Happy Corner Childcare

Happy Corner Childcare Quinborne Community Association, Ridgacre Road, Quinton, BIRMINGHAM, B32 2TW

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 20 September 2016 8 January 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Requires Improvement

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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

 Since the last inspection, the management team has worked really hard to improve the quality of the nursery. The team has worked closely with the local authority to implement effective changes and raise standards.  Children make good progress in their learning. Those requiring additional help are appropriately supported. All children acquire the basic skills they need for the next stage of their learning.  The quality of teaching is good. Staff make effective use of what they know about children to promote the next steps in their learning and support their good progress.  Partnerships with parents are good. A two-way flow of information about children's care and learning is established. Children benefit from good continuity between the setting and home.  Staff are kind, caring and friendly. The nursery's thorough settling-in process allows them to get to know children and their families well from the outset. Children quickly

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This provision is good

form positive relationships with staff, and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure in their care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not always organise group teaching sessions well enough to make sure that the oldest and most able children taking part are challenged in their learning.  Although children who speak English as an additional language progress well from where they started, staff do not consistently support them well enough to secure rapid progress in developing their English speaking skills as far as possible.

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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

 plan and organise group sessions more effectively so that all those taking part benefit from teaching that challenges them in their learning and supports their ongoing progress  provide more consistent opportunities for children who speak English as an additional language to build further on their developing English speaking skills.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outside. The inspector assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint observation with one of the managers of the nursery.  The inspector held a meeting with the nursery management team. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the nursery's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.  The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Managers fully understand their roles and responsibilities. They have addressed all actions previously raised and use their partnerships with other professionals to help them continually improve. Managers accurately evaluate the quality of the provision and are ambitious. They set clear targets for future development. The majority of staff are well qualified. Managers observe staff's practice and ensure they benefit from opportunities to increase their knowledge and skills. This has a positive impact on the outcomes for all children. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. A range of policies, procedures and documents helps to promote children's safety and welfare. Managers and staff understand their responsibility to act swiftly and appropriately to report any concerns about a child's welfare. They are knowledgeable about protecting children from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff understand how young children learn. The learning environment is stimulating indoors and outdoors. The curriculum is broad and children have opportunities to practise their skills in all aspects of their learning. For example, children delight in opportunities to be creative and use their imaginations. Children use building blocks to build towers and make obstacles courses. They use play dough to pretend they are baking cakes. They also use paint to complete self-portraits. Staff support children by modelling how to use the materials, adapting activities to meet their needs and adding explanations to their play. Managers have a good overview of the progress children make. This helps them to ensure all children benefit from the support they need so that they continually develop well.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's physical well-being is promoted. The nursery take part in a healthy eating initiative to help promote children's understanding. Staff ensure children benefit from fresh air and they actively encourage exercise. Children have opportunities to move in different ways. They particularly enjoy running, hopping and jumping outside. Staff ensure children adopt good hygiene practices. They also provide children with nutritious snacks and meals. Children's social and emotional well-being is promoted. Children behave very well. They follow instructions and listen to staff. Children quickly learn to care for one another and respect the environment. Children have opportunities to learn about the wider world. Staff find out about their cultures, languages and religions. These are explored, celebrated and valued within the setting. Children display high levels of self-esteem.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well and are gaining all the skills required for the eventual move on to school. Children are confident to play and explore. They are inquisitive and motivated to learn. Children learn to share, take turns and play well together. Children are independent. They manage their care needs when they are ready. They make choices about what they want to do and communicate their needs. Children are developing good mathematical and literacy skills. They can count up to 10 and identify simple shapes. They enjoy making marks using a range of materials, including water, pens and chalks. They also enjoy singing songs and sharing stories with their teachers.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY448276 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1036228 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 36 Number of children on roll 47 Name of registered person Happy Corner Playgroup Committee

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Date of previous inspection 8 January 2016 Telephone number 01214277696

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Happy Corner Childcare was registered in 2012. The nursery employs 10 members of childcare staff. Of these, nine hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including the manager who has early years teacher status. The nursery operates during term time only. Sessions are available Monday to Friday from 9.15pm until 2.15pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The nursery supports children who have special educational needs or disability and children who speak English as an additional language.

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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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