Gingerbread House Ltd

Gingerbread House Ltd Gingerbread House, 100 New Street, Southowram, HALIFAX, West Yorkshire HX3 9SN

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Inspection date 5 April 2019 Previous inspection date 1 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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This provision is good

n The experienced manager has a clear vision for the nursery's continued development. She makes good use of training and support to develop staff's professional skills and raise the overall quality of provision. n Parents feel they are well informed and receive good guidance to support their children's learning at home. They particularly appreciate the homely nature of the setting and the professional and open manner of the manager and her staff. n The manager and her team work closely with other professionals to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities progress well towards the targets set for their achievement. n Staff accurately assess the level of children's skills, knowledge and understanding. They plan effectively, overall, to build on children's interests and skills to ensure that they make good progress. n Staff are very positive role models. They successfully promote good manners and

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This provision is good

encourage children to behave well. They help children to develop an understanding of the needs of others and to learn about different views and beliefs. n The staff do not always gather detailed information from parents about what children already know and can do when they first attend. n Staff do not always provide rich, varied and imaginative outdoor learning experiences and resources to support children who prefer to learn outside.

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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 gather and use more detailed information from parents about children's capabilities on entry to the setting n increase access to a wider range of resources in the outdoor area, to highly stimulate all children, particularly those who prefer to learn outdoors.

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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 to children and staff. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the manager. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager and looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery. n The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

Arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The manager regularly challenges staff to deepen their knowledge of child protection, for example through frequent 'spot questions' and staff meeting discussions. Staff implement effective procedures, such as risk assessments and equipment check lists, to keep children safe. The premises are secure to prevent unauthorised persons entering. The manager systematically analyses the progress made by different groups of children, for example those who receive additional funding, to ensure that they are all well supported in their learning. The setting makes strong links with other settings, which helps to support children's smooth transition on to school. She continually evaluates staff's practice and seeks feedback from parents, children and staff to identify areas for improvement.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff help children to develop a sense of expectation and anticipation through regular routines, such as the daily registration and the organisation of snack and lunchtimes. They enrich children's imagination through well-told stories, songs and rhymes. Staff guide children's learning as they play. For example, staff demonstrate skills as children play with dough. Children use their physical skills and develop their own way of doing things as they manipulate the dough. Staff engage children well. Children are keen to learn more and share their knowledge. Babies delight in exploring musical toys. They show wonder as they realise that pressing buttons results in their toy playing music. Staff stimulate children's curiosity and encourage them to try new experiences. For instance, children search for objects in the sand and other tactile resources.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff support children to settle and feel confident in their surroundings. They are flexible and respond well to the needs of children and their parents. Staff maintain regular eye contact with children and use praise and positive language to help to raise their self- confidence and self-esteem. Children are encouraged to listen to others and to take turns, for example when they play a matching game. Staff strongly encourage children's awareness of good hygiene and healthy eating. They encourage children to regularly wash their hands. Children thoroughly enjoy the well-balanced and delicious range of snacks and meals that are provided. Children enjoy playing in fresh air every day. They benefit from regular trips and outings.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the skills they need to prepare them for their next stage in learning. Young children know how to play safely. Children develop good social abilities and build meaningful friendships. They play happily together. Older children practise their independence skills, such as choosing their own play and finding their own belongings with confidence.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY404995 Local authority Calderdale Inspection number 10074410 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Full day care Age range of children 0 - 4 Total number of places 34 Number of children on roll 17 Name of registered person Gingerbread House Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 1 February 2016 Telephone number 01422 385 438

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Gingerbread House Ltd registered in 2010. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year, closing only for bank holidays and one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. The setting employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, the manager holds early years professional status, one member of staff holds a qualification at level 6 and four at level 3. The nursery provides 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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