The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery (Burton Joyce) Ltd

The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery (Burton Joyce) Ltd 2 Nottingham Road, Burton Joyce, NOTTINGHAM, NG14 5AE

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 April 2017 12 March 2015

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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

 This family owned and run nursery is at the heart of the community. Children have ample opportunities to learn about the world in which they live, including families beyond their own.  Older children demonstrate very good skills in readiness for starting school. Some of them are able to write their name clearly, forming recognisable letters. In addition, they know the sounds that letters make and are beginning to read words and simple books.  Children develop secure emotional attachments to the staff. Staff use lovely terms of endearment when talking to the children and they show that they have a genuine love for the work that they do.  The joint managers are enthusiastic and motivated. They have a clear drive for continuous improvement. The views of parents and children are used effectively when identifying strengths and priorities for further improvement.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The quickly developing physical skills of babies are not always fully supported.  Staff are not highly responsive in using the observations they make of children as they play and during adult-led activities, to quickly support and promote children's emerging learning needs.

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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

 provide more effective learning opportunities for babies to develop their physical capabilities  make better use of the observations made of children as they play to provide immediate challenge to enhance their learning.

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Inspection activities

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

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Managers use supervision effectively to identify strengths and weaknesses in staff practice and set targets for professional development. Staff are well qualified and use training opportunities to enhance their knowledge and teaching skills Children's learning continues to improve. Managers monitor the provision and children's progress effectively. Action plans for further improvement identify aspects to be developed further. Gaps in children's learning are identified and action is taken to close gaps quickly. Safeguarding is effective. Staff have a good knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a concern about a child's welfare. They fully understand their role and responsibility to protect children in their care. All staff hold paediatric first-aid certificates and know what to do in the event of an accident. Children's safety is well assured.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff provide a range of activities that generally motivate children to learn. For example, they encourage children's learning as they provide materials such as sand, water and dough to explore. Staff support children to expand their interest in writing for a purpose. For example, children write messages in their Easter cards. Children engage well in stories and use the language of books to share their ideas and findings. Children learn to solve problems. For example, they are encouraged to water the garden plants and find ways to transport water from the tap to the pots without spilling it. Older children grow and harvest herbs and vegetables, developing an understanding of change over time.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are relaxed and happy at this welcoming nursery. Staff support them to settle well when they start and as they move to the next age group. Staff meet children's care needs very well. For example, they gather information from parents and carers to help them follow babies' routines from home. Children behave well, and staff are positive role models They give consistent messages and regular praise. Children learn how to keep themselves safe during everyday activities. For example, they remind each other to hold the banister as they walk down the stairs. Staff provide children with opportunities to develop physical skills outdoors. Children thoroughly enjoy running around or using the mud kitchen. Exercise is encouraged and children benefit from plenty of fresh air. They confidently climb apparatus and manoeuvre bikes and scooters safely.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children achieve well and make good progress in their learning from their starting points. They meet expected levels of development typical for their age. Older children have good opportunities to practise the skills that support their readiness for school. For example, children sit and listen well during group discussions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY408810 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1094288 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 31 Number of children on roll 59 Name of registered person The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery (Burton Joyce) Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 12 March 2015 Telephone number 0115 931 4411

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The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery (Burton Joyce) Ltd registered in 2010. The nursery employs 11 members of childcare staff, including the joint owners. There are 10 staff with appropriate early years qualifications; one at level 6, one at level 4, and seven at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, for 51 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education children aged two, 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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