Little Angels Nursery School

Little Angels Nursery School 416 Clock Face Road,, Clock Face, ST. HELENS, Merseyside, WA9 4QS

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 23 January 2017 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

 Leaders are passionate and have a clear vision for the future of the nursery. They actively consult with parents, children and staff to form demanding targets and action plans and drive improvement.  Partnership working with parents and other professionals is well embedded in practice. Staff proactively liaise with others and make very good use of the information and strategies provided to support the development of all children.  Staff interact very well with children. They regularly observe and accurately assess the development of each child. Staff make very good use of information gathered from parents and their own observations of children to provide interesting and stimulating learning experiences.  Staff build strong relationships with children and their families during the settling-in process. They maintain good relationships as children move through the nursery and prepare for the eventual move to school.

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This provision is good

 All children are making good progress in their learning, from their individual starting points. They are developing the skills and attitudes which prepare them well for their future learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Sometimes, staff do not make the most of opportunities to support children's developing communication skills during focused activities and routines.  Staff working with younger children do not make the most of opportunities to help children understand why following hygiene routines is important.

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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

 focus more sharply on how planned activities and routines are used to support children's developing communication skills  make the most of opportunities to help younger children understand why following hygiene routines is important.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to parents and reviewed written feedback provided during the inspection to take account of their views.  The inspector held a meeting with the nursery manager and provider. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability and qualifications of staff working in the nursery.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the nursery manager.  The inspector spoke with staff and children during the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector had a tour of the nursery.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff have a good knowledge and understanding of how to identify and report concerns regarding children's welfare or the conduct of an adult. Leaders have implemented robust recruitment and vetting procedures to verify the suitability of staff working at the nursery. Staff are alert to potential hazards within the environment and take appropriate action to minimise these. Parents provide extremely positive feedback about the care and learning experiences that children are provided with. Children feel safe, happy and listened to. They are eager to explain their favourite things about the nursery to visitors. Staff are very well supported through training and mentoring processes that enhance their existing skills. Leaders monitor the quality of practice well and the staff team holds a good range of qualifications.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy imaginative play. They seek staff out as they prepare role play meals and staff join in, pretending to eat. Babies enjoy sensitive interactions with staff as they explore different materials, such as paint and sand. Toddlers develop their large-muscle skills in the well-resourced outdoor play area. Staff encourage children to follow their own interests and develop their own ideas. They promote children's thinking skills well and make good use of opportunities to support children's mathematical development. Children consider how best to make their tower of blocks balance, or what will happen when they add sand to the water tray. Staff enthusiastically join in with children's self-chosen play. This enhances children's motivation and enjoyment.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children benefit from well organised settling-in processes which help them form strong bonds with their key person. They show a clear understanding of the rules and routines of the nursery. Staff ensure routines are adapted based on the needs of individual and groups of children. Children are provided with healthy and freshly prepared meals which adhere to their individual dietary requirements. They enjoy regular exercise in the outdoor area. Children show a very good understanding of how to keep themselves safe. Older children know why they should not go into the nursery kitchen, for example. Staff provide a warm, welcoming and well-resourced learning environment. Children can access a wide variety of good quality resources independently. Children are encouraged to take turns and be patient. Staff make their expectations clear and children benefit from staff's effective use of praise.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They are developing self- confidence and a sense of belonging. Many confidently approach visitors to play or talk. Older children are competent in managing their own intimate care routines and putting on their coats for outdoor play. Children happily make choices in their play and demonstrate good levels of engagement and concentration. They have good relationships with their peers and begin to show an understanding of how to manage their own feelings and behaviour. These skills prepare them well for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY493829 Local authority St. Helens Inspection number 1030872 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 65 Number of children on roll 104 Name of registered person Little Angels (St Helens) Limited

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reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 01744819551

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Little Angels Nursery School was registered in 2015. The nursery employs 17 members of childcare staff. Of these, nine hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2, 3 or 6. The nursery opens from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round except for a week at Christmas. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four- year-old children.

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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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