Sunshine Under 5's

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 10/03/2005 Inspector Name Steven Anthony Urry

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Sessional Day Care Setting Name Sunshine Under 5's Nursery Setting Address 441 Eastwood Windmill Hill Runcorn Cheshire WA7 6LJ

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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

Sunshine's Under 5's Nursery is situated at Windmill Hill in Runcorn Cheshire is cater for children from the surrounding area. There are currently 18 children from birth to five years on roll. Children attend for a variety of sessions. There are five funded children who have special educational needs and 2 children who speak English as an additional language. The Nursery provides five morning sessions a week, during term time only. The hours of opening are Monday 09.30 to 12:00 hours. Three members staff work directly with the funded three and four year olds. Of these, 1 holds a relevant qualification in childcare 2 other staff are presently undertaking professional childcare training. The group are a member of the Pre-School Lea.

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How good is the Day Care?

Sunshine's under 5's Nursery provides good quality care for children under eight years. There is an adequate level of qualified staff. The environment is welcoming to children and their parents. The space available is sufficient to ensure the different needs of all the children are met. There is a good range of quality, stimulating play materials, furniture and equipment. Clear systems are in place for recording information and all documentation is well maintained. Staff actively promote children's safety throughout the playgroup at all times. Risk assessments are in place and steps taken to minimise risks to children and make them aware of potential hazards. Children's personal hygiene is promoted at all times although, the nappy changing facility requires urgent review. A good level of planning is in place. Children are confident, friendly and familiar with their routines. They show interest in the stimulating play materials and activities

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How good is the Day Care?

provided, which aides their learning. The Nursery provides clear routines and structure to each session. Children relate well to each other they are respectful and well behaved. Partnership with parents is good. Parents are made aware of their child's progress on a regular basis. They is also a very informative notice board for parents that is regularly updated. Feedback from parents indicated their satisfaction with 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 service provided.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last Inspection four Actions were requested. Three concerned safety aspects of the outdoor play are and one was to update the complaints policy. All actions have been successfully addressed.

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What is being done well?

• Staff have a knowledge and understanding of their role within the setting. Staff organise and utilise resources well to the benefit of the children. • All toys and play equipment are of good quality • Parents are kept well informed about their child's progress and well being on a regular bases. • Staff have due regard to the individual needs of children which are met in accordance with the wishes of parents. • All documentation is maintained to a high standard

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What needs to be improved?

• Safety, to ensure the nappy changing facility is adequate. • Safety documentation, to ensure procedures are in place to secure parents written consent at having their child's photograph taken. In the case of recording digital images, a clear policy outlining how the images will be stored and then subsequently deleted must be maintained.

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inspection or 1st April 2004 whichever is later.)

N/A there are no complaints to this report.

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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 4 Carry out risk assessment of nappy changing facilities. 6 Ensure that all photographs taken of children are with written parental agreement, maintain a digital photographic policy outlining how digital images will be stored and dates the data is deleted.

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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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