Leaps&Bounds DayCare

Inspection of Leaps&Bounds DayCare Barwell Methodist Chapel, Chapel Street, Barwell, Leicester LE9 8DE

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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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children confidently wave goodbye to their parents in the morning. They happily greet staff as they hang their coats and bags. Children learn to recognise their name as they self-register, selecting their name card from the board. Warm relationships between staff and children help children to develop a strong sense of belonging. Children show that they feel safe and secure, as they quickly settle to activities of their choice.

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The provision is good

Children show a positive attitude and are curious during their play. For example, children use magnifying glasses provided by staff to search for plastic insects hidden among the fern branches. Staff skilfully extend children's knowledge when they discover a spider. Children excitedly share what they know, saying, 'Spiders catch their food in a web.' Babies are inquisitive as they explore objects of interest. They giggle and squeal as they bash objects together to make sounds. Staff encourage their discovery of making sound by clapping and singing along, to support children's confidence and well-being.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. They cooperate well during group games, listening to each other and taking turns. They show kindness towards their peers. For example, older children hold younger children's hands and lead them to the mat for group time.

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need to do better?

n The manager is passionate in providing high-quality care and education that supports children to become well-rounded individuals. Staff use assessment of children along with their interests to plan enjoyable experiences. For example, after listening to a story about a witch, staff extend children's interests by supporting them to make their own potions. This encourages children to become engaged in activities, helping them to make good progress in their learning. n Staff recognise the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on children's physical development. They have used funding to provide resources that develop children's hand strength. Furthermore, staff implement what they have learned in training. For example, after receiving training about promoting children's movement, they play parachute games and sing action songs to support children to be physically active, both inside and outside. n Communication and language is well supported in the nursery. Staff use

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repetition to model language clearly, sing to the children and use visual cues, such as pictures, when they communicate with the children. However, at certain times of the day, the noise levels indoors are too high, and quieter children struggle to be heard. n Staff find ways to introduce mathematical concepts. At snack time, staff support

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13 February 2023 children to recognise halves and quarters as they chop fruit. Staff count along as babies fill containers. Older children experiment with capacity as they play in the water. n Children's positive behaviour is well supported by staff. They use a special clap to alert the children to stop and listen. Staff help children to take turns by using a sand timer to help them develop their concept of time. Staff skilfully resolve conflict. They explain how certain behaviour can make other people feel. They identify children's emotions and feelings as they happen, helping children to understand and begin to manage their own emotions. n Children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles. Staff are good role models and sit with children at mealtimes. Children notice staff eating apples and proudly comment that they have an apple too. Staff use this as an opportunity to discuss good nutrition with children. Staff also share information

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with parents around healthy eating and oral health. n Parents are happy with the care their children receive and say their children are always happy to attend. They comment that they see their children are making progress at the nursery. However, not all parents are sure about what their children's next steps in learning are and how they could further support this at home. n The nursery manager reflects on practice well and makes plans for ongoing developments. Staff are encouraged to attend courses of interest. For example, a recent course on visual impairments in children has helped staff to identify children who may need to visit the optician. Staff were able to provide further information to parents, raising their awareness of the benefits of regular eye checks.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Staff are confident in recognising the signs and symptoms of harm. They understand the procedure to follow if they have a concern about a child or an adult working with children. Managers and staff regularly update their knowledge of safeguarding through, for example, training courses and support from the local authority. Managers implement effective recruitment and induction procedures. They ensure that all staff are suitable to work with children and check their ongoing suitability each year. Staff help children to manage risks and keep themselves safe. For example, they talk to them about the importance of walking when indoors.

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should:

n evaluate times of the day when the noise levels become too high and look at

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13 February 2023 ways to address this to ensure all children can be heard n support staff to communicate effectively with parents to offer ideas and suggestions about how they can continue to promote their children's learning at home.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2603807 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10263410 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 32 Number of children on roll 45 Name of registered person Astley, Michele

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reference number

Telephone number 07737385716 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Leaps and Bounds DayCare registered in 2020. It is situated in the village of Barwell, Leicestershire. The nursery employs seven members of staff. Of these, six hold early years qualifications at level 3, and one at level 2. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 manager and inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the nursery and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. 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 carried out joint observations of group activities with the manager. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the

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suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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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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