Little Folks Day Nursery & Out Of School Clubs

Inspection of Little Folks Day Nursery & Out Of School Clubs 80 Anthony Road, Birmingham, West Midlands B8 3AA

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This provision meets requirements

n The vast majority of children attend the setting for funded early education in term time only. Although the setting also offers sessions within school holidays, there were no children present during the inspection. The provider and manager are dedicated, they regularly evaluate the provision and are keen to provide the best possible care and education for children. They explain how they are establishing a strong staff team where staff strengths are valued, and any training needs are identified and acted on. n The provider and manager understand the importance of checking the safety of the premises, equipment and resources. They explain how they regularly check the indoor and outdoor environment and the actions they take to minimise risks and to keep children safe. The provider and manager are alert to possible signs and symptoms of abuse and demonstrate secure knowledge and understanding of how to protect children from harm. Written policies and procedures are in

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place and include the contact details of relevant local agencies available for use if needed. They ensure their staff complete training and keep their knowledge and understanding up to date by doing online research and regularly testing each other. They work closely with other professionals to provide the support needed for vulnerable children and families. n The provider and manager explain how they provide an inclusive environment and support the needs of all individual children. There are a number of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities who attend. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with staff and other professionals to create specific plans and adapt practice to support each child. n The manager demonstrates a robust knowledge and understanding of the curriculum they provide for children. She recognises how important it is to get to know the children and the different ways they learn and adapt practice

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accordingly. The manager shows the wide range of innovative activities that are available for children to enjoy and to enrich their learning experiences. n Partnerships with parents and other professionals are promoted. The manager explains how she develops good relationships with parents and others who are involved in children's care, such as staff at schools. She recognises the importance of regular communication and exchange of information to aid consistency and to meet children's needs effectively.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2543299 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 10215430 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 60 Number of children on roll 66 Name of registered person Mishi Nurseries Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 0121 328 6245 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Little Folks Day Nursery & Out Of School Clubs registered in 2019. The setting employs eight members of childcare staff. Of these, six hold appropriate early years qualifications from level 6 to level 3. The setting opens from Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are available from 8am until 6pm. The setting provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The setting also offers out of school and wraparound provision.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider 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 provider. n The inspector viewed the premises and spoke with the provider and manager about the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The manager explained their curriculum to the inspector and showed examples of the activities and experiences offered to children. n The provider and manager showed the inspector relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of adults working on the premises. n The inspector took account of parents' views recorded in their responses to questionnaires sent out to them by the provider.

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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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