Bright Stars Nursery

Bright Stars Nursery Yorkshire Muslim Centre, Bland Street, SHEFFIELD, S4 8DG

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 January 2018 28 March 2014

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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

 Staff have a good understanding of how children learn and they know children very well. They provide a broad range of activities and experiences overall, which supports children to make good progress across all areas of learning.  The nursery is extremely welcoming and inclusive. Staff work sensitively with children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. They plan precisely for their learning and utilise strong partnerships with outside agencies. This ensures they make good progress in relation to their starting points.  Children are well cared for. The key-person system is effective and supports children to settle quickly and develop secure and supportive relationships with staff.  Children behave well. They understand the rules and boundaries in place. Staff consistently praise the children. This helps to promote their confidence and self- esteem.  The management team and staff are very passionate about developing the nursery.

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This provision is good

They actively seek the ideas and opinions of parents, children and other agencies to support children in making good progress.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasions, staff do not provide enough challenge during some activities to help children make the best possible progress in their learning.  Staff do not fully ensure that parents are consistently engaged in their children's 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

 provide children with higher levels of challenge during all activities that help them make more rapid progress in their learning  continue to develop ways to engage parents in their children's learning that help them make even more progress.

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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 nursery manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the nursery manager and deputy manager. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.  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

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff have a good knowledge and understanding of the possible signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and neglect. They know the referral procedure well. Effective recruitment procedures are in place and ensure that staff are suitable for their work with children. Staff receive good support through regular supervision and performance management. Managers and staff enthusiastically engage in further training and reflective practice to help bring about improvements. This has had a particularly positive impact on enabling leaders to further develop the nursery and share their vision. Parents are valued as partners and share their positive comments about the nursery and the good progress made by their children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff are well qualified and the quality of teaching is good. Children's communication and language skills are developing well, staff talk to children and introduce new vocabulary. Group time sessions are interactive and engage children's attention. For example, children sit and listen as they share their experiences of travelling. Children have opportunities to further extend their learning as they engage in imaginative play. For example, they use early writing skills effectively to make their own passports for the nursery airline. Staff play alongside children as they use the doctor's kit to care for those who are sick. Staff regularly observe children as they play and interact with others. They use this information to identify the next steps in their learning. Activities are effectively planned to support children to make progress toward their individual next steps.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is managed in a calm and consistent way. Children show a good understanding of the rules of the setting. They begin to develop social skills and a sense of self-confidence. Staff use praise very well to support children's self-esteem. Staff are aware of children's individual backgrounds and cultures. They enable children to learn more about the world around them and respect others. Children enjoy varied and nutritious snacks. Staff are vigilant in ensuring that all children's individual dietary needs are fully catered for and effectively supported. Children develop an understanding of developing a healthy lifestyle. They have plenty of opportunities to experience fresh air and exercise in the outdoor environment.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress during their time at the nursery. This includes children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, children who speak English as an additional language and those who receive additional funding. Children grow in confidence and gain strong social skills. Children are active and confident learners and independently initiate their own play. All children are prepared with the key skills they need for the next stage in their learning, including starting school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY441196 Local authority Sheffield Inspection number 1102386 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 50 Number of children on roll 52 Name of registered person Bright Stars Nursery Committee

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Date of previous inspection 28 March 2014 Telephone number 01142447777

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Bright Stars Nursery registered in 2012. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff. Of these, three hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 6 and eight at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday term time only. Sessions are from 9am until 3.30pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year- old children. It supports a number of children who speak English as an additional language and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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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