Lynton Childcare

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 30/04/2004 Inspector Name Susan Andrews

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Full Day Care Setting Name Lynton Childcare LTD Setting Address 85 Shilton Road Barwell Leicester Leicestershire LE9 8BP

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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

Lynton Childcare Limited, opened in July 2003. It operates from a large semi-detached property in Barwell Leicestershire, which is partly used as the family home of the registered provider Dorothy Kallika. The full day care nursery serves the rural village community and the neighbouring market town of Hinckley. The nursery is registered to care for 18 children under eight years. There are currently 20 children on roll aged from 11 months to 10 years. This includes five funded three-year-olds and six funded four-year-olds. The group supports one child who has special needs. There are no children currently attending who speak English as an additional language. The group opens on weekdays throughout the year from 07:30 to 18:00. Children can attend full-time or on a sessional basis. There are two full-time and four part-time staff who work with the children. Over half the staff have a childcare qualification, one of whom holds an NVQ level 3 certificate

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Information about the setting

in Childcare and Education. Some staff are currently undertaking further training. The nursery has a pet dog and a cat to which children have access.

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How good is the Day Care?

Lynton Childcare Limited provides satisfactory quality care for children. The designated play areas provide children with appropriate access to toys and equipment. The organisation of the setting is generally satisfactory however a suitable qualified deputy manager has not yet been appointed. There are no ongoing systems in place to evaluate and develop staff practice. All records are in place and well maintained with the exception of accident records. The premises are in good decorative order well maintained and generally safe, although a full risk assessment has not yet been conducted. There is a range of policies and procedures in place that safeguard the nature and nurture of children. Personal hygiene practices and nappy changing procedures do not sufficiently promote good standards. The setting provides a variety of opportunities for children’s development, relaxation

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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 and to play imaginatively, although opportunities for children to reason and problem solve are limited. There are a good variety of resources available however positive images relating to culture, gender and disability are limited. Children’s behaviour is managed effectively with emphasis on praise and encouragement. The organisation of mealtimes does not promote children’s social development sufficiently. Relationships with parents is very good, reflected in the way the setting ensures information is well documented and exchanged with them verbally and through newsletters, on a regular basis.

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What is being done well?

• The children are provided with good access to a range of toys and equipment to meet their developmental needs, encouraging independence and providing choice. • The setting has developed clear behaviour management strategies that work well and are consistent, so that children know what is expected of them. • There is a commitment to promote and maintain a real partnership with parents so as to provide a secure and happy learning environment and continuity of care for children.

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What needs to be improved?

• the strategies in place to assess staff's skills and competency, so that training needs can be identified and the quality of care for children is enhanced • the appointment of a suitably qualified and experienced person to deputise in the absence of the manager, to provide continuity of care • the planning for individual children's development to encourage children to enhance their reasoning and problem solving skills • the assessment of risks, to promote health and safety of children and staff • the hygiene practices, in respect to nappy changing, to ensure staff maintain procedures fully • the management of mealtimes, so that children can develop their social skills • the resources to develop positive images, in respect to culture, gender and disability

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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 14 Ensure Ofsted is informed of any significant changes with regard to staffing arrangements. 30/04/2004

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 1 Ensure strategies are in place to assess staff’s skills and competency. 2 Ensure that there is a suitably qualified and experienced named deputy, who is able to take charge in the absence of the manager. 3 Use observations to plan a range of activities and play opportunities to enhance children’s individual development to help staff to develop the children’s reasoning and problem solving skills. 6 Conduct a risk assessment on the premises identifying actions to be taken to minimize identified risks. 7 Ensure detailed information is kept regarding all accidents to children. 7 Ensure strategies relating to good hygiene practices are maintained with regard to nappy changing procedures. 8 Ensure that mealtimes are managed, in such a way, that provides children with opportunities to develop their social skills. 9 Ensure that children have an appropriate range of activities and resources

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by the time of the next inspection

that promote positive images, equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice in respect to culture gender and disability.

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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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