Staplehurst Under 5 Playgroup

Staplehurst Under Fives Playgroup The Village Centre, High Street, Staplehurst, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0BJ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 January 2015 8 May 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children enjoy their play in this cosy setting. They show they are very eager to play with the good range of quality toys and activities.  Staff are attentive to children and build good relationships, which help them to settle-in and feel secure.  Staff use good strategies to teach children the rules for good behaviour. They behave well and play cooperatively, which helps them to understand the needs of others.  The staff use good strategies to teach children good communication and language skills, which is particularly evident for children with speech difficulties and those who are learning English as an additional language.  The setting works very well in partnership with others. They have formed a cooperative with other settings, coordinated by the local children's centre, and are able to readily access services to support children's that require additional help.  Parents report that they are very happy with the service provided and the staff

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This provision is good

effectively meet the needs of their children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The provider uses good procedures to evaluate the setting by gaining the views of other professionals, staff and parents. However, they do not always use these suggestions to full effect.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 enhance evaluative practice to include more opportunities to review and act upon suggestions and ideas from parents.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector sampled a variety of paperwork including the nursery's safeguarding policy, the self-evaluation and the action planning.  The inspector talked to the registered person, the manager, staff, parents and children to gain their views.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector observed the interaction between the staff and children during activities indoors and outside.

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who attend. This is good

Staff accurately monitor children's progress in learning journeys and effectively plan an interesting educational programme to cater for children's needs. Children make good progress in their learning and development given their starting points and capabilities. They explore their environment using a good range of technical equipment, such as torches and magnifying glasses. They use their imaginations well to make up games with their friends. The staff use good strategies to ensure children develop the necessary skills and attitudes to help their transition to school. Children learn to dress themselves for the outside, listen when being given instructions and play co-operatively with others. Staff encourage parents to engage in their children's learning. For example, they inform them of their children's chosen activities each day and suggest ways these can be utilised at home.

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good

Staff build children's confidence and self-motivation because they encourage children to think for themselves. For example, when a child wants to post a play letter the staff suggests they think about what they could use as a stamp. Each child's key person effectively supports new starters by being close-by and joining in activities. They encourage children to explore on their own as their confidence grows. During the inspection, the children demonstrated through their demeanours and attitudes that they felt emotionally and physically safe. Staff effectively teach children about living a healthy lifestyle. Children engage in lots of physical play and staff talk to them about the effects different food has on their bodies.

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provision is good

The manager and the experienced staff team demonstrate a good understanding of their roles in protecting children and keeping them safe. The provider makes ongoing evaluations to highlight what needs to improve. They seek the views of staff, other professionals and parents. However they do not always use these suggestions effectively. The committee regularly review all policies and procedures. They keep staff up-to-date with any changes in requirements, such as promoting e-safety and ensure staff implement these. Staff are able to explain the internal reporting procedures if they have concerns for children in their care. All staff are have attended safeguarding training, hold a paediatric first aid certificate and food hygiene training, which help to promote their good practice. Managers support staff in their selection of training to enhance their learning and improve outcomes for children. For example, staff have learnt sign language, which they frequently

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provision is good

use with the children to improve communication.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 127636 Local authority Kent Inspection number 840686 Type of provision Sessional provision Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 28 Name of provider Staplehurst Under Fives Playgroup Committee Date of previous inspection 8 May 2009 Telephone number 07792 938947

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Setting details

Staplehurst Under Fives playgroup registered in 1989 and is managed by a committee of parents. The group is situated in Staplehurst, Kent. The group operates each weekday during term time from 9am to 12noon with a lunch club on Monday and Wednesday until 1pm. The group receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four. The provision employs seven members of staff; of these, six hold recognised childcare qualifications.

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Setting details

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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.

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Setting details

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Setting details

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