The Gingerbread House Day Nursery

The Gingerbread House Day Nursery 81 Purley Downs Road, South Croydon, CR2 0RJ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 May 2016 Not applicable

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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 are confident learners. Staff know their key children well and place emphasis on nurturing their emotional well-being.  Partnerships with parents are good. Staff ensure parents are able to contribute fully to their children's learning and celebrate achievements. Children's continued learning at home is fostered through a range of activities and effective systems for communication.  Leaders promote the professional development of staff effectively to support consistent teaching. For example they ensure that the staff share good practice for the benefit of all children.  Children are confident communicators. For example, staff use a wide range of effective teaching strategies to develop children's speaking, listening and vocabulary skills.  The management team demonstrates a vision, determination and passion for continual improvements. It constantly reflects on what is working well and what is not, to help

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not always encourage younger children's independence as effectively as possible, particularly at mealtimes.  Children do not have extensive opportunities to use technology in their play.

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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

 encourage younger children's independence as effectively as possible in making choices and undertaking suitable responsibilities, particularly at mealtimes  increase opportunities for children to use technology resources.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this had on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the manager and the area manager.  The inspector held meetings with the management team, and looked through sample documentation, such as policies and staff suitability forms.  The inspector sampled parents' questionnaires and took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector looked at a sample of children's learning and development records.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff implement robust policies and procedures to safeguard children's welfare. Staff have a good understanding of the procedures to follow should any concerns arise. Good risk assessments are completed regularly to identify and minimise possible hazards. Qualified first aiders are deployed effectively to deal with accidents promptly. Self-evaluation is accurate. The views of parents and children are continuously sought, particularly when evaluating activities. The management team monitors staff practices well. For example, it provides regular training, support and coaching to help improve outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff are knowledgeable about their roles and have high expectations for all children. They provide a good range of learning experiences that capture children's interests and curiosity, motivating them to learn. For example, toddlers sustain a high level of engagement as they make sensory bags. Staff skilfully question children to extend their thinking. For instance, staff challenge older children to think about what makes plants grow, and babies enjoy looking at their reflections in the mirror. Staff effectively monitor children's level of achievement. They assess how children progress and quickly address any gaps in learning to help all children make good progress.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children thrive well in this warm and welcoming learning environment. A carefully tailored approach enables children to settle quickly when coming into the nursery or moving to other rooms. For example, children see photos of their families, which help them to be secure. Children learn to respect and value one another. For example, staff listen attentively to children and value their unique ideas. Staff provide stimulating resources and activities that reflect the cultures and backgrounds of children. Staff promote children's physical well-being effectively. For example, children eat freshly prepared nutritious meals and enjoy robust physical activity outside.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for the next stage of their learning, including school. Children develop good manipulative skills. For example, toddlers show a high level of competence when they make marks on leaves making sure they are covered, babies delight in stacking cups and older children enjoy using constructing models. Children are inquisitive and are becoming critical thinkers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY477736 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 979424 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 0 - 5 Total number of places 56 Number of children on roll 95 Name of provider The Ginger Bread House Day Nursery Ltd Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 02086549879

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Setting details

The Gingerbread House Day Nursery registered in 2014. It is situated in South Croydon in the London Borough of Croydon. It operates all year round, except on bank holidays, between the hours of 7.30am and 6pm, from Monday to Friday. There are 18 staff employed and, of these, 15 hold appropriate childcare qualifications at level 2 and above. This includes one staff member who holds early years professional status.

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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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