Kish Kindergarten

Kish Kindergarten Sea Scout House, Petersham Meadows, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7AA

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 February 2016 26 May 2010

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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

 Children benefit from the very high quality of the outdoor area. This provides a secure and stimulating learning environment, where children develop their imagination and learn about the natural environment.  Staff promote children's communication and language effectively in both English and German. Children are articulate and confident to ask for help when needed.  The manager and staff have a good understanding of the curriculum and how meet the children's learning needs.  Staff promote positive behaviour well. They act as good role models and actively encourage children to play cooperatively together, praising their efforts.  The quality of teaching is good. Children make good progress in relation to their starting points and capabilities. They are prepared well for the next stages in their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 At times, staff do not make the most of opportunities to develop children's independence.  Children's knowledge and understanding of technology is not as well developed as other aspects of their learning.

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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

 extend the opportunities for children to complete small manageable tasks to promote their independence as well as possible  provide more opportunities for children to explore technology.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to the manager and other staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector engaged with the children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed children's indoor and outdoor play, snack and lunch times, and hygiene routines.  The inspector engaged in a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector sampled various documents, including risk assessments, the self- evaluation form, and a range of policies and procedures.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The manager regularly reflects on the service provided. She takes into account the views of staff, children and parents. Self-evaluation accurately identifies areas for improvement and helps target teaching and care. Safeguarding is effective. All staff have a clear understanding of the importance of keeping children safe. They know the procedure to follow should they have any concerns about a child's well-being. Staff are well supported through mentoring and regular meetings. The manager and staff effectively monitor children's development, working in close partnerships with parents and other professionals to ensure continuity of learning and care. Parents speak highly of the staff, the activities on offer and how well their children are settled.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

There is a wide variety of activities and resources to promote children's learning. Children actively explore the environment, make their own play choices and happily engage in all activities. In the outdoor area, staff follow the children's lead and expertly question and support them to extend their learning and development. For example, during imaginative play, staff encourage children to solve problems and work together to overcome a challenge. Staff plan effectively for children's individual needs and abilities. They make accurate assessments using high-quality observations. Staff actively engage parents in this process, for example, through sharing development reports and parent meetings. Parents are well informed about their children's progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children share a close relationship with the staff. They are all happy, settled and enjoy their time at the kindergarten. Children follow good hygiene routines and manage their personal needs effectively. For example, they put on their own waterproof clothing and boots to go outside. Staff regularly risk assess all areas of the premises to promote children's safety. Children learn how to keep themselves safe and are confident to take risks relevant to their age and ability. Children are very kind, good mannered and well behaved. They share and take turns with others and offer help to their friends when they need support. Children learn about healthy lifestyles and engage in regular outdoor play.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress and gain the skills needed for their next steps in learning. They are happy and enjoy the close bonds they form with staff. Children are creative learners and develop critical-thinking skills. For example, they find new ways to solve problems using everyday objects available to them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY403278 Local authority Richmond upon Thames Inspection number 838489 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 8 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 29 Name of provider Kish Kindergarten Ltd Date of previous inspection 26 May 2010 Telephone number 07887990903

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Setting details

Kish Kindergarten registered in 2010 and is based in Petersham Meadows, Richmond. The kindergarten is open during school term time on Monday and Tuesday from 8.30am to 6pm and on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8.30am to 5pm. The group employs eight members of staff, seven of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications from level 2 to level 6.

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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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