Ladybird Montessori School

Ladybird Montessori School 224 The Scout Hall, Sheldon Avenue, LONDON, N6 4ND

p.1

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 February 2016 19 May 2010

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 The atmosphere in the school is calm. All children engage well in meaningful and challenging activities. Children's independence is well promoted. They freely explore their surroundings and learn through fun and exciting experiences.  Children form very positive relationships with all staff. Staff know children very well and know when and when not to intervene to avoid interrupting children's play and learning.  Children are motivated, active learners who are eager to participate in activities. Staff use a variety of effective methods to support all children's communication and language skills.  Children behave well. Managers and staff have consistent expectations and give children clear praise for positive behaviour. Children respect each other, play harmoniously together, take turns and share.  Management uses robust recruitment procedures to employ staff. They strive to ensure the continued suitability of all staff through regular meetings and appraisals.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not use robust monitoring systems to precisely track children's progress.  Although staff regularly engage and share information with parents, they do not always use their views, or those of the children when evaluating the provision.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 track children's progress more effectively to help close any gaps in their learning more quickly  seek and include the views of parents and children so they consistently contribute to the self-evaluation process.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke to staff about how they plan, monitor and support children's learning and how they assess the effectiveness of these plans.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector talked with a number of parents and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke directly with children and asked them what they enjoyed doing at their school.  The inspector reviewed a range of documentation, including children's progress records and staff's files, including their suitability checks.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. All staff are trained in safeguarding. This helps to ensure that staff have the knowledge they need to keep children safe from harm. The staff team displays a wide range of complementary skills. The manager uses this information to assign them to specific areas and activities within the school. As a result, children benefit from skilled staff who plan exciting and challenging learning experiences. Staff value a meaningful two-way flow of communication with parents. They take into account their ideas and suggestions, and act on them to bring about improvements. The parents are happy and children benefit from the quality provision. The manager and staff meet regularly to share ideas to improve practice across all areas.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff support children's learning well. They have an accurate understanding of when to intervene to promote learning and when to let children explore independently. As a result, children choose to engage in their own activities that promote learning in all areas. Children help themselves to a wide range of accessible resources and activities. They show excellent levels of concentration while completing a puzzle. Small-group time provides opportunities for children to listen, share, wait and take turns. Children actively explore the environment and show a keen interest in construction where they enjoy creating and developing their own ideas. For example, children build high towers with large wooden blocks, finding the correct size and shape to ensure the balance and stability of their construction. Young toddlers show great listening and attention skills as they bring their favourite story to life through physical movement. Staff use every opportunity to promote

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's independence is developing well. Staff are good role models and manage children's behaviour well. The staff raise their hands in the air to show children it is time for listening. They use this technique to get children's attention before changes in planned daily routines, such as when it is time to tidy up. This allows children time to finish their play and then eagerly join in with the tidying up. Children are encouraged to consider the feelings of others. Staff promote healthy lifestyles and children have ample opportunity to engage in exercise. They have regular access to the outdoor play space where they can move around within a larger space. Children enjoy a wide range of healthy snacks. Staff value children's safety and this is consistently promoted throughout the day. As a result, children are confident to take and manage risks appropriate to their age and thoroughly enjoy exploring.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their individual starting points. Children develop a positive attitude towards learning and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning and their eventual move to school.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 140432 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 1024346 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 11 Name of provider Niclar Limited Date of previous inspection 19 May 2010 Telephone number 0207 586 0740

p.4

Setting details

Ladybird Montessori School was registered in 1990. It is situated in a residential area in Highgate, in the London Borough of Haringey. The school is open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm during term time only. The school employs five permanent members of staff working with the children. All of these hold appropriate early years childcare and Montessori qualifications. The school follows the Montessori philosophy of education.

p.4

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.

p.4

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.

p.4

Setting details

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

Setting details

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

Setting details

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5