Chalkwell Academy

Chalkwell Academy 755 London Road, WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA, Essex, SS0 9SU

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 April 2016 Not applicable

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The provider does not hold a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The provider understands how to support and extend children's learning through their play and activities. She knows how to observe and monitor children's progress to prepare them for the next steps in their learning and for school.  The provider explains how she will identify any gaps in children's learning and seek appropriate intervention from other professionals, in order to help them progress.  The provider demonstrates an understanding of suitable practices to promote children's physical care and emotional well-being.  The provider has a suitable understanding of safeguarding procedures and how to report any concerns. She has undertaken safeguarding training to ensure that children are protected in her care.  The provider recognises the importance of partnership working with parents and other providers. She describes how she intends to use self-evaluation to reflect on her

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The provision does not meet requirements

practice and develop her skills and knowledge further to raise outcomes for children.

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The provision does not meet requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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Due Date

 obtain a current paediatric first-aid certificate. 13/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at the areas of the premises which are available for children's use, indoors and outdoors.  The inspector checked documentation, such as, suitability of staff, insurance and policies and procedures.  The inspector discussed with the provider her knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, and what she would do in the event of a concern.  The inspector discussed with the provider her understanding of the early years foundation stage and how she will promote children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY463802 Local authority Southend on Sea Inspection number 953670 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 4 Total number of places 10 Number of children on roll 0 Name of provider Kamkaj Ltd Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07967 650889

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Setting details

Chalkwell Academy was registered in 2013 and is privately owned and managed. The nursery opening times are Monday to Friday, from 8.30am until 3.30pm, for 49 weeks of the year. There are currently no children on roll in the early years age group. The owner, who is also the manager, holds early years teacher status.

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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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