Roberttown Lane Pre-School

Roberttown Lane Playgroup Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 311342 Inspection date 14/12/2010 Inspector Melissa Patel

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Setting address The Scout Hut, Roberttown Lane, Roberttown, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 7LF Telephone number 01924 410833 or 07855 159665 Email 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

Roberttown Lane Playgroup has been operating for 28 years and is managed by a voluntary committee. It serves the local community mainly from the village of Roberttown. The setting operates within the local scout hut and is shared with other group users. The setting have use of the main hall, kitchen and toilet facilities, as well as storage facilities. There is a fully enclosed outdoor play area.

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Description of the setting

The setting offers sessional and full day care. It is open Monday and Friday 9am until 12.30am and Tuesday through to Thursday, 9am until 3pm during term time. The setting is registered on the Early Years Register. The setting is registered to care for 25 children in the early years age range. There are currently 29 children on roll, and the setting provides funded early education for three and four year olds.

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Description of the setting

There are five members of staff employed and the majority of staff hold a relevant childcare qualification to Level 3. The setting receives support from the local authority and the Pre-school Learning Alliance. The setting has links with other early years provisions where children also attend.

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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 good implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage ensures children have fun during activities that support their progress well towards the early learning goals. The observations carried out on children are effective in supporting their individual learning priorities. Partnerships with parents are good in supporting children's well-being. The partnerships made with other settings where children also attend are very good in supporting children's welfare and learning needs. The systems in place for monitoring the provision are effective overall and promote continuous improvement well, therefore, the outcomes for children are positive.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure all children's records are accessible to those who have a right or professional need to see them  extend parents involvement in the evaluation of the provision process, to further support children's welfare and learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The provision is managed effectively to safeguard children. For example, all the staff have appropriate background checks and demonstrate suitable knowledge with regard to their role in child protection. Children are safe in the environment and security systems are good. The risk assessments in place are effective in minimising risks to children and the procedures to support children's health and well being work well. Systems in place to support children's learning and development, including the organisation of resources and space is effective. The staff are deployed well in the setting ensuring children receive the support they need to aid their overall welfare. The staff support equality and diversity well and resources are available to help the children learn to value the individuality of people and their lifestyles. The availability of documentation to support the operation of the provision is good overall. However, not all records are on the

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the early years provision

premises at all times to ensure access to those who have a right or professional need to see them.

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the early years provision

The setting supports the children that attend by promoting effective working relationships with the parents. For example, regular dialogue is shared with regard to daily routines and the activities children have participated in. In addition, the children's learning and development files are shared and there are a good range of policies and procedures to support the smooth operation of the provision. The information collected from parents as part of the inspection process is positive with regard to the well-being of their children while at the setting. The links made with other settings where children also attend work very well in sharing information regularly to support the children's individual needs. The systems in place for monitoring and evaluating the setting are effective overall in ensuring requirements are well met, and that practice is reflected on. This helps the management and staff plan to make improvements for the future, to support the

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the early years provision

children's welfare and learning needs effectively. However, the evaluation systems are not maximised regarding gathering information to include parent's full views on the provision to further drive improvements to children's welfare and learning in the future.

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the early years provision

The improvements raised from the last inspection have been put into place well to support children. For example, systems in place to monitor the suitability of staff now include medical suitability. The safeguarding procedures and complaints procedures have been appropriately updated. Hygiene procedures are now consistently maintained, through ensuring children are regularly reminded to wash their hands and this practice is monitored at snack time. The organisation of large group activities to meet the children's needs have improved. This has been carried out by shortening the length of some group time, presenting children with options if they don't want to attend the group at any one particular time, and ensuring all the children who want to be included are. The accessibility of resources to enable design and making are still in the process of development, but improvements have been made by ensuring resources for children to design are now more accessible

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the early years provision

and varied. This enables further choice and children are presented with effective This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 challenges when using large bricks, supported well by staff. These improvements support children's, health, safety and learning effectively.

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and outcomes for children

Children are progressing well with their learning while at the setting because the staff have an effective key worker system, supporting children's individual needs well. For example, children who stand and observe a baking activity are encouraged appropriately to join in, supporting their confidence and emotional well-being well. Children are expressive as they use their imagination going in and out of the tent.

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and outcomes for children

Children make recognisable marks whilst making cards and some children can write their name. They are learning to recognise familiar words, such as their name as they find it on the cup when they go for a drink and they frequently look at books and listen to stories. Children receive praise and encouragement as they achieve a task and for trying, supporting children's well-being effectively. Children are learning about size and shape as they fill different types of containers in the sand. They are challenged effectively as they balance bricks and make a slope to role the cylinder bricks on. They use words such as long, top and bottom, supported by effective questioning from the staff. Children operate equipment skilfully. For example, they change the music on the music player developing skills for the future well. Children enjoy exploring the play dough. They make small shapes and fit them into cases. All children in the group are equally involved.

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and outcomes for children

The observation and assessment systems in place work effectively to support children with their progression across the areas of learning. For example, activities are planned to help children join in group activities, aiding their confidence and social skills. Communication skills are focussed on through daily routines and activities children enjoy. There are also many other plans in place to support children, such as extending their counting skills and colour recognition.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing a good understanding about staying healthy. For example, the children can explain that they need to wash their hands to get them clean and some children know hand washing helps stop germs. They eat healthy snacks, such as fruit and small sausages and bacon to fit in with the Christmas period. Children can choose whether to drink water or milk which they can independently access and they can view images of healthy foods from posters displayed. Children receive regular fresh air and exercise to keep them healthy outdoors. For example, they have opportunities to develop their physical skills, such as co-ordination and balance using blocks of wood. They can practice their skills to control sit and ride- on toys. Indoors, they are very active exploring the small tent, bending and crawling to get inside and building with large construction materials.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a hygienic environment, where they explore a variety of resources and stay safe effectively. They behave well in the setting and respond well to adults. For example, they answer questions when asked and they frequently ask questions. Children are starting to learn the importance of safety This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 through practising the fire evacuation procedure and they handle resources appropriately in the setting. Children are learning about the wider world and diverse communities well overall. For example, resources are available to promote positive messages to all children. For example, there are pictures available reflecting cultural differences and disability. There is a welcome poster displayed in a prominent position which depicts words in various languages. The children celebrate various festivals, such as, Sukkot a Jewish Festival and Christmas.

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and outcomes for children

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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