Ferndale Road Day Nursery

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 13/05/2003 Inspector Name Jane Steventon

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SETTING DETAILS

Setting Name Ferndale Road Day Nursery Setting Address Ground Floor Exbury House London SW9 8AZ

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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

Ferndale Day Nursery is situated in a ground floor flat in a purpose built block, within a community estate. The premises comprises of a kitchen, children's dining area, over two's play room, children's bathroom, baby nappy changing area, office/staff room, staff bathroom, under two's play room, sleep room and boiler room. There is an enclosed outdoor play area adjacent to the premises. The nursery is registered for a maximum of 24 children aged 3 months to 5 years of which no more than 6 shall be under 2 years. There are 8 members of staff including the manager and a cook. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 6.00pm and is open throughout the year except for the usual bank holidays and a week at Christmas. The nursery intends to apply for funding for 3 & 4 year olds. The nursery receives support and advice from Lambeth Early Years.

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How good is the Day Care?

Overall the standard of care is satisfactory. The nursery provides a flexible, reliable service to children and their families.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

Some of the actions set during Registration have been completed.

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What is being done well?

The care and environment provided for children aged 0-2 years is warm, affectionate and caring. Equipment and play materials in the are used for children 0-2 years is easily accessible to children and supports their developmental needs.

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What needs to be improved?

Standard 2 & 3: The organisation and space in the areas for children age over 2 years needs to be improved. Play equipment, resources and creative materials need to be accessible to children allowing them freedom of choice. Standard 3: Children aged 2-5 years, need to be able to make decisions about their learning and play and choose from a range of activities. All the adults need to be interested in what children do and say. The organisation of story time needs to be improved and take into account children's individual needs. Standard 6: Kitchen needs to be

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What needs to be improved?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 inaccessible to children at all times. Standard 7: Tables need to be clean when food is served. Standard 9: The nursery's Equal Opportunities policy needs to reflect the practice within the nursery. Standard 10: The Proprietor needs to have a copy of the Code of Practice relating to the Identification and Assessment of Special Needs and staff need to be familiar with this. Standard 11: The nursery's behaviour management policy needs to relate to the practice within the nursery. Standard 13: The nursery's Child protection policy needs to include a procedure for dealing with allegations against staff, and a method be in place for recording child protection concerns

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 2 ensure registration arrangements show when children are collected 2 improve organisation, use of space and resources in areas used by 2-5 year olds 3 ensure play materials and equipment are easily accessible to children 4 ensure space is organised effectively to meet the needs of children aged 2-5 years. 6 ensure kitchen is inaccessible to children at all times. 9 ensure equal opportunities policy reflects the practice within the nursery 10 ensure a copy of the Code of Practice for the Identification and Assessment of Special Needs is obtained and that staff have regard to this 11 ensure the behaviour management policy relates to the practice within the nursery 13 ensure child protection policy includes procedure for dealing with allegations against staff. 13 ensure method is provided for recording child protection concerns

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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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