Beaupre Under 5 Centre

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 28/08/2004 Inspector Name Margaret Elizabeth Roberts

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Out of School Day Care, Sessional Day Care Setting Name Beaupre Under 5's Centre Setting Address Church Drove Outwell Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE14 8RH

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name The Committee of Beaupre Under 5's Centre

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Beaupre Under 5's Centre Address Church Drove Outwell Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE14 8RH

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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

Beupre Under 5's Centre opened in 1985. It operates from one room in a mobile building in the grounds of Outwell primary school. The centre serves the local area. There are currently 31 children from 2 to under 5 years on roll. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The setting currently supports a number of children with special needs and who speak English as an additional language. The group opens 5 days a week during school term times. Sessions are from 08:50 until 11:45 Monday to Friday and 13:00 until 13:00 Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Six part-time and one full-time staff work with the children. Two of the staff have early years qualifications to NVQ level 2 or 3. None of the staff are currently working towards a recognised early years qualification. The setting receives support from a teacher/mentor from the Early Years Development and Child Care partnership (EYDCP).

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How good is the Day Care?

Beupre Under Fives Centre provides satisfactory care for children. The manager holds a level four qualification and has many years experience in childcare. The setting does not hold files on staff or details of others working on the premises. Caring staff that have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities supports children. The premises are warm and welcoming for children and the provision has the necessary facilities to provide a range of activities to promote their development. There is appropriate accessible equipment to provide the children with a stimulating environment, which encourages their independence. Some documentation is not in place. The premises are safe and secure; staff are aware of hazards and ensure that risks to children are minimal. Staff are trained in first aid, but hygiene practices with regard to hand washing are not always sufficient. Staff have a good understanding

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How good is the Day Care?

of children's dietary needs to promote their growth and development. Staff treat children with equal concern meeting their individual needs through support and resources. The children's welfare and safety is supported by the setting's policies and procedures that are followed if abuse or neglect is suspected. Children's individual needs are met through planned activities and play situations

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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 that help to develop their emotional, physical, social and intellectual capabilities. Staff ensure that children can participate at a level appropriate to their needs by giving individual attention and support. The use of positive techniques by staff when dealing with behaviour management results in children understanding most of the time what is right and wrong, however children do not always respect the equipment and begin to leave it strewn over the floor. Staff work closely with parents to build relationships by welcoming them into the setting and valuing their contribution through information sharing.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last inspection the setting had eight actions to complete, four of which have now been completed. This included producing policies on hygiene, behaviour management and child protection, these are now all in place. The public liability insurance is in place and valid. Completion of relevant Ofsted forms, staff qualifications, records for staff and volunteers and the exclusion of children who are ill or infectious are still outstanding.

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What is being done well?

• The good deployment of staff which supports children in their play and learning. • The welcoming environment where children are offered a balanced range of stimulating activities to promote their development in all areas.

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What needs to be improved?

• qualifications of staff • documentation to support the successful running of the setting, particularly with regard to lost or uncollected children, complaints, staff files/personal details, register, recruitment and vetting of staff, sick children • hand washing practices • children's respect for equipment.

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Outcome of the 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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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 Produce a procedure for lost or uncollected children. 31/10/2004 2 Ensure that the name, address and telephone number of the registered person and every other person living or employed on the premises is available on the premises. 31/10/2004

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

12 Make available to parents a written statement that provides details of the procedure to be followed if they have a complaint which includes the address and telephone number of the regulator. 31/10/2004

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 1 Ensure that all staff complete and return the necessary froms to Ofsted and that staff files are in place for each member of staff. 2 Develop and implement an action plan detailing how at least half of all childcare staff will hold a level 2 qualification in childcare. 2 Ensure that an accurate record of attendance is maintained. 3 Continue to encourage children to tidy up during the session. 7 Ensure good hygiene practices are in place regarding hand washing. 14 Ensure that all records relating to day care activities are readily accessible on the premises and available for inspection at all times and review and amend policies and procedures paying particular attention to the recruiting and vetting of staff, induction and sick children.

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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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