Busy Bees Day Nursery at Colchester Stanway

Just Learning Nursery Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY308705 Inspection date 24/02/2011 Inspector Suzanne Stedman

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Setting address 342 London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 8LT

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Telephone number 01206 212233 Email colchester@justlearning.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. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as

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you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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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

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

Just Learning Nursery is run by Just Learning Ltd and is part of a large chain. It opened in 2005 in a purpose built provision in Colchester, Essex. The group serves the local area and has strong links with the schools. There is an outside play area.

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Description of the setting

The group opens from 7am - 7pm every week day. Children are able to attend for a variety of sessions. The group is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of 139 children may attend the nursery at any one time all of whom may be on the Early Years Register. There are currently 121 children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage. The group provides funded early education for three- and four-year-olds. It supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language.

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Description of the setting

The nursery employs 21 members of child care staff. All of which, hold appropriate early years qualifications and one is currently completing a higher qualification. The group 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

This group has a very good understanding of children's individual needs which supports children in making progress within the Early Years Foundation stage. Learning opportunities take place in a safe and well risk-assessed environment where children's safety and security is given a very high priority. Good partnerships with parents, carers and outside agencies ensure that the needs of each child are well met. This provision uses self assessment to identify their strengths and areas for development. Children's assessment records are well kept. The nursery and outside area are used well however the children do not currently have free flow to the outside at all times so their freedom of choice is limited.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop free flow for inside and outside play to incorporate all areas of learning  develop activities and resources relating to similarities and difference.

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the early years provision

The manager and staff work together closely to develop the setting's good standard of learning. Children are safeguarded as robust recruitment procedures This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 are in place and all adults having access to children are suitable to do so. Staff members have a secure understanding of the safeguarding procedures and attend relevant training to update their knowledge. There is CCTV throughout the setting with monitors in the foyer and family room. In the entrance lobby there is anti- bacterial gel for all to use to help prevent cross infection.

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the early years provision

All the required policies and procedures are in place and kept in good order and support the group's practices. These documents are all shared with parents and carers to ensure they are well informed. The staff are committed to working in partnership with parents, carers and outside agencies as they understand the importance and benefits this brings. Parents are verbally kept up-to-date on a regular basis. The children's Learning Stories are shared and also completed by the parents and carers who also identify the children's next steps at home. There is a notice board containing information and newsletters are provided to keep them informed about current events in the nursery. The nursery serves several schools and has made good links with other settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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the early years provision

Good security and risk assessments are in place to ensure the environment and activities, both indoors and outdoors, remain safe for children. Continual evaluation of the provision ensures that areas for improvement are identified. Emphasis and consideration is given to the views of the children and parents via questionnaires. These views are put into practice wherever possible which ensures a good working relationship between the nursery and parents to provide the best possible care for the children. All activities are adapted to meet the unique child's needs and help them develop. This demonstrates the ability to evaluate and adapt to a child- centred approach. There are currently limited resources and activities relating to similarities and difference therefore children's awareness in this area is not fully met.

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and outcomes for children

Children are able to play and learn in a child-friendly environment both inside and outside. The staff know the children who attend the setting well and have a good understanding of child development and how children learn. This means that children are provided with a range of play and learning opportunities which support their interests. Children enjoy creative activities inside such as, making pizzas to take home to share with their family. There is a permanent art station so children are able to access art materials throughout the sessions. Mathematical language is used and put into practice when ascertaining how many children are present for meals. Children enjoy role play for example dressing up as a princess in the home play area. Children plant, harvest and care for a variety of fruits and vegetables which develops an understanding of living things.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing an understanding of how to keep themselves and others safe whilst inside and outside the group and are secure within their environment. For example, children are encouraged to use the antibacterial gel at the entrance This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and before meals to help prevent cross infection. They are made aware of the correct way to use the outside apparatus. This helps to reinforce their understanding of staying safe.

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and outcomes for children

Children are offered healthy food and are able to help themselves to food at meal time promoting choice and independence. Children manage their personal hygiene routines well with free access to the toilets and wash basins. Positive activities are shared as children help to clear away at the end of the session and after meals. Children are learning skills for the future as they learn to be independent, form relationships and progress well in their learning and development. 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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