Copthorne Kinders Day Nursery LTD.

Copthorne Kinders Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY340213 Inspection date 19/10/2010 Inspector Helen Penticost

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Setting address LA Fitness, Copthorne Road, Copthorne, CRAWLEY, West Sussex, RH10 3PG Telephone number 01342 718778 or 07792 605 990 Email tracey-o-dwyer@hotmail.com Type of setting Childcare on non-domestic premises to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk.

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T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the setting

Copthorne Kinders is a privately run crèche and nursery. It opened in 2007 and operates from one main room, subdivided into three different areas. It is situated in LA Fitness Health Club in Copthorne, Crawley. A maximum of 10 children may attend the crèche at any one time, and it is open each weekday from 09:30 to 12:30 all year round. A maximum of 20 children may attend the nursery at any one time, which is open each weekday from 08:00 to 18:00 all year round. The setting is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The setting is able to support children with disabilities and learning difficulties, and those with English as an additional language. All children share access to an enclosed outdoor play area and an indoor squash court for physical activities.

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Description of the setting

There are currently 26 children from three months to under five years on roll. Of these, four children receives funding for early education. Children come from a wide catchment area. The crèche and nursery employs 10 members of staff. Of these, nine hold appropriate early years qualifications and one is working towards a qualification.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The nursery provides a warm and inclusive environment where children are secure and happy and where most of the requirements are met. Children make good progress in their learning and development as methods for observation and assessment clearly identifies individual children's next steps. Partnership with parents and associations with other early years professionals are established to ensure all children's individual needs are consistently met. Self evaluation is effective, which aids the identification of areas which need to improve and be developed further.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 further develop the use of the outdoor play area to provide children with challenging and stimulating learning experiences.  develop children's access to information and communication technology  continue to ensure there are sufficient resources to promote children's understanding of diversity This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The premises are secure with staff being vigilant in ensuring that no unwanted visitors gain access. Safeguarding procedures are in place for protecting children and keeping them safe, including management of any allegations made against members of staff. Staff are aware of signs and symptoms of abuse and how to record and report child protection concerns should they arise. Required written policies and procedures are in place and are freely available to parents through the dedicated website. Children are kept secure both indoors and when outside. Thorough risk assessments are effectively carried out in all areas used by the children and for all outings. All required documentation is in place and is well- organised. For example, the attendance records for children and staff clearly record times of arrival and departure for each room. The recruitment procedures are robust and records of suitability meet requirements.

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the early years provision

Staff are deployed so that supervision and support is assured and cover staff ensure ratios are maintained throughout the day. Resources are effectively managed to ensure that children have access to a wide range of stimulating activities that help to promote their good progress. The views of parents, children and staff are sought and self-evaluation identifies well targeted areas for improvement. Therefore, the staffing team acknowledges that developing the outdoor area, providing more resources to reflect diversity and improve children's access to information and communication technology will boost learning experiences for the children. The setting is able to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and for whom English is an additional language.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with the parents is a strength of the provision. Children settle well because of the good relationships fostered with the parents and others providing early years education. The setting have links with the local schools and pre-schools and they share information about learning and development through the use of learning journals. The nursery ensures there is a good two-way flow of information, for example, daily exchanges of written and verbal information ensures consistency of care. Information gathered about children's starting points enables appropriate planning for their continuing development. Parents are invited to view their child's learning journey at any time or at parent?s evenings where they can discuss development with their child?s key worker.

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and outcomes for children

On arrival, children settle quickly to their chosen activity and for new children acclimatization sessions are undertaken at the child's own pace in accordance with their own needs. They are able to identify their own shoes when asked and are encouraged to independently put them on and staff are on hand to offer help if the children require it. Children are able to follow simple instructions and understand This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 routines, such as when they are asked to wash hands for snack and meal times. They self select throughout their day at the nursery and flow freely around their environment with ease. Children show kindness and consideration to others, for example, they help each other to search for dressing up shoes and working together they succeed in their task.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is managed consistently and they are given explanations for why their behaviour is not appropriate. Throughout the nursery, children approach staff for cuddles and reassurance and they are all gently reminded about their actions. Children fully participate in their chosen activity, are engaged and fully enjoy their play. For example, one child paints a picture using a brush and then moves onto hand printing and ends up painting the backs of the hands as well. The child has a wonderful time and becomes thoroughly engrossed. Children self register at the setting as they find their name which is attached to their photograph. They easily access books from the comfy book corner and they hold the books correctly and turn the pages with ease. Children freely chat with each other at the snack table about the toys that they have at home and their favourite things. Babies? early communications are constantly responded to by the staff, as

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and outcomes for children

Children are able to solve mathematical problems in everyday activities, for example, they complete jigsaw puzzles independently, and are beginning to identify shapes in everyday objects. Babies use shape sorters and games where they are required to post a ball into the holes and they are rewarded with flashing lights and a musical tune. Children are able to discuss their needs during differing weather conditions. For example, they talk about what clothes and protective measures they need to take in the hot and cold weather. Children make use of recyclable resources such as cardboard tubes and they make 3D junk models. They celebrate festivals from around the world including Chinese New Year, and Diwali where they try different foods.

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and outcomes for children

Indoors children take part in music and movement sessions with the staff and they are encouraged to be aware of their own personal space to ensure hat they do not bump into others. They march like soldiers and bounce like kangaroo and all of the children join in with enthusiasm. Both inside and out of the setting are opportunities for children to develop their large muscle movement. Out of doors children access ride on toys and cars as well as a slide and cars and trucks and during inclement weather the children access the squash courts within the fitness centre, where they use resources such as a parachute. Snack and meal times are a social occasion where children enjoy healthy and home cooked meals. Children help to prepare their own snack by using age appropriate knifes to chop the fresh fruit. Any allergies are noted on the registration system clearly available to all staff which ensures that children access foods that are appropriate for them. Children

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and outcomes for children

have good opportunities to develop creative flares as they draw self portraits using mirrors to look at themselves and as they help to create an autumnal display.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress towards the early learning goals in relation to their starting points and capabilities. The staff have good systems in place to observe and monitor their progress as records of development clearly reflect children's achievements and next steps. The individual learning journeys show a good range This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of recording methods with photographs and comments. Planning covers all areas of learning and ensures a range of both child-led and adult led activities take place. Children are acquiring good social skills and a foundation to prepare them for future learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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