Guilden Sutton Day Nursery

Guilden Sutton Private Day Nursery Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 305081 Inspection date 22/06/2011 Inspector Ron Goldsmith

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Setting address A V Wilding Business Park, Guilden Sutton Lane, Guilden Sutton, Chester, CH3 7EX Telephone number 01244 321 711 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

Guilden Sutton Day Nursery is privately owned and managed. In addition to the nursery the owners also manage two out of school clubs in the area. The nursery opened in 1998 and operates from three rooms in a purpose-built single storey building. It is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. It is situated at the entrance to a small business park in Guilden Sutton, on the outskirts of Chester. A maximum of 54 children may attend the nursery at any one time. The nursery is open each weekday from 7.30 am to 6.00 pm approximately 51 weeks of the year. All children have access to secure enclosed outdoor play areas.

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Description of the setting

There are currently 80 children aged from birth to under five years on roll. The nursery provides funded early education for three- and four-year-olds. Children come from a wide catchment area. The nursery supports children who speak English as an additional language. The provider employs 31 staff, most of whom hold early years qualifications and five of whom are 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

Children thrive in this nurturing, welcoming and inclusive environment as staff deliver a broad range of interesting activities, which provide lots of learning opportunities. Staff have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and implement all areas of it well. All the required records and documentation are in place and maintained to a high standard. Positive relationships with parents and carers have been established ensuring children's unique needs are recognised and met. Links with other providers are in place to ensure continuity of care. Effective systems are in place to monitor and evaluate the provision, which demonstrates a strong capacity for continuous improvement and which recognises key areas for further development.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the observational assessments to ensure that children's individual next steps are identified and used to inform planning  develop effective systems to encourage parents contributions to children's learning journeys. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The manager and staff are fully trained in safeguarding children. They are confident to follow procedures and link with other agencies to ensure children are safe. A comprehensive child protection policy is shared with all staff and parents to keep them informed of their responsibilities. Children are further safeguarded by a secure entrance system and the setting's robust recruitment, vetting and induction procedures, which help ensure the suitability of staff who work with the children. Detailed risk assessments on the premises and also for outings, ensure that safety is continually monitored and reviewed. Fire drills are practised regularly, which ensures children understand what to do should the need to evacuate the premises arise. All of the required records and documentation are in place and updated regularly.

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the early years provision

The highly motivated and enthusiastic staff team actively promote an inclusive setting by planning a range of activities and topics, which stimulate children's interest. This gives children a good understanding of the way other people live and an appreciation of each other. The manager and staff work in partnership with parents, other agencies and providers to promote continuity of care and to ensure specific learning programmes are used effectively. Parents and family members provide positive feedback and are complimentary about the care their children receive. The setting evaluates the provision, reflecting on what they are doing well and where there is a need for further improvement. The views of children, parents and other interested parties are considered in shaping the provision. This effective action taken by the team has a direct impact on the sustained improvement of the provision.

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the early years provision

Resources are well deployed and maintained to a high standard, well organised and are easily accessible to children, who freely choose what to play with and understand how to access the materials they need. This fosters their decision making and independence skills. The staff team have a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. A key worker system is in place, which clearly enhances the observation and assessment of the children. Observations are carried out on a regular basis and are very detailed. However, these are not always clearly linked to the individual learning needs of children, their next steps and planning. In addition, whilst the comments of parents are clearly acted upon there is no robust mechanism to ensure that parents can contribute to their children's learning in a more meaningful way. Most of the staff team have gained early years qualifications and all attend regular training including paediatric first aid

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and outcomes for children

Children are very happy and well settled. Their behaviour is good. The experienced and consistent staff team are caring and supportive, which enables children to feel This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safe and secure and develop a good sense of belonging within the setting. Children's understanding of safety is demonstrated through their play as they recognise and confidently talk about dangers and how to keep themselves safe, during planned activities. The interaction between staff and children is good. Staff ensure babies and very young children become secure and confident in the setting, for example, closely holding babies who are being bottle fed. However, the arrangements for young children having lunch in highchairs does not foster social interaction. Emphasis in the nursery is placed on children learning through play, exploration and fun. A good range of stimulating activities and resources are

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and outcomes for children

available for children to choose from. Activities are linked to the areas of learning. Consequently children participate in activities which encourage them to make good progress in their development and they are motivated to learn.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing skills for the future through the range of activities. Babies explore their surroundings with confidence and enjoy access to fresh air and outdoor play in a secure play area. They enjoy musical toys and show pleasure as they press buttons to create a sound and discover their reflection in the mirror. Simple mathematical and scientific concepts are introduced during the block building, construction or understanding of shapes in puzzles. During water play, older children compare the quantity, size and shape of containers, and observe the water as it falls into and out of various holders. Children develop hand-control needed for later writing as they use a range of tools in art and craft activities. They cut shape and mould dough. Their language skills are developing as staff engage in rhyme and story time, as they play with the children and take time to listen to them. They are confident in standing on their own to tell a fairy tale story to their

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and outcomes for children

peers, who listen attentively and become part of the stories by using puppets to join in. Younger babies babble in response to staff communications as they begin to acquire the first sounds of early language skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a range of physical skills and benefit from fresh air and exercise through energetic play outdoors as they clash cymbals, play pirates in a ship, or vigorously enjoy running about in the larger outdoor area. When they play out in the rain they dance and invent a song to sing about it. They develop knowledge and understanding of the world as they visit places of local interest such as the woods or celebrate different festivals. However, children who speak English as an additional language, do not have their first language valued sufficiently.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their imagination and language skills as they actively participate in a story, or dress up in various role play costumes. They regularly develop hand- eye coordination as they use paint brushes and various drawing and writing implements. All children show a good understanding of following good personal hygiene routines as they talk about why it is important to wash hands and brush their teeth after eating. They show a good understanding of being healthy as they dance energetically to raise their heart beats or eating healthy meals and snacks. They are provided with healthy and nutritious home cooked meals, prepared on- site, and a weekly menu is shared with parents and displayed within the setting. Children have access to drinking water at all times to enable them to satisfy their thirst when needed. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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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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