Thurton & Ashby St. Mary Pre-School

Thurton & Ashby St. Mary Pre-School Thurton VIllage Hall, Ashby Road, Thurton, NORWICH, NR14 6AX

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 April 2017 23 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

 The manager is committed to the ongoing development of the pre-school. She seeks the views of others to help her to reflect on the quality of provision. She implements a robust and successful plan for improvement to enhance children's experiences.  Children are inquisitive and enjoy exploring the natural environment. They imaginatively use a wide range of resources to embed learning and develop new skills.  Staff accurately monitor children's progress and quickly act on any concerns they have about children's ongoing development. Partnership working with other professionals is effective and provides consistency and additional support for children where needed.  The outdoor environment is exciting, stimulating and interesting for children. They show high levels of involvement and sustained learning in a wide range of activities.  Children are independent in their self-care and competently get themselves prepared to

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This provision is good

go outside. They listen and respond well to staff's instructions. Children develop an understanding of risk and how to keep themselves and others safe.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Less confident children are not always challenged to develop their use of language in group play.  Staff do not always make the most of opportunities to enhance children's knowledge and understanding of number and quantity.

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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

 extend opportunities for those children who are less confident, to develop their use of language when playing within a group  enhance the learning opportunities for children to strengthen their knowledge, understanding and use of number and quantity in everyday play.

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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 spoke with staff and children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the pre-school manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the pre-school manager. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the pre-school.  The inspector spoke to a number of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. Staff have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities to keep children safe from harm. The manager regularly checks on staff's secure understanding of how to recognise and respond to instances of abuse and neglect. The small, well-established staff team works closely together. They access training to further develop their skills and understanding and share their new learning with others. The manager provides support and guidance to staff to help them further develop their teaching skills. Staff are well deployed so that children's learning is promoted at all times and their physical and emotional needs are consistently met.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff know the children well and understand how children learn and develop. They regularly assess children's capabilities to ensure provision is tailored to their needs and offers them challenge. Staff are skilful in enhancing children's learning. They ask children questions to encourage them to think creatively and make suggestions as to how children can develop their ideas further. Children engage for prolonged periods as they build a structure to explore moving water. They move pipes and gutters to change the direction of the water and to make it move faster and slower. Staff add additional resources to the activity as children move their investigations on to which objects sink and float. Staff share information with parents about children's progress. They work closely together so that children's learning is promoted in the pre-school and at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop good social skills as they interact together. They build secure bonds with staff and seek them out for support when needed. Children encourage staff into their play and involve them in their ideas, such as when they go on an imaginative journey together. Children learn the pre-school's rules and boundaries which are consistently implemented by staff. Children begin to understand when they need to take turns with others. They wait patiently to fill their container with water and then work collaboratively to fill a large pot. Staff praise children often to promote their self-esteem. Children have daily opportunities to play in the fresh air, which supports their physical well-being. They enjoy a sociable lunchtime and learn to choose healthy food to eat.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well in their learning. Those who speak English as an additional language quickly learn new vocabulary to help them express their views and communicate with others. Children engage well in activities supported by adults and equally enjoy independent play where they spend time consolidating their skills. Children are prepared well for the challenges of their future learning, such as school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 257946 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1090459 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 24 Name of registered person Thurton & Ashby St. Mary Pre-School

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Date of previous inspection 23 March 2015 Telephone number 01508 484187

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Thurton & Ashby St. Mary Pre-School was registered in 1992. The pre-school employs three members of childcare staff. Al staff hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The pre-school opens on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 9am until midday on Mondays and Thursdays and from 9am until 1.30pm on Tuesdays and Fridays. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The pre-school supports children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. The pre-school also supports 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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