1st Dibbs Ltd

1st Dibbs Ltd The Cornerstone, 27 Gloucester Road, Stonehouse, GL10 2NZ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 January 2017 21 July 2016

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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 setting has significantly improved since the previous inspection. The manager has taken swift action to ensure that the premises are safe and staff have the skills and expertise to meet the individual needs of children.  Children form strong attachments to staff and receive comfort and reassurance, which helps children separate easily from their parents.  Staff are positive role models displaying kind and calm interactions with children. As a result, children develop good social skills as they listen attentively and speak with confidence.  Parents are extremely complimentary about the care and attention their children receive. They report that staff take a genuine interest in their children and share relevant information with them.  Children make good progress in their learning and development. Staff plan activities that are tailored to children’s individual needs and interests which results in children

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Although children benefit from physical activities, they are not always supported in understanding the importance of healthy eating.  The outside area is not as inviting and exciting for the youngest children to explore.

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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

 help children learn more about the importance of a healthy and balanced diet, for example, by working in partnership with parents about the content of packed lunches  continue to develop the outside area, particularly for the younger children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the range of activities provided for children in the nursery.  The inspector spoke with children, staff and the manager at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the manager.  The inspector reviewed a range of documentation including policies and procedures, evidence of staff suitability, safeguarding information and children's assessment records.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.  The inspector observed interactions between staff and children throughout the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Robust risk assessments are now in place and staff identify and remove hazards to children. Staff are supported well through regular supervision meetings with the manager and any training needs are identified and acted upon. Observations of staff practice by the manager and helpful feedback has resulted in significant improvements in their teaching. The manager has effectively introduced new systems to assess and monitor children's learning and all staff have an accurate overview of children’s progress. The manager has a clear view of what works well and what areas still need improving. For example, a key priority is to further improve the outside area, especially for the very young children. Safeguarding is effective. Staff have attended recent relevant training and have a good understanding of the action to take if they have concerns about a child.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Accurate assessment of children's progress ensures that teaching is tailored to each child’s stage of development. Staff gather detailed information from parents about children's routines, interests and achievements. They use this information effectively to plan exciting and challenging activities that children enjoy. The learning environment is well organised and resources are attractive and easily accessible. Staff encourage children to think and work things out for themselves. They also know when it is appropriate to leave children to their own explorations. All children have ample opportunity to be physically active throughout the day. For example, children balance on beams, climb on apparatus and make dens. Skilled staff in the baby room provide a child-centred, warm and nurturing environment where babies are happy and confident to explore.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is good. They share and take turns and the older children show their kindness to the younger ones and are mindful of their needs. Children of different ages play together happily. Babies flourish as staff are intuitive to their individual needs. For example, staff swiftly identify when a child is tired or hungry and adapt their routines to reflect this. Children are familiar and comfortable in the nursery and have positive relationships with their key person. Children enjoy meals in a relaxed and social environment. Staff and children sit together and talk about shared interests, which helps children feel valued and gives them a good sense of belonging.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children achieve well because staff have high expectations of what they can do. Children are confident at using a wide variety of high quality resources. Children learn about technology as they competently use a computer with minimal support. Children concentrate for extended periods and persevere with problem solving activities. Children wait their turn, follow routines and willingly help tidy up. Children are cared for in an environment where language and communication are promoted well. Staff widen children’s vocabulary by introducing new words and babies communicate happily using sign language. Children gain the confidence and skills needed for the next stage in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY484385 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1067782 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 49 Number of children on roll 22 Name of registered person 1st Dibbs Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 21 July 2016 Telephone number 01453821241

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1st Dibbs registered in 2014 and is located in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire. The setting employs four members of childcare staff. Three staff hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The setting opens from Monday to Friday 8am to 5.45pm, all year round. The setting provides funded early education for children aged three and four years.

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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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