warm, bright and attractive. There is ample play space both indoors and outside. Rooms and equipment are laid out well, enabling children to make choices and move freely from one activity to another. All areas are well furnished and resourced. • Emphasis is placed on equality of opportunity. All children are included in all

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What is being done well?

games and activities and the nursery is very well resourced with a range of play materials which reflect diversity. Festivals are celebrated and different foods tried. Appropriately themed activities help children understand and value each others similarities and differences. • Children receive lots of praise and encouragement for good behaviour. They are helped to understand how they are expected to behave within the setting.

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What is being done well?

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 excercise positive role models towards children and handle situations in a calm and sensitive manner. Children are encouraged to be kind and helpful, learning to share and take turns. • Partnership with parents is good. There are good systems in place for ensuring records are shared with parents. Parents are kept well informed about their child's progress and receive regular written reports. Staff seek and have regard for parent's view's about their child's preferences and aptitudes and they are kept well informed about the organisation, its policies and activities.

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What needs to be improved?

• the clear labelling of children's medicine bottles.

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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

Std Recommendation 7 ensure all medicine containers are clearly labelled with child's name

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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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