Woodbank Preschool

Woodbank Playgroup Woodbank Youth Centre, Turncroft Lane,Offerton, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 4BN

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 February 2015 1 December 2010

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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

 The very well-established, consistent staff team provide a key-person system which supports children's learning and development. This ensures the flow of communication about children's development and learning is ongoing.  Children feel safe at the setting and are effectively protected from harm. Staff show a clear understanding of their responsibilities about protecting and safeguarding children. This means that children's welfare is consistent throughout the setting.  Children are encouraged to be creative. Their creative work is inspired by famous artists.  Teaching is effective as staff have a secure understanding of the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and plan effectively for children's individual interests.  Children are happy, safe and enjoy learning in this well-planned and welcoming environment.  There is a strong commitment to training and development to enhance the setting

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This provision is good

further and to ensure the best possible standards for children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff have not yet fully explored the potential for developing the outdoor play space so that children extend their learning still further in the outdoor environment.

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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 opportunities for children to explore the outside world, for example, by providing areas to explore the natural environment, so they can dig, grow and investigate.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector checked evidence of the staff's suitability and qualifications.  The inspector observed activities taking place in the playroom and in the outside area.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day.  The inspector held meetings with the setting provider and the deputy, and viewed a range of documentation.

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who attend. This is good

Children make good progress and are achieving the expected milestones for their stage of development. Their progress is monitored and tracked. As a result, staff support children's learning well and plan effectively for their next steps in development across all areas. Children develop a good understanding of healthy lifestyles and have great fun as they exercise to music before they engage in play activities. This energises them so that they are ready to learn. The good range of resources indoors are well organised and easy for children to reach, to enhance their independence and learning. This supports children in developing their readiness for school. Children enjoy the outdoor space and the range of equipment provided. However, staff have not yet fully explored the potential for developing the outdoor play space, so that children extend their learning outdoors.

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good

Staff are good role models and provide effective boundaries for children. The 'ground rules' encourage children's positive behaviour. Children also learn about good manners as they sing a 'thank you song' at snack time. As a result, they behave well and are kind to others. Home visits are carried out before children attend the setting in order to build relationships from the start. This means staff know children well, which helps children to develop self-confidence, and they are emotionally prepared for learning at school. Children follow good hygiene routines and they enjoy healthy snacks, which promotes their good health. Staff consistently give priority to the safety of children. For example, daily risk assessments are carried out to ensure that the areas used for children are free from hazards.

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provision is good

The self-evaluation process is well established. The manager has a clear vision for the setting, with a sense of purpose and direction. This has helped the setting to make good progress since the last inspection. The performance management of staff includes regular supervision and appraisal sessions to monitor practice. Once appointed, staff are subject to an induction period and probationary period to ensure that all staff are able to work at the highest standard. Effective partnerships with parents are well established and detailed summaries about children's learning and development are discussed with parents regularly. Partnerships with other professionals are effective in supporting children's learning experiences. For example, staff attend meetings with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage to improve practices, so that children's learning experiences are developed.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 307205 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 871819

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Type of provision

Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 37 Number of children on roll 22 Name of provider Deborah Hill Date of previous inspection 1 December 2010 Telephone number 0161 477 0964 or 0161 292 7940

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Type of provision

Woodbank Playgroup was registered in 1992. The setting employs seven members of childcare staff. Of these, six hold appropriate early years qualifications, which vary from level 2 to level 6. The setting opens from Monday to Friday term time only. Sessions are from 9am until 3pm. The setting provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. It supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Type of provision

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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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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