Three Bears Nursery

Three Bears Nursery 226 Otley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS16 5AB

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Inspection date 21 August 2018 Previous inspection date 3 February 2014

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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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This provision is good

n The management team accurately evaluates the quality of the nursery. It includes the views of parents to help to identify areas for further improvement. For example, the outdoor play environment and resources have been enhanced to extend opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. n Staff, particularly those working with babies, are very nurturing and caring. Children and their parents build warm and trusting relationships with staff, which supports children's emotional well-being. n Staff use observations and assessments of children's progress well to plan for their next steps in learning. All children make good progress from their starting points. n Staff support children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They work effectively with parents, other professionals and external agencies to meet all children's learning and care needs. n Staff ensure that children are safe in the nursery and outdoor environment. They carry

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This provision is good

out regular risk assessments and minimise hazards effectively.

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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 refine the monitoring of staff practice so that there is an even sharper focus on enhancing their already good teaching skills n support children's engagement to the highest possible level, particularly during group times and routine activities.

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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 indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with staff and children during the inspection. n The inspector held a meeting with the deputy manager. She looked at the relevant documentation and evidence of suitability of staff working at the nursery. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the deputy manager. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of other parents' views through written feedback.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff confidently identify signs of abuse and know how to report concerns about children's welfare or inappropriate practice. Recruitment procedures are robust and the ongoing suitability of staff is monitored. The management team has put in place individual supervisory sessions, staff meetings and some training. This helps staff to understand their role in supporting young children's learning, overall. The deputy manager effectively monitors the progress of different groups of children. This enables her to identify any gaps in children's development and take steps to close these. For example, when children were not progressing as well in mathematics as in other areas, staff provided additional activities to address this. Parents are complimentary about the nursery.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff are well qualified and use their knowledge effectively to plan a stimulating and organised environment, which support children's play and learning. All staff support children's language and communication effectively. For example, staff working with babies model clear words and repeat and rephrase what children say. Older children are challenged to think more deeply. Staff encourage children's mathematical development well. Toddlers enjoy sorting teddy bears by colour, while older children confidently count during group times. Staff have good relationships with the local primary schools. This contributes towards continuity in children's learning and development and a smooth transition to school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff provide a variety of opportunities for children to learn about the differences between themselves and other people. For example, they acknowledge national and religious festivals and help children to develop their understanding of these. Staff are good role models and promote positive behaviour. They give children plenty of praise for their achievements, helping to raise their self-esteem. Children are provided with a good range of freshly prepared, nutritious meals and snacks, which contributes significantly towards keeping them healthy. Staff promote good hygiene and children's independence in personal care routines.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children become confident, independent learners and mix well with others. They make friends and learn to share and take turns. Children progress their literacy skills well. Older children proudly share the 'secret notes' which they write in the garden, while babies sit happily with staff as they enjoy sharing books. Children develop the skills needed for their future learning and the eventual move on to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY295764 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10059714 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 48 Number of children on roll 59 Name of registered person Alhamdani Consultants Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 3 February 2014 Telephone number 0113 2759393

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Three Bears Nursery registered in 2005. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff. Of these, 10 hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above, including one member of staff who hold early years professional status and four members of staff who hold relevant childcare degrees. The nursery opens all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-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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