Lammas Green at St Bartholomew's

Lammas Green at St Bartholomew's St Bartholomew's Church Hall, Westwood Hill, London, SE26 6QR

p.1

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 March 2018 Not applicable

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

p.1

This provision is good

 Leaders and staff monitor the development of individual children efficiently to identify any gaps in their learning. There is a strong focus on improving outcomes for children who speak English as an additional language.  Children are confident learners and develop secure foundations for future learning. Staff provide relevant activities and experiences that meet children's learning and developmental needs.  The key-person system is effective. Staff spend quality time getting to know the children well and build secure attachments. This contributes positively to children's emotional well-being.  Staff work closely and effectively with parents to help provide a consistent approach in meeting children's care and learning needs.  Leaders of the nursery are fully aware of their strengths and other areas to improve to ensure better outcomes for children. They welcome the views of staff, parents and children, and use these to further improve standards in the nursery.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children who enjoy learning outside have few opportunities to follow their interests and build on their curiosity during outdoor play.  Although staff support children's counting skills, they do not consistently offer them sufficient challenge to increase their awareness of other mathematical concepts.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 increase the range of opportunities and experiences available to challenge and support those children who enjoy learning outside  extend opportunities to support children's awareness of mathematical concepts even further.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching and learning during activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector carried out a joint observation with the manager and held discussions about children's progress.  The inspector spoke to members of staff at appropriate times throughout the day and held meetings with the manager and provider.  The inspector spoke with some parents and took their views into account.  The inspector looked at documentation, including evidence of staff suitability and qualifications.

p.2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The management team monitors staff performance effectively to support their ongoing development. For example, managers identified the need to organise a workshop for staff to heighten their knowledge and understanding of different learning styles to help them plan and meet the changing needs of children. Staff report that the information was useful and they now focus their planning on children's interests and style of learning. Safeguarding is effective. The provider ensures that staff working with children are vetted appropriately and remain suitable to fulfil their roles and responsibilities. The manager and staff have a clear understanding of the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about children's safety or welfare. They are aware of their duty to prevent children being drawn into situations which may put them at significant risk of harm.

p.3

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff use assessment arrangements well to identify and plan for children's next steps in learning. They plan a range of stimulating activities that captures children's interest and supports their understanding of the natural world. For example, children maintained good levels of engagement when planting different herb seeds, such as basil and parsley. Staff asked effective questions to further develop children's understanding of growth and decay. Opportunities for children to develop their mark-making skills are numerous. For example, children experiment writing on different surfaces, such as paper, wipe board and chalkboard. In addition, they use their fingers to make marks in sand and water.

p.3

Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff are encouraging and supportive and treat children as individuals. For example, they give younger children appropriate cuddles to reassure them. They have also introduced 'family books' to encourage children to talk proudly about their family and background. This helps all children to feel secure and safe in the nursery. Staff provide clear boundaries and this helps children to understand what is expected of them and to learn right from wrong. Staff develop children's understanding of good hygiene. For example, they plan activities on dental care to help children understand the connection between healthy eating and strong teeth.

p.3

Outcomes for children are good

Children are busy, well-occupied and show a positive attitude towards learning. For example, they maintain high levels of concentration and engagement during play and contribute immensely to group discussions. Children acquire good skills for their next stage of learning, including starting school. For example, older children can recognise their names easily and enjoy learning letters and sounds through music. In addition, children talk confidently and develop good independence skills.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY493824 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 1030130 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 33 Name of registered person Lammas Green Nurseries Limited

p.4

reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07971862155

p.4

reference number

Lammas Green at St Bartholomew's registered in 2015. The nursery opening times are Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm, term time only. There are six staff who work directly with the children. All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications at level 3 and above. The nursery receives funding to provide free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

p.4

reference number

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.

p.4

reference number

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.4

reference number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/, write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.5

reference number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our website for news, information and updates at www.ofsted.gov.uk/user.

p.5

reference number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.5