Excellence Day Nursery

Excellence Day Nursery Excellence Christian School, 59-61 Vyner Street, Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 9DQ

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Inspection date 12 September 2018 Previous inspection date 6 May 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 The manager and staff work closely together to implement the daily routines, policies and procedures. They join in with children's activities to provide ongoing support and to help them make good progress in their learning. n Staff develop close relationships with parents and they share regular information about what children need to do next. Staff share information about their responsibilities with parents so that they know what to expect from them. n Older children develop their independence and confidence effectively. For example, they learn to manage small tasks on their own and they show appreciation for staff's praise and encouragement. n The manager has taken appropriate steps to address the recommendations given at the previous inspection. For example, staff support children to develop an awareness of good hygiene practices, such as how to keep their hands clean.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

n Staff have not yet embedded the settling-in process to enable children to quickly settle and form close attachments with them. n Staff miss some opportunities to support younger children to extend their speech and language development further.

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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 strengthen the settling-in procedures to enable new children to settle more easily and to form closer relationships with their key person n make better use of opportunities to strengthen younger children's communication and language development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the quality of teaching in the playroom and the outdoor play area. She looked at some children's assessment records and staff planning documentation. n The inspector held discussions with the manager during the inspection. n The inspector held discussions with staff about their roles and assessed their understanding of meeting the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector took account of children's and parents' views during the inspection. n The inspector conducted a joint observation of an activity with the manager.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The manager works closely with the local authority early years coordinator to review the setting's processes and she puts in place an improvement plan to continually develop the provision. Safeguarding is effective. The manager implements robust recruitment and vetting procedures to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children. She also ensures staff attend safeguarding and paediatric first-aid training. Staff have a sound knowledge of child protection issues and the procedures to report any concerns, including allegations, to the relevant authorities. The manager provides ongoing supervision meetings and guidance to improve staff practice. Staff monitor individual children's progress effectively. They are clear about children's starting points and promptly recognise any emerging gaps in their development. Staff work closely with parents to share information about children's progress.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff observe and assess children's learning well. They plan stimulating activities to meet children's interests and needs, particularly for those who appear to be happier when playing outside. Children enjoy water activities and they learn to fill and empty different containers. Staff provide opportunities for children to use their imagination well. For example, they encourage children to explore with paint to create their own designs. Children learn to grasp and use different tools successfully. For instance, during a play dough activity, they learn to use a wooden spoon to mix, and use their hands to stretch and pull the dough. Staff support children to develop good social skills. For example, they plan group activities to encourage children to play together and to share resources with others. Staff also use group sessions to encourage children to sing nursery rhymes and listen to stories.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Older children are active and they show interest in a wide range of indoor and outdoor opportunities. For example, they learn to use the climbing frame and slide safely. Children learn to wait patiently for their turn to use the slide. Staff know when to offer support and reassurance to younger children to help them to persevere with activities that they find difficult. Children display positive behaviour. For example, they listen and show respect to staff. Older children are kind and helpful towards the younger children. Staff support children to develop healthy lifestyles. For example, they provide healthy snacks for children to eat, ensure children wash their hands at appropriate times and provide a comfortable area for children to rest and sleep between play.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and develop skills to help with the next stage in their learning. For example, older children verbally express themselves during their play well. They develop their creative and imaginative skills effectively. Younger children display good coordination and mobility. They learn to recognise different colours successfully.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY396103 Local authority Tower Hamlets Inspection number 10066399 Type of provision Full day care

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childcare on non-domestic premises Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 22 Number of children on roll 22 Name of registered person Gbegbaje, Caroline

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Date of previous inspection 6 May 2016 Telephone number 07958 685176

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Excellence Day Nursery registered in 2009. The setting operates in Bethnal Green in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The setting is open each weekday from 8am to 6pm, throughout the year. The setting receives funding for free early education for children aged two, three and four years. The setting has three members of staff, including the manager, who all hold relevant early years qualifications. The manager and one member of staff also hold a level 6 qualification in Education and Community Development.

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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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