Tiny Steps Pre-School

Tiny Steps Pre-School Uplands Manor Primary School, Addenbrooke Road, Smethwick, Sandwell, B67 6HT

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 March 2018 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

 Highly qualified managers lead the staff team to provide good-quality learning and care for children. The team has frequent discussions about ways of improving the provision on offer. Managers and staff make effective changes for the benefit of the children.  Staff know the children very well and they plan effectively to meet the individual learning needs of each child. Staff use resources well to help children learn and they provide stimulating learning experiences that are enjoyable and rewarding.  Children receive good-quality care in a very welcoming environment. Colourful displays include many examples of children's work. Children enjoy group activities and also play on their own. They freely access toys and equipment that are within reach.  The partnerships with parents are strong. Parents commend staff for their commitment to their work and the support they provide so that children make rapid progress in their

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not fully engage all children during large-group activities so that each child maintains a high level of involvement.  Staff do not consistently help children to develop independence during some routine activities.

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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 opportunities for all children to engage fully during large-group activities to maintain higher levels of involvement  help children consistently to increase their independence during routine activities.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector carried out joint observations of the teaching with the pre-school manager.  The inspector held meetings with the area manager and the pre-school manager.  The inspector spoke with the staff and children during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a number of documents and records used for the efficient running of the pre-school.  The inspector spoke with a number of parents, read written feedback from other parents and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff know what to do should they have any concerns about children in their care. Professional development programmes include the observation of staff practice and clear feedback on areas for improvement. Staff frequently complete training and this has helped them to enhance their skills and children's learning. Managers regularly monitor children's achievements to ensure they make and sustain good progress in their learning. Staff review the layout of the rooms and make changes that have a positive impact on children's learning and play. Managers and staff ensure parents have a clear understanding of how their children's needs are met. Parents say they are very pleased with the prompt responses to their queries.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff use a wide range of methods to help children learn. They promote children's language skills well through all activities. Staff clearly model words and actions, and children copy these and repeat songs. Children have participated in these previously and know when to lie down and pretend to sleep. They then jump up, and laugh and giggle in response to verbal cues. This helps to develop their listening and attention well. Staff motivate children with plenty of praise. Staff complete initial assessments of children's learning with parents. They use parents' ideas to plan for further learning, such as to help children develop good pencil control, and to write their own names.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children receive clear messages about healthy eating. They are helped to learn about healthy lifestyles while they enjoy nutritious meals and play outdoors daily. Children behave well and they learn to have respect for other children. They share resources and take turns while they play. Children demonstrate by their behaviour that they feel emotionally secure in the pre-school. Some children sit on the laps of staff during activities and other children go to staff for support when they need help. Children have a strong sense of belonging in the pre-school and learn about diversity. The vast selection of resources include books and toys that reflect a wide range of cultures and faiths.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children, including those for whom the provider receives additional funding, make good progress in their development. Children develop skills in early literacy and numeracy. They have opportunities to practise writing and do simple calculations. Children are confident and contribute to their own learning. They are able communicators and explain clearly what they intend to achieve while they play with small-world toys. Children learn to sit and concentrate well, and develop good communication skills and confidence to share their ideas. They develop essential skills ready for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY496586 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 1039736 Type of provision Out of school provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 3 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 39 Name of registered person West Smethwick Enterprise Committee

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reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07943 547073

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Tiny Steps Pre-School registered in 2016. The pre-school employs seven members of childcare staff. All hold early years qualifications at levels 2, 3 or 6. The pre-school opens from Monday to Friday, term time only. Sessions are from 8.30am to 3pm. The pre-school provides funded early education for two- and three-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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