The Greenery Nursery School

Inspection of The Greenery Nursery School Swanmore Village Hall, New Road, Swanmore SO32 2PF

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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 separate from their parents and carers and enter the nursery. They settle in swiftly and show they are eager to explore the resources and activities that staff provide. Children benefit from staff who know them well and who help excite them about their learning. For instance, children who enjoy playing with cars delight in exploring the guttering, making ramps and investigating speed. Children show they are proud of their discoveries and achievements, beaming with delight as their cars go fast. They are self-motivated and engaged in their play and learning.

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The provision is good

Children demonstrate they feel safe and secure in the staff's care. They approach staff for cuddles, for example which are warmly given. Children know the expectations from staff, such as using 'kind hands' with their friends as they play. They are learning to manage their feelings and behaviour in a supportive environment.

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The provision is good

Children listen attentively and respond swiftly to instructions and requests. Older children are positive role models to younger children. For instance, they help to tidy away resources and use good manners. Children behave well and are thriving in the staff's care. They learn a good variety of skills to support them to move on to the next stage in their education.

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need to do better?

n The manager has a clear curriculum plan for children at the nursery. She works closely with local schools to ensure children learn the skills they need to move on. Staff support children's learning effectively with these clear goals in mind. This joined-up approach offers children high levels of continuity for their education. n Staff provide children with support for their learning in an engaging and stimulating learning environment. Children can freely make choices and access the resources they want to explore. This supports them to be independent. n Staff plan meaningful activities that engage and motivate children to join in. For example, older children enjoy playing turn-taking games. Staff encourage them to listen to each other and keep playing the game. This helps children to develop their social skills and promotes their attention and focus. n Staff support children's developing communication skills through lively

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discussions, songs and by sharing stories. They question children to deepen their understanding and encourage them to explain what they already know. However, at times, staff do not allow children enough time to think and respond. This does not fully support children's ability to think critically and extend their language skills even further.

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27 February 2023 n Children show they are interested and motivated by the world around them. For instance, they stop playing outdoors to watch and wonder at the recycling lorry. Staff tell children about making new glass bottles and jars, as well as introducing counting and talking about colours. Children benefit from attentive staff who can use opportunities as they arise to teach children. n Generally, children benefit from well-delivered, adult-led activities. However, at times, younger children distract the older children. Although staff recognise younger children have a shorter attention span, they do not fully consider the impact this has on older children. For example, during story times, some younger children lie on the floor or wander off and play noisily. This does not help older children engage fully. n Staff support children's good health effectively. They teach children about the importance of handwashing before eating, for instance. Children enjoy being

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active outdoors. They learn to run, balance and climb skilfully using equipment and negotiating the sloped, grassy area. Staff have a good understanding of supporting children's physical development. n The provider ensures all staff have opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge. For instance, they can attend training courses. Staff say that training has had a positive impact on their confidence to support children's learning. n Parents report very positively about the care and education their children receive. They say the staff's 'kindness, patience and ability to work in partnership' with them is playing a 'vital role' in ensuring their children are happy. Parents comment their children are going from strength to strength at the nursery.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The provider follows a robust staff recruitment process to ensure staff are suitable to work with children. Regular staff training ensures all staff have a secure knowledge of child protection and safeguarding. They understand their role to keep children safe and promote their well-being at all times. Staff know the procedures to follow if they have any concerns about children's welfare or their colleagues. They use opportunities to teach children to keep themselves safe, such as talking about 'tablet time' and online safety.

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should:

n support staff to consider different teaching styles and the importance of giving children time to think and respond, to develop their critical thinking and language skills even further n review and improve the organisation of adult-led group times so that all children

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should:

27 February 2023 remain engaged in their learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2610121 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10263833 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Sessional day care

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inspection

Total number of places 36 Number of children on roll 17 Name of registered person The Greenery Nursery School Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07599954819 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The Greenery Nursery School registered in 2020. The nursery is located in Swanmore, Hampshire. The nursery is open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Thursday, during school term times. There are four staff who work with the children. Of these, three hold childcare qualifications at level 3 and above. The nursery receives funding for free early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about the curriculum and what they intend for the children to learn. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outside, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. n The inspector talked to staff and the children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the manager. n A meeting was held between the inspector, the provider and the manager. The inspector looked at relevant documentation and saw evidence of the suitability of staff. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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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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