Oak Tree Day Nursery

Inspection of Oak Tree Day Nursery 30 Cecil Street, Rothwell, Kettering NN14 6EZ

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Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children settle quickly when they arrive at the nursery. Staff provide a warm welcome for them. Children feel secure and confident, and know they can go to staff if they need comfort and reassurance. Staff have high expectations for all children. They help them to develop independence skills throughout their time at the nursery. Younger children choose their own toys from the low-level units. Older children put their own waterproof suits and boots on ready for playing outside.

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The provision is good

Older children enjoy joining in with familiar stories with enjoyment and are keen to share what happens next in the story. They use puppets and 'story spoons' to act out parts of the story with their friends. Younger children choose books which staff read to them as they look at the pictures.

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The provision is good

Younger children explore the chalkboard with water and different brushes. They show excitement as they make marks and watch as they start to disappear. They explore scented foam and toy vehicles, and are curious about the way the wheels of trains and cars move. Children show sustained interest in making a stacking tower with coloured rings. They watch as an adult shows them what to do, using the adult's hand to guide them. This support gives children confidence to have a go themselves and they smile when they succeed.

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need to do better?

n Staff observe children at play and find out what they already know and what they need to do next. They share this information with parents. Parents say they find the staff friendly and approachable, and that daily conversations are held about what their child has been learning. They say that staff are keen to find out about their children's interests, so that they know how to engage and motivate them in their learning. n Children have a good understanding of behaviour expectations in the nursery. Outside, children share planks of wood and take turns in placing them on tyres to build a bridge. They are beginning to resolve conflicts independently, for example, by helping each other to find more planks of wood so that everyone can have a go. n Staff praise children and celebrate achievements within the setting and also those that happen at home. Older children look forward to finding out who is 'Star of the Week' and excitedly point out where certificates are displayed in the

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nursery. n Staff successfully broaden children's experiences. Older children enjoy visits from a staff member's dog. They have discovered how the dog needs to be looked after and have taken it on walks around the local area. This has supported children who have been frightened of dogs and has developed their confidence.

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need to do better?

25 November 2019 n Children are encouraged to be independent. At lunchtime, they talk to members of staff about the different foods they are eating and share their personal likes and dislikes. They talk about healthy choices and comment that fruit juice is good for them. n The nursery staff and children attend many community events, such as the local Christmas tree festival. They visit the local library to borrow books in other languages to support children who speak English as an additional language. n Children with additional needs are fully supported in the setting. Staff are keen to find out about how they can meet each child's needs. They speak to parents to find out about activities they are doing at home to ensure the nursery's approach is consistent. Staff are sensitive to children's needs. They encourage them patiently and praise them constantly. n The manager is committed to staff's well-being, and staff know they can discuss

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need to do better?

any concerns they have with her informally at any time. If extra support is needed, the manager helps to put this in place and regularly monitors the effectiveness of this. n The manager and her team provide verbal feedback to staff about how activities have gone. However, this approach is not regular or established in the setting, which means that staff are not always informed about how they can improve their practice. n Staff are keen to ask suitable questions to help children extend their learning. However, occasionally, opportunities are missed for interaction with the younger children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Staff have completed safeguarding training and understand how to recognise the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. They know who they should report concerns to and are confident to do so, if needed. Designated safeguarding leaders work well with outside agencies and follow procedures if they identify a child needs additional support. The manager ensures all staff are aware of any updates to safeguarding training. Staff check the outdoor area is safe before allowing children to go outside. The manager explained the process she follows when recruiting new members of staff.

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should:

n enhance the monitoring of staff performance and provide feedback about what they have done well and what they need to improve n provide younger children with consistent interaction to ensure they are engaged in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY475355 Local authority Northamptonshire Inspection number 10075763 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 to 4 Total number of places 26 Number of children on roll 46 Name of registered person Oak Tree Out of School Club Partnership

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reference number

Telephone number 01536601670 Date of previous inspection 15 January 2016

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Information about this early years setting

Oak Tree Day Nursery registered in 2014. It is located in Rothwell, Northamptonshire and is managed by Oak Tree Out-of-School Club Partnership. The nursery employs eight members of childcare staff. Of these, six hold early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. It supports children who speak English as an additional language.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and manager completed a learning walk to gain knowledge about how staff plan activities to suit the needs of the children. n The inspector completed two joint observations with two of the nursery managers. n The inspector spoke with staff and children during the inspection. n The inspector spoke to parents and carers to find out their views. Written feedback received from parents was also reviewed. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager to find out how the nursery has developed since their previous inspection, and how they would like to improve further. n The inspector held meetings with three members of staff.

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We carried out this inspection 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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