Dawmouse Montessori

Dawmouse Montessori Nursery School 34 Haldane Road, Fulham, London, SW6 7EU

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 September 2015 27 February 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The manager is committed to the support and development of staff and provides regular supervision and training opportunities. For example, staff attended a course on planning which led to them implementing better ways to meet children's needs.  Staff teach children to behave in safe ways. For example, they show children how to use scissors safely during craft activities and talk to children about why it is important to walk indoors.  Staff plan a wide range of suitably challenging activities based on regular assessments. They track children's progress to ensure that appropriate support is put in place for any children who operate below expected levels. This helps to ensure that each child's needs are met well.  The manager monitors planning and assessment records regularly to identify and correct any inconsistencies. This helps to support children's learning needs effectively.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not always provide enough opportunities for children to learn about and use technology as they play.  Although staff provide some resources for children to practise their early writing skills, staff do not always make the most of opportunities for children to write in play situations.

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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

 develop more ways for children to learn about and use technology as they extend their understanding of the world  provide further opportunities for children to practise their early writing skills in play situations.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation of a group activity with the manager.  The inspector observed interaction between staff and children indoors and outdoors.  The inspector tracked the progress of several children.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation and held a discussion with the manager.  The inspector spoke to staff, parents and children and considered their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The manager has secure understanding of the requirements of her role in relation to regulatory requirements. She evaluates all aspects of the nursery to form clear goals for improvement. For instance, she plans to continue to develop the outdoor area to promote best learning for children. Safeguarding is effective. All staff have clear understanding of procedures to follow in relation to any concern over a child's welfare. This helps to protect children from harm effectively. The manager carries out thorough background checks on staff to assess their suitability. This helps to keep children safe. Staff work well with others to support children's learning. They have effective partnerships with parents and keep them informed of children's development. Staff also work well with local schools to provide effective support for children as they move on in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The quality of teaching is good. Children learn mathematical vocabulary. For example, when comparing lengths of towers children make, staff use words such as 'shorter' and 'longer'. Staff teach children about the world as they help them complete date and weather charts. Children practise their small muscle skills as they cut, knead and roll dough. Staff encourage children to practise throwing and catching, balancing on stilts and to move confidently in different ways in the spacious outdoor area. All these activities support children's physical development well. Staff support children's early literacy skills as they encourage children to recognise their names and read to them in lively tones. Children learn to take turns, such as by speaking and listening during group discussions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle well in this warm, nurturing nursery. Staff promote children's confidence, getting to know and value each child individually. Staff encourage children to behave in positive ways, praising children for their efforts. Children are motivated to learn as staff use their interests to engage them well in tasks. Children learn to value and respect others. For example, staff discuss and celebrate special cultural events with children which supports their personal development. Children are independent and develop good personal care skills. For instance, they help set up lunch tables and wash their hands before eating.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress. Their understanding of mathematical concepts is developing well, alongside their growing understanding of sounds and letters. As a result, children are learning important skills in readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 143750 Local authority Hammersmith & Fulham Inspection number 846609 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 54 Number of children on roll 32 Name of provider Dawmouse Montessori Nursery School Limited Date of previous inspection 27 February 2012 Telephone number 020 7381 9385

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Setting details

Dawmouse Montessori Nursery School opened in 1985 and is located in Fulham, in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. It is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm for variable sessions, during term time only. The nursery receives funding for free early education for children aged three and four years. There are eight staff, seven of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The nursery combines the Montessori educational approach with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

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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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