Kidstuff Day Nursery and Bottoms Up Baby Unit

Kidstuff Day Nursery and Bottoms Up Baby Unit 299 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Herts WD6 1TH

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Inspection date 6 August 2018 Previous inspection date 9 February 2016

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Good 2

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The provision is good

n Children behave well. They have positive relationships with each other and with staff. Staff frequently praise children's successes. This helps to support children's self- confidence and emotional well-being. n The manager and staff give good attention to children's health and hygiene. The key person is aware of and meets children's care routines. All members of staff complete food hygiene training. This helps them to understand how to manage snack and meal times to avoid cross-contamination. n Staff demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of child protection issues. They are confident in whistle-blowing procedures. This helps to protect the children in their care from unsuitable adults. n Staff observe and assess children to plan their next steps for learning. They listen and incorporate children's interests into activities. This helps to motivate children and engage them to share their ideas to progress their learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n On occasion, staff step in too quickly with solutions to problems children encounter. This does not allow children sufficient time to persevere at tasks and work things out for themselves. n Staff do not consistently recognise when children are ready to move on from an activity and explore other learning opportunities.

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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

n support children more effectively as they develop their perseverance and learn to work things out for themselves n recognise signs that children are becoming ready to move on from an activity or need support to explore and engage with other experiences, to enhance and broaden their learning.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector discussed an evaluation of an activity with the manager. n The inspector held a number of discussions with the manager, provider, staff and children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of persons working with children. The inspector discussed with the manager how they reflect on their practice. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through discussions during the inspection process.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are confident and understand the action they must take to report child protection concerns. Robust recruitment procedures ensure that only suitable people are employed and their ongoing suitability is regularly checked. The manager evaluates the progress children make. She meets regularly with staff to identify where training is required. This helps to improve teaching and close gaps in children's learning. The manager and staff regularly evaluate practice and the provision they offer. Their commitment helps to drive improvements, such as the recent refurbishment of the outside play area, to further complement children's indoor learning experiences.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff develop purposeful relationships with parents. They regularly keep parents updated about their child's learning and development. Additionally, staff actively encourage them to continue to support their child's learning at home. All children, including babies, are encouraged to experiment with making marks using a range of resources. Older children write with pens and paints. This helps to enhance their early writing and literacy skills. Staff play alongside children and help them to develop a good understanding of the world. For example, they introduce topics about different cultural customs and beliefs throughout the year. Children use their imaginations well. Staff encourage them to work together as they pretend to make cups of tea or decide on the best way to build houses using colourful wooden blocks.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff provide opportunities for children to learn about leading healthy lifestyles. They offer children a healthy range of meals and snacks. Older children learn how food is grown through discussions with staff. Young children are able to manage risks in the garden. They confidently move up and down slides and use wheeled toys with increasing confidence, demonstrating their physical skills. Staff stand close by to offer support if needed. Children are pleased with their achievements and say, 'I did it', as they successfully manage pedals on tricycles. Staff encourage children to be independent.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development in relation to their abilities and starting points. Children are confident communicators who exhibit high levels of independence. They are active learners, form close friendships with their peers and consider the needs of others. They are well prepared for future learning in school and beyond.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY254839 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10061100 Type of provision Full day care

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register

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Day care type

Age range of children 1 - 4 Total number of places 96 Number of children on roll 75 Name of registered person The Borehamwood Nursery Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 9 February 2016 Telephone number 02089530077

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Kidstuff Day Nursery and Bottoms Up Baby Unit registered in 2003. The provision employs 22 qualified members of staff. Staff hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 and level 3. The provision opens Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm.

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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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