Glory Nursery

Glory Nursery 132 Lambourne Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 9QA

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 10 June 2016 25 June 2013

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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

 The manager has successfully addressed the recommendations from the last inspection. She has an effective self-evaluation process in place and works with an early years advisor to improve practice.  Staff have a good understanding of how children learn. Children make good progress in their learning and development.  The manager monitors her staff and the children's progress carefully. For example, she regularly reviews children's written assessment and discusses these with staff.  Children benefit from a warm stimulating learning environment. They form close bonds with staff and each other.  Staff have strong partnerships with parents who are fully involved in their children's learning.  Children work comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. Staff support children for their next steps in learning and future move to school.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not always challenged or given enough opportunity to extend their learning and improve their thinking skills.  Children do not always have enough opportunity to strengthen their early writing skills.

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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

 ensure all activities challenge and extend children's learning  improve the opportunities for children to independently engage in activities to further develop their early writing skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed a range of activities in all parts of the setting, including the outdoor provision.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector took account of the views of parents spoken to on the day of the inspection.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's records, policies and procedures, and staff suitability files.  The inspector held discussions with staff at the setting.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are well trained in all aspects of child protection and know the action to take if they have concerns about children's welfare. The manager follows clear procedures for staff recruitment, induction and professional development. Staff are supported to develop their knowledge and maintain their teaching skills. Staff carry out regular risk assessments in all areas to ensure children explore the environment safely. The manager has made a number of changes to improve the quality of the provision. She values the views of parents, children and outside professionals to reflect and structure an action plan for future development. The manager maintains good links with the local community and schools. This helps staff to prepare children well to be ready for the move when the time comes.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff gather information from parents when children first start. They use this and their ongoing observations and assessments to monitor children's progress and plan exciting and challenging activities. For example, children are happy and eager to participate in creative activities. They show good levels of imagination and enjoy making rockets and police cars from a variety of resources. Staff effectively support children's communication skills. For example, staff promote conversations; they use simple words to extend children's vocabulary and repeat sounds. Children enjoy singing familiar songs and doing actions to rhymes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children show a clear sense of belonging and security. They develop secure relationships with staff which help them feel safe. Children behave well, as they learn to share, take turns and be aware of other people's feelings. Staff support children to develop an understanding of different cultures, communities and differences through the many activities and resources provided. Children benefit from nutritious and healthy snacks and meals, and follow strict hygiene routines. They learn the importance of healthy lifestyles and take part in routine exercise daily. Children benefit from constant praise and encouragement.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children enjoy learning and make good progress. Staff promote children's mathematical development well. For example, children successfully recognise and match shapes, they count and problem solve in their play. Children learn to be independent and enjoy doing things for themselves, such as tidying away toys and clearing away their plates after meals. They are confident and choose their own resources. They are well-prepared for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY420394 Local authority Barking & Dagenham Inspection number 1028526 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 0 - 5 Total number of places 28 Number of children on roll 33 Name of registered person Glory Assemblies of God Committee

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Date of previous inspection 25 June 2013 Telephone number 020 3556 6364

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Glory Nursery registered in 2011. It is based in Barking, within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The nursery opens Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, throughout the year and receives funding to provide free early education for children aged two, three and four years. There are seven members of staff, six of whom have early years qualifications.

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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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