Magic Roundabout Pre School

Inspection of Magic Roundabout Pre School Victoria Park Church Halls, Victoria Park, Edghill Road, Bournemouth, Dorset BH9 2PH

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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 come happily in to play and and separate from parents easily as they look for their friends. Staff are very warm and welcoming, and children feel safe and secure. Parents are relaxed as they leave their children here, as they know they will be well cared for. Staff are attentive and sensitive to the children's needs. For example, staff offer reassurance to children who are settling by mirroring routines from home.

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The provision is good

Children look to staff for praise and support, both of which are freely given. At carpet time, staff encourage children to share their news with their friends. Children talk about their experiences from the weekend or sing a song they have made up. This helps to build the children's self-esteem and prepares them well for school.

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The provision is good

Staff ensure that children are learning in a sequenced way. They check that children understand before moving on to a new topic. Children respond well to instructions from staff and are eager to answer questions to show what they know. For example, they recall that a flamingo is 'a big, pink bird'.

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The provision is good

Staff have high expectations for all children including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They monitor children's progress well and identify when some children need extra support. All children progress well. Parents comment that they receive good communication from staff who have time to listen.

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n Staff are excellent role models and children are polite and well behaved. Children know what is expected of them and they are familiar with the routines. For example, they quickly line up to wash their hands before snack time. Children are learning about how to keep themselves healthy. n Staff plan enticing activities for children to explore and children are inquisitive. They are engaged for long periods in den-making and a construction activity using large wooden blocks. Children demonstrate their problem-solving skills with the blocks as they build a 'bridge'. They show that they are resilient learners as they move the blocks around until they have successfully and proudly completed their task. n Children play together happily and demonstrate positive friendships. For example, older children support younger friends when playing a board game when they are unsure of the rules. However, during minor disputes, staff do not

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always support children to learn that their actions can have an impact on others. n The manager is very proud of her staff and her setting. She is enthusiastic and dedicated to providing children with the best possible start in life. She values her

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2 February 2023 staff team, many of whom have been here for many years. Together, the team work well together to create a nurturing environment for children. They often evaluate the setting to promote continuous improvement. n Staff support children to develop a love of books. Children listen intently as staff narrate stories in an expressive way. They encourage children to participate and make predictions about what will happen next. When children suggest an answer, staff ask their peers to debate if they are right. Children are developing confidence to think and discuss topics openly. n Staff help to extend the children's vocabulary and give them time to absorb new words, such as 'indestructible'. Skilful staff break the work down into manageable syllables and ask the children to repeat them together, which they do with pride. n Children are active and have plenty of opportunities to play outside. They have

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access to a wide range of resources and equipment, which help them to develop their physical skills and coordination. Children run and jump and ride on bikes and scooters. n The setting is community based, and children learn about different people, cultures and beliefs through books, activities and discussions. Children enjoy walks to the local shops, library, and post office. They are learning about the world around them. However, staff do not always support children to learn about technology in everyday routines. n Children's well-being and enjoyment are central to everything that the staff do. Their focus is being with the children, teaching as they talk and play. Parents state that the staff 'make the children's happiness their goal.'

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager ensures that all staff have access to safeguarding training and that staff keep their knowledge up to date. Staff can identify signs and symptoms of all forms of abuse and who they should alert if they have concerns for a child's welfare. Regular staff meetings prompt safeguarding discussions so any concerns are monitored and acted upon. The manager follows strict vetting procedures when recruiting staff so that all staff are suitable to work with children. New staff receive a thorough induction, to ensure that they are familiar with all safeguarding policies and procedures.

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n support children to understand that their actions can have an impact on others n use opportunities within daily routines and throughout the session to talk to children about technology in the world around us.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331874 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10263941 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 Sessional day care

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inspection

Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 23 Name of registered person Aldred, Margaret Susan

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reference number

Telephone number 07980492956 Date of previous inspection 17 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

Magic Roundabout Pre School registered in 2006. The privately owned pre-school is situated in Winton, Bournemouth and is open Monday to Thursday, from 9am until 2pm, during school terms only. The pre-school receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. There are six staff employed. Of these, two hold childcare qualifications at level 3 and two hold qualifications at level 2.

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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 setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want their children to learn. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. 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 inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of

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their views. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability 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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