Little Potters Nursery

Nymel Day Nurseries Limited Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY412560 Inspection date 06/01/2011 Inspector Cathleen Howard

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Setting address Nymel Day Nurseries Limited, 7 West Bank, STOKE-ON- TRENT, ST4 5DE Telephone number 0178 2412141 Email jacknjillnursery@live.co.uk 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

Nymel Day Nurseries Limited opened in 2010. It is a privately owned provision situated in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. It operates from a three story building in the city of Stoke on Trent Staffordshire. There is a secure outdoor play area which is part grass and part bark chippings.

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Description of the setting

The nursery is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. It is registered to provide care for 76 children under the age of eight years, all of whom may be in the early years age range. There are currently 83 children on roll, 40 of whom are in the early years age range. The nursery provides full and part time care and is open 51 weeks of the year, each weekday from 7.00am to 6 pm.

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Description of the setting

The nursery employs 19 members of staff, 16 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The setting receives support from the local authority.

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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

Children make good progress in their learning and development and enjoy their time in this welcoming and inclusive setting. All of the required information and documentation is gathered and maintained to meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The staff and management work together to ensure positive relationships are fully developed with the parents and their children currently attending. Systems in place to evaluate the setting are strong and include the identification of the setting's strengths and areas for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that children are able to freely access drinks throughout the day.

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the early years provision

The nursery has a good understanding of their responsibility to safeguard children. Rigorous and robust vetting procedures ensure that all adults working in the setting are suitable to do so. Clear policies and procedures are in place to ensure children's welfare, care and safety are promoted. Risk assessments are completed for all areas of the premises and any outings undertaken. A daily safety checklist is also completed to ensure children's safety at all times. All of the required policies, procedures and documents are stored on the premises, together with details of the regulatory information regarding children's individual needs so that these are easily accessible. All medication and accident records are well maintained, with parents This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 signing to acknowledge any entries so they are well informed. Detailed information

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the early years provision

is obtained from parents with regard to their children's individual needs, allergies and routines. Consent to seek emergency medical advice and treatment is in place which promotes children's welfare.

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the early years provision

Children are helped to feel safe as good relationships are built between them and their key workers. They are beginning to understand how to keep themselves safe as they take part in regular emergency evacuation drills. They are aware of the rules within the setting, for example, picking toys up so they don't trip and holding the hand rail when negotiating the stairs.

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the early years provision

A comprehensive selection of toys and resources are available and are presented in a way that enables children to freely access them. The nursery promotes inclusive practice at all times and works well to ensure that each child and family is fully included in the life of the setting. Staff have a good understanding of children's individual needs. They recognise and value children's differences and display information about other cultures. All children are able to access a good selection of resources to learn about the wider world and other cultures through their play and they take part in celebrating various festivals.

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the early years provision

The staff and management work together to ensure positive relationships are fully developed with the parents and their children. They are also aware of the need to establish partnerships with other settings, agencies and professionals to ensure continuity of care and learning. Parents are provided with useful information about the setting both at the beginning and on an ongoing basis. Notices are displayed for parents and the nursery operates an open door policy for parents.

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the early years provision

The self-evaluation systems of the provision are good and include all management, staff, parents and their children. This ensures the provision is evaluated from different perspectives. The management has a clear sense of purpose and, through various methods of reviewing and reflecting on practice, engages staff in making changes that bring about positive improvements for children's welfare and learning. Regular staff meetings and frequent opportunities for staff development and training ensure that all keep up-to-date with changes. Staff are continually improving their skills for the benefit of the children. The capacity to make further improvement on an ongoing basis is strong and is a key focus of the staff and management to ensure good outcomes for all children on roll.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress as they access a range of learning opportunities which are both adult led and child initiated. Staff use observations to gain a good understanding of the children's interests, to ensure that each child is offered challenging experiences and personalised learning to progress. Observations are also used to inform the planning of activities which are varied and offer opportunities across all areas of learning. Children show they feel safe within their environment as they approach the staff for assistance and comfort when they need it. They respond well to the staff, talking about their home This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 experiences and plans for the future. Children play well with their peers and show kindness and care for each other.

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and outcomes for children

Children are able to freely access a variety of books, sitting comfortably in the book corner to enjoy story time and joining in with favourite phrases and following the actions. Babies delight in crawling to staff to share their books. Children are able to access a variety of writing materials. They take great delight and pride in sharing their pictures with staff. Children are developing an understanding of problem solving, reasoning and numeracy with mathematical concepts through day-to-day activities. For example, activities that involve shape and number, such as singing and joining in number rhymes. Children are beginning to develop their understanding of the wider world through visits in the local community to the local library, shops and children's centre. Their interest in technology is promoted as they access laptop computers and toy phones during their play.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn appropriate social skills and behaviour such as sharing, taking turns and forming friendships. Good manners are encouraged throughout and acknowledged by staff who give lots of appropriate praise and encouragement. As a result, children are generally well behaved and enjoy their time spent at the nursery.

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and outcomes for children

Children of all ages are effectively supported to understand the routines of personal hygiene. For example, older children wash their hands after using the toilet and talk about germs, while babies are encouraged to wash their hands after nappy changes. Most children are encouraged to take regular drinks with a jug of water and cups freely available in most rooms. However, this is not always freely available in the pre-school room. Children take part in activities to help them understand about the importance of healthy eating. They are provided with freshly cooked meals and fresh fruit snacks on a daily basis. Snack and meal times are seen as social occasions. Staff sit with the children and enjoy the same meal. This promotes children's understanding of healthy eating and develops their table manners. Children and babies have access to the well-equipped garden on a daily basis. They enjoy riding on bikes, using the climbing and balancing equipment.

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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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