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Abbs Cross Day Nursery Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY359521 Inspection date 22/09/2011 Inspector Alexandra Morgan

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Setting address 156 Suttons Avenue, Hornchurch, Essex, RM12 4LY

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Telephone number 01708 458022 Email abbscrossdaynursery@yahoo.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

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

Abbs Cross Nursery was registered in 2007 and is located in Hornchurch in the London borough of Havering. A secure enclosed outdoor play area is available. It is one of four nurseries owned by the provider. The nursery is funded to provide free early years education to children aged three and four years. It is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts if the Childcare Register. The nursery is open each weekday from 7.45am to 6pm throughout the year. A maximum of 32 children, all of whom may be in the early years age range, of whom no more than eight may be under two years, may attend at any one time. There are currently 31 children aged four months to four years on roll. The nursery is currently supporting one child with special educational needs and/or disabilities and several children learning English as an additional language. There are eight staff of whom all hold relevant early years qualifications at a minimum of

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The nursery offers an exceptionally welcoming and inclusive environment overall for children. Its robust procedures and efficient systems are extremely effective in promoting children's welfare, learning and development. Children delight in a wide range and variety of play experiences in both the indoor and outdoor environments. The partnerships with parents and external agencies are a key strength to support meeting needs for all children, together with any other additional identified needs. The management team is extremely proactive in driving improvement. Staff continually evaluate their practice and maximise opportunities to further improve the outcomes for all children.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 developing further opportunity to enable the children to move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and well protected in the nursery as staff are extremely vigilant and have an excellent understanding of local safeguarding procedures. Children in the nursery are cared for by suitable adults through the robust staff recruitment and vetting procedures in place. Staff make very effective use of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 detailed and thorough risk assessments to support them in checking that the areas used by the children are safe. This means that children are able to move safely and freely around the building both indoors and outdoors. The environment is well organised and accessible with a plentiful range of high quality resources. Overall, it enables children to play in areas of independent choice, although children cannot decide for themselves when to play outside. Supported by the inspiring staff, children thrive and make good progress. Staff are highly knowledgeable of the

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the early years provision

Early Years Foundation Stage and use this extremely well to extend the children's learning. Staff, parents and management contribute to the nursery's highly reflective self-evaluation. This takes account of all aspects of the provision, identifying strengths, together with areas needing further development in order to enhance the environment. Together, they share high expectations and set high standards which are embedded across all areas of practice. All recommendations from the last inspection have been thoroughly and successfully addressed. The nursery actively promotes inclusion by welcoming all families, helping new children to settle quickly and offering additional support where appropriate. Staff are highly effective in enabling all children to be well integrated and the development of all in relation to their starting points is good. Staff are very successful in taking steps to close identified gaps in children's achievements. Consequently, the outcomes for

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the early years provision

children and their experiences are extremely positive. The nursery forms very close working relationships with parents and carers. Parents speak glowingly of the staff and all they do for the children. A free flow of shared information means that parents, carers and staff are all kept extremely well informed about every aspect of children's achievement, well-being and development. This means that parents and carers can become involved in their child's learning and each child is well supported in making excellent progress towards the early learning goals. Relationships with other professionals and external agencies involved with the children are well established and highly effective, contributing strongly to supporting children's welfare and learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children thrive in the homely and dynamic learning environment. The children are extremely well settled and they thoroughly enjoy in taking part in a varied range of worthwhile and stimulating activities both indoor and outdoors. These include, three dimensional model making, cooking and bug hunting. Staff undertake systematic and spontaneous observations that very effectively inform both individual and group planning. This means they are able to successfully meet children's individual needs and interests through a significant range of experiences. Staff have extensive knowledge of their key children and can talk in detail about what they can do and how they plan to move them on to their next identified stage of development. Thorough assessment records are in place within the children's developmental profiles. These records clearly identify children's starting points and future learning, illustrated by a wealth of photographic evidence. The

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and outcomes for children

intuitive ability of staff to positively engage in everything children say and do enables children to feel valued. This further encourages children to become inquisitive and active learners. Children successfully develop their spoken language This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 through interaction, conversation and answering appropriate questions posed by staff. Children develop highly effective understanding of written language through the use of books, labels and signs. They have excellent opportunities to develop their creative skills through a rich range of materials, for example, paints, dough and chalks. Children have good access to information and communication technology to support their learning. This contributes highly effectively in helping children acquire and apply appropriate skills for their future lives. Children develop their numeracy skills through practical activities, for example, when at snack time

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and outcomes for children

they independently count out and distribute the corresponding number of plates required for the children present. Children develop an excellent understanding of healthy lifestyles. They benefit from regular fresh air and exercise during scheduled outdoor play. Healthy and nutritious meals which include fruit, vegetables, pasta and rice are provided. Staff skilfully organise mealtimes to provide an opportunity for children to develop excellent independence skills by helping to prepare their own snack and pour their own drinks. Children have access to fresh drinking water which they can independently help themselves to when they are thirsty. This helps children to develop an awareness of their own bodily needs. Children are developing a highly impressive understanding of the importance of personal hygiene as they are actively encouraged to wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Children's emotional well-being is

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and outcomes for children

exceptionally well nurtured by the warm and purposeful interaction of the staff who are effectively deployed throughout the nursery. They clearly apply consistent boundaries so that children develop excellent knowledge of what is expected and consequently display exemplary behaviour. Children play co-operatively, taking turns, demonstrating respect and concern for each other. Children contribute to the welfare of others; when older they guide the younger children in learning the routines of the nursery. They display a sense of belonging to the nursery as, supported enthusiastically by staff, they help to tidy away at the end of the session. Children are very confident and competent in communicating their thoughts and show a mature response to taking responsibility for their own and others' safety. This is impressively demonstrated during outdoor play when they listen and adhere closely to the instructions of staff. Children learn about safety

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and outcomes for children

through regular fire evacuation practice. In addition, children safely use a range of challenging utensils and resources supported by exceedingly attentive staff. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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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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