Springfield Nursery Ltd

Inspection of Springfield Nursery Ltd Springfield Farm, Marwood, BARNSTAPLE, Devon EX31 4DU

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Overall effectiveness Outstanding

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

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The provision is outstanding

Children show delight being at this wonderful and exciting setting. Staff warmly welcome children as they arrive and support them to settle quickly. Children benefit from close relationships with their key person and show that they feel happy, safe and secure. They are very eager to see their friends and clearly have formed respectful and very positive friendships.

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The provision is outstanding

Leaders are inspirational and have brought the outdoor world inside, within their setting. They have created wonderful light indoor spaces filled with natural resources. Children thrive in the highly stimulating environments. Staff share their love for outdoor learning with the children. They teach them about the world around them as they ignite children's imaginations and create a sense of awe and wonder in the experiences they provide. Children eagerly investigate and explore the magical woodland surroundings. They benefit from learning about daily life on the farm and enjoy helping to care for the animals.

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The provision is outstanding

Staff have high expectations of what children can achieve. Consequently, children behave exceptionally well and show respect for their environment and other people. Staff skilfully support children's emerging interests and children are highly engaged in their play. Children show exceptional levels of motivation and independence. For example, they relish the opportunity to fill their own watering cans and enjoy tending to the fruits and vegetables they are growing.

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need to do better?

n Leaders have highly ambitious aims for their curriculum. They strive to provide children with the most exciting learning experiences that reflect the uniqueness of the setting. Leaders empower all staff and children to develop a long-term plan for individual rooms based on children's interests. n Staff skilfully use their knowledge of every child to plan challenging next steps in their learning. They support them to fulfil their potential and to develop a love of learning. Consequently, all children make excellent progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those in receipt of additional funding. Children are well prepared for the next stage in their learning. n Leaders and staff provide an environment in which children's learning flows seamlessly between indoors and outdoors. Children confidently lead their own play. There is a wide range of resources that spark children's curiosity and

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enhance their sensory experiences. Younger children paint with twigs and leaves, while their older peers mix flower petals in water play. n Staff superbly foster children's communication, language and early literacy skills. Children hear a rich range of words and language, and staff extend children's

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23 March 2022 thinking skills through excellent thought-provoking questions. Staff captivate children through storytelling and support them to develop a love of books. Younger children relish the singing opportunities available. They choose their favourite nursery rhymes and excitedly join in with actions. n Children receive very close support during times of transition within the setting. Settling-in sessions are personalised to meet the needs of the whole family when children first start. Staff prioritise children's emotional well-being and they benefit from individualised care. Children have opportunities for daily play visits as they prepare to move up to the next room. Staff work in very close partnership with schools to create a smooth transition for children as they start school. n Leaders and staff develop fantastic parent partnerships. They provide regular communication about children's progress, including monthly reports. Leaders

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seek feedback from parents in questionnaires and value parents' comments. They share important information with parents in a range of ways, including through displays, leaflets and home-learning resources. n Leaders establish positive relationships with outside professionals. They are dedicated to ensuring that all children are included and this is at the heart of the work they do. Thorough meticulous assessments are undertaken and any gaps in children's learning are quickly identified and addressed. Rapid referrals are made to ensure that children can benefit from early intervention where necessary. External agencies praise the professionalism of the leaders and staff. n Staff feel respected and well supported by leaders. Self-evaluation is fully embedded across the setting. Staff complete observations on each other's practice, which helps to identify their strengths and professional development opportunities. Leaders hold regular meetings with staff and supervise them

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closely, which promotes staff's mental well-being. Leaders inspire all staff to strive for continual improvement as they pride themselves on offering families the very best care and education.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Robust safeguarding procedures are in place. All staff have thorough knowledge of the indicators of abuse and reporting procedures. They complete extensive safeguarding training, including the 'Prevent' duty. Leaders regularly discuss safeguarding with staff during both team and supervision meetings. Staff know the whistle-blowing procedures to follow if they have concerns about the conduct of other staff. Comprehensive risk assessments are in place, and implemented for all environments. Children are involved in learning to manage risks safely. For example, they learn to follow rules around the fire pit and when using tools for woodwork. Poisonous-plant posters are displayed and children have informative discussions with staff about them.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY444473 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10125875 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

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inspection

Total number of places 90 Number of children on roll 215 Name of registered person Springfield Nursery Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 01271 329 028 Date of previous inspection 17 September 2012

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Information about this early years setting

Springfield Nursery Ltd opened in 2002. It is privately owned and re-registered in 2012 on becoming a limited company. It operates from Springfield Farm in Marwood, near Barnstaple, Devon. The setting is purpose-built and comprises a baby and toddler building, and a barn and annexe for pre-school age children. They also offer before- and after-school care, and a holiday club. There are extensive outdoor play areas suitable for all ages. The setting receives free early education funding for children aged three and four years. It is open each weekday, from 7.45am to 6pm, all year round. There are 37 members of staff working with children. Of these, 28 hold relevant qualifications in childcare.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want the children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation in the baby room. n The inspector spoke with children and staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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Inspection activities

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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