NCFP - Ashfield Childcare

NCFP - Ashfield Childcare Sure Start Ashfield, The Summit Centre, Pavilion Road, Nottingham, NG17 7LL

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 November 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

 The management team is enthusiastic and dedicated. Managers show drive and commitment in the pursuit of excellence and make continual improvements to benefit children, families and staff.  The environment is stimulating and engaging, indoors and outside. Staff help children to enjoy attending and have fun. Children are motivated to play, explore and learn.  Partnerships with other agencies involved in the children's care and well-being are very effective. As a result, continuity of care is good and children's needs are met very well.  The small and friendly staff team provides a nurturing environment. This gives children a strong sense of belonging. Children are regularly praised when they do well which contributes towards raising their sense of self-esteem.  Children's move from home to the nursery is managed well. Settling-in procedures are tailored to the individual needs of each child and their family. Children are happy and

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This provision is good

settled in the friendly and welcoming nursery.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The systems to supervise and support staff do not focus sharply enough on enhancing their knowledge and skills to a higher level.  Although staff keep a close check on children's individual progress, systems for monitoring the progress made by different groups of children are not fully developed to support staff to identify any gaps in achievement within areas of learning.

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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 professional development more sharply to help extend staff's knowledge and raise the quality of their teaching to a consistently higher level  build on the monitoring systems for different groups of children to enable staff to quickly address any differences in achievement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to members of staff and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  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 evaluation of an activity with the nursery manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the nursery management team. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of staff working at the nursery.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are confident in their knowledge of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse and how to refer concerns about children's welfare. Staff check the premises for any potential hazards and take action to report any concerns. Registers are appropriately maintained. Children's absences are monitored and staff encourage their good attendance. The management team implements appropriate recruitment and vetting procedures to ensure all staff working with children are suitable. Parents spoken to during the inspection value the support they receive from staff, who understand their family needs as well as those of their children. They comment positively about the level of care provided by staff. Staff have developed good relationships with the local primary schools. This helps them to work in partnership and share relevant information to support children when they start school.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff use children's interests and their next steps in learning to plan challenging activities. Children become familiar with different forms of technology and they operate remote- controlled toys. Experienced staff know when to intervene in play to extend learning, and when to sit back, observe and allow children to consolidate their skills. Children play imaginatively and become engrossed as they make dinner in the role-play kitchen. Staff teach children how to safely use knifes as they chop vegetables in their role play. Children's progress is consistently shared with parents through discussions. Staff and parents agree on strategies for continuing children's learning at nursery and at home.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children enjoy regular fresh air and exercise in the well-equipped outdoor area. They have opportunities to develop their physical skills, for example, as they enjoy riding wheeled toys and climbing and balancing on large fixed equipment. Children are beginning to understand the importance of washing their hands before meals. Staff offer children nutritional snacks and talk to them about the benefits of eating well. Children enjoy social snack times when they sit and talk with staff and their friends. Staff support children to adhere to their simple behaviour boundaries. They frequently talk to them about what they expect. Children are learning to share and take turns.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children are working comfortably within the range of development typical for their age. They are developing the skills and attitudes they need for school. Children are confident and independent. They join in with familiar songs and rhymes and listen intently to stories. Children use mathematical language and count during activities. They can make choices about what they want to do and are learning to manage their own care needs. They are developing a good understanding of the importance of good health and hygiene. Children are gaining an awareness of families and traditions beyond their own experiences. They are well prepared for future learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495145 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1031288 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 12 Number of children on roll 7 Name of registered person Nottinghamshire Health Care NHS Foundation Trust

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 01623 723232

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NCFP - Ashfield Childcare registered in 2015. The nursery employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, two hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 7, two at level 5 and two at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, term time only. Sessions are held on Monday and Thursday from 1pm until 4pm, and Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am until midday. The nursery provides funded early education for two-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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