Condicote Playgroup

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 28/04/2003 Inspector Name Jennifer Read

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SETTING DETAILS

Setting Name Condicote Playgroup Setting Address Condicote Village Hall Cheltenham Glos GL54 1EY

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name The Committee of Condicote Playgroup 1064 785

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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

Condicote play group has been registered since 2002. It operates from the local village hall of Condicote near Stow-on-the-Wold. The nursery is open during term times, Monday to Thrusday from 9.15 a.m. until 12.15 p.m. A toddler session operates on Friday mornings from 10.00 a.m. until 12.00 p.m. The play group serves the village and surrounding areas. There are currently 14 children from two years to five years on roll. This includes funded three-and-four-year olds. The children are grouped together, with a range of activities provided according to children's age and stage of development. The play group supports one child with specieal needs and there are currently no children who speak English as an additional language. There are two members of staff with early years qualifications who work directly with the children. Parent volunteers are used on a rota basis to support the staff and children.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last inspection, the provider agreed to complete fire safety officers recommendations and to record details of any incidents and share these with parents. The play group leader has requested a visit from the fire safety officer and is still awaiting his visit. Incidents of behaviour are recorded and parents are informed on the same day.

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What is being done well?

Staff are well qualified with a vast amount of experience and skills to ensure children reccieve the appropriate level of care. There is a suitable system in place to cover staff absence to ensure continuity of care to children. Children play with a stimulating range and balance of activities and toys to support and extend their learning. Activities are planned to ensure links are made in the different areas of learning, in line with the theme. Children have access to a wide range of well organised toys, resources and books. Good use is made of the local network to support and extend children's choices and learning opportunities. The premises is bright, clean and well maintained with activities and furniture well organised to encourage free movement. Relationships with parents are positive and effective to ensure children's needs are

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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 met according to parent's wishes. Detailed information is shared with parents on admission to the play group about the provision and all policies. Staff show good awareness and knowledge of when permission is sought from parents. Staff act as positive role models and adopt a clear and consistent approach to the management of behaviour, while paying heed to individual capacity for understanding. Staff act in the best interest of children in their care who have special needs and follow appropriate procedures. Staff actively promote equality of opportunity for all children and ensure their individual needs are acknowledged and met. A good variety of healthy and nutrious food is provided to promote children's growth and development. Staff have a clear knowledge and good understanding of children's dietary needs. All

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What is being done well?

members of staff are appropriately qualified in first aid. Staff are inconsistent in their practice to promote good hygiene. Access to the provision is monitored well to ensure children are safe and secure.

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What needs to be improved?

implement consistent plans to best meet children's physical needs. Indoor space is not consistently utilised to promote children's physicl needs during wet weather. Persons not vetted have unsupervised contact with the children. ensure there are suitable arrangements to protect children from persons not vetted. No procedure in place for a lost child. Record of attendance does not include times of arrival and departure, staff and volunteers. There is no system in place to record visitors at the play group. Contact details of staff and volunteers are not kept on the premises. extend the procedure for uncollected children, to include the course of action to take in the event of a lost child. develop a system to record when children, staff and visitors are present, including times of arrival and departure. Record of accidents does not contain all relevant information.extend the information recorded in the

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What needs to be improved?

accident book in line with the guidance. Staff are inconsistent in their practice to promote good hygiene. Risk assessments of the premises are not undertaken to ensure potential risks to children are minimised.conduct a risk assessment of the premises and review it regularly Complaints procedure does not include the Ofsted contact details. Not all staff are aware of the procedure to follow in the event of a child protection concern. ensure all staff have an understanding of child protection procedures.

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The Registered Person should have regard to the following recommendations

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

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 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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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

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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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