New Street Playgroup

New Street Playgroup Sutton Cricket and Tennis Club, New Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3UU

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 March 2016 4 December 2015

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Inadequate 4

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This inspection: Inadequate 4

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Inadequate 4

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This provision is inadequate

 Actions taken to improve the quality of teaching and learning have not yet had a significant impact on improving the provision for all children. Too little is done to identify gaps in children's learning, especially for children accessing funding for two- year-olds, those who qualify for the Early Years Pupil Premium and those who have special educational needs.  Staff do not make observations of children's learning and assess children's progress accurately.  The provider does not ensure that a capable and knowledgeable deputy is in place to take charge of the provision in the absence of the manager.  Staff do not always ensure that children are appropriately supported when they become distracted or upset.  Staff are not effectively supported and coached to improve the quality of their teaching so that they can challenge and support children to become involved and fully engaged in activities.

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It has the following strengths

 The manager has established links with other professionals and she knows how to access external support for children.  Staff encourage children to be independent in their play and in routine tasks.  The settling-in procedures for new children are flexible according to their individual needs.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

The provision is inadequate and Ofsted intends to take enforcement action We will issue a Welfare Requirements Notice requiring the provider to:

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Due Date

 ensure that an appropriately trained and capable deputy is in place to take charge in the absence of the manager 29/04/2016

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Due Date

 take action to meet the emotional needs of all children 29/04/2016  ensure that supervision sessions provide staff with effective support and coaching to improve their skills and knowledge so that they provide activities and play experiences for children that promote their learning and development. 31/05/2016

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Due Date

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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Due Date

 improve the quality of staff's teaching in order to identify any emerging gaps in children's learning especially for children accessing funding for two-year-olds, those who qualify for the Early Years Pupil Premium and those who have special educational needs 31/05/2016

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Due Date

 ensure that staff use the information gained from observations to make precise assessments of children's learning and to track their progress more accurately. 31/05/2016

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Inspection activities

 We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about this provider.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the manager. She looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of staff working in the playgroup.  The inspector discussed the self-evaluation of the playgroup with the manager.  The inspector spoke to a number of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

Self-evaluation of the playgroup is not effective. Insufficient progress has been made since the last inspection and a number of actions have not been adequately addressed. Arrangements for safeguarding are not effective. In the absence of the manager, there is not a deputy who is capable and qualified to take charge of the playgroup. However, all staff have attended training in child protection and they understand their responsibilities to help to keep children safe. The manager and staff act promptly regarding any concerns about children. The manager has implemented new monitoring procedures and a new system of staff supervision is in place. However, support to develop the quality of staff practice is not yet effective and the quality of teaching is not improving quickly enough. The quality of staff practice across the playgroup remains inconsistent. A paediatric first aider is able to respond to emergencies quickly and appropriate first-aid equipment is now

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is inadequate

available. Suitable recruitment and checking processes are in place and induction procedures have been strengthened. The newly appointed manager recognises that further major improvements are required and she has begun to take positive steps to address the weaknesses, although the pace of change is not fast enough.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is inadequate

The quality of teaching is inconsistent and children are not always purposefully engaged in activities. Some children are easily distracted and wander around towards the end of a session, with little interaction from staff. Although staff attempt to identify children's next steps, assessments of children's achievements are not accurate. Therefore, children are not appropriately challenged or supported in their learning and they make poor progress. Furthermore, staff are not able to promptly identify any gaps in children's learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are inadequate

Staff do not always make adjustments to routines or act promptly to support children who become upset when too much time is spent waiting before parents arrive. As a result, some children do not form strong emotional attachments with staff. Children's physical development is adequately promoted. Children enjoy the responsibility of carrying out tasks, such as laying the table in preparation for lunch. They learn about appropriate hygiene practices through daily routines. Children enjoy the freedom of the outdoors and they show interest in the experiences provided. Children's behaviour is generally good and staff help them to understand the difference between what is right and wrong. Parents value the changes made by the new manager and appreciate the advice given about how to guide children's learning at home. For example, parents comment positively on support given to help develop children's speech, toilet-training issues and eating habits.

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Outcomes for children are inadequate

Children are not well prepared for the next stage in their learning, such as moving on to school. Not enough progress is made by all children. Too little is done to address any gaps in children's learning, particularly for children accessing funding for two-year-olds, those who qualify for the Early Years Pupil Premium and those who have special educational needs. Nevertheless, children are encouraged to become independent. They manage their own health and hygiene needs, in accordance with their stage of development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY275975 Local authority St. Helens Inspection number 1043682 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 39 Number of children on roll 28 Name of provider New Street Playgroup Committee Date of previous inspection 4 December 2015 Telephone number 01744 812854

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Setting details

New Street Playgroup was registered in 2003. The playgroup employs six members of childcare staff. All hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The playgroup opens from Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and two weeks over the Christmas period. Sessions are from 8.30am until 5pm. The playgroup provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children and it also accesses the Early Years Pupil Premium. It supports disabled children and those with special educational needs.

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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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