Oak Tree Nursery/Pre- School

Oak Tree Nursery/Pre- School 62 Eastern Road, Romford, RM1 3QA

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 11 September 2017 16 September 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

 The provider evaluates the quality of her provision well. She has made significant improvements since the last inspection to improve outcomes for children. For example, staff make better use of information from assessments to plan effective learning experiences for children. Staff complete the progress check for children aged between two and three years, and all records are accessible.  The provider monitors children's progress effectively to help identify any gaps in their learning and helps them to catch up. Children make good progress from their individual starting points.  Staff are warm and caring. They strongly support children's emotional well-being. Children are happy, confident and independent.  Staff work effectively with parents to help ensure continuity of care and learning. For instance, staff obtain information from parents about their child, they share progress and invite parents to contribute to their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The inspector talked with parents, the provider, staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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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

 improve learning opportunities to extend and challenge children's understanding of more complex mathematical problems  increase opportunities for children to learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector talked with parents, the provider, staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the staff's interactions during activities indoors and outdoors and looked at a range of resources and equipment.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation including children's details, learning records, insurance documents and other relevant documentation.  The inspector undertook a joint observation with the provider.  The inspector had discussions with the provider about policies and procedures and methods of assessing and planning for children's progress. The inspector also discussed how staff work with parents and other providers.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. Staff have a good understanding of the signs and symptoms that may cause concern for a child's welfare and they know the procedures to follow. Staff know how to identify any child who may be at risk of being exposed to extreme views or behaviours. The provider uses effective ways to monitor staff practice to help improve their interactions with children and teaching. For example, she works directly with staff and offers immediate feedback and suggestions for improvement. The provider supports staff developing their professional practice. For instance, staff regularly learn from in- house training and supervision. They are encouraged to undertake further qualifications to help enhance their knowledge to support children better.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff carry out regular observations and assessments of children's learning and they plan suitably challenging activities overall. Staff support children's physical development well. For example, children show they are confident and able as they walk to the library. Children skilfully use their hands to select tools to cut paper and they easily mould soft materials. Staff encourage children's creativity effectively. For instance, children explore colours when they are mixed together and know the purpose of different materials such as glue. Staff support children's language and communication well. For example, children learn one another's names and say them correctly as they greet each other. They are beginning to use more complex sentences when they describe home events and talk about what they prefer to eat during mealtimes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff support children's understanding of behaviour boundaries. For example, children demonstrate friendly behaviour and respect others. Staff help children to understand the importance of keeping themselves safe. For instance, they have discussions about road safety as they go out on local trips. Children learn to manage their personal needs well during hygiene routines. Staff maintain good links with schools and information about children's achievements is shared effectively, to help children who are moving on.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are confident and motivated to learn. They are well prepared for their move on to school. Children independently select activities and resources. They talk to other children while playing. Children share and take turns using resources. Younger children show an interest in the way musical instruments sound. Children learning English as an additional language are well supported to speak English quickly.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY483756 Local authority Havering Inspection number 1074204 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 2 - 4 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 6 Name of registered person Oak Trades Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 16 September 2016 Telephone number 07903 315454

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Oak Tree Nursery/Pre-School registered in 2014. It is open each weekday from 7.30am to 6.30pm and operates all year round, except during Christmas and bank holidays. The provider, who is also the manager, employs one member of staff. The manager and the other member of staff hold relevant childcare qualifications at level 3.

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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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