On Track Montessori Limited

Inspection of On Track Montessori Limited Brent Indian Association, Community Resource Centre, 116 Ealing Road, Wembley, Middlesex HA0 4TH

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Overall effectiveness Requires improvement

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

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The provision requires improvement

Most children demonstrate that they are happy and secure. They separate from their parents easily and are eager to learn. However, for some children, the move between home and the nursery is not as smooth as it could be. Key people are not always available to settle children who are relatively new to the setting. This impacts on children's emotional well-being as well as their learning overall.

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The provision requires improvement

Leaders are very enthusiastic and design a curriculum that covers the seven areas of learning. However, some weaknesses in teaching remain, which is hindering the nursery's ability to reach a good overall standard. Initial plans are in place to improve the implementation of the curriculum and quality of teaching. That said, children are happy and enjoy their time in the nursery. They have opportunities to strengthen the small muscles in their hands. They roll balls out of play dough and explore with sand. They also practise posting and sorting different-sized objects and materials. Staff encourage children to make marks and practise the use of scissors. Children generally behave well and develop strong relationships with their peers.

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need to do better?

n Leaders have a vision to improve the quality of the nursery. However, changes are in their infancy and not yet embedded. The curriculum is not yet monitored well enough to swiftly identify and rectify all weaknesses in teaching. Although staff feel supported, the help provided is not yet targeted to enhance staff's teaching skills. n Children have access to books throughout the setting. However, staff do not consistently promote or encourage regular reading opportunities, in order to develop a love of reading. Staff do not always consider children's skills and abilities when organising story time. This results in some children lacking engagement and they look for something else to do. n The key-person system currently in place is not always effective. On occasions, staff do not spend quality time with their key children, especially during the settling-in period. This does not help children to form secure relationships with

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need to do better?

familiar adults. n Staff do not always effectively plan and deliver large-group activities to meet all children's needs. As a result, some less-confident children do not join in as much as possible and do not benefit from the learning experience. For example, some children get distracted and walk away during a counting activity. n On occasions, noise levels become too high in the nursery. When this happens, staff are not consistently aware of minor disagreements occurring with children as they play, in order to support children's emotional needs. n The outdoor area is used well to support children's physical development.

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need to do better?

14 March 2023 Children participate in appropriately challenging and vigorous physical activities. They stretch, balance and practise their coordination. Children also observe the impact of the physical activity on their body and do breathing exercises. n Staff ensure that parents provide healthy snacks for children. They teach children effective hygiene practices. Children gain important self-care and independence skills. For example, they use the toilet themselves and put coats on before going to play outdoors. n Children start the session at the nursery with an expression of gratitude for the world they live in. They learn about different festivals and regularly explore their local community. This helps them to develop an understanding of other cultures, respectfulness, and an appreciation of diversity. n Parents are happy with the setting. They comment on the progress that their children have made, and say that they would recommend the nursery to other

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Leaders ensure that all staff undertake relevant safeguarding training. Staff have a clear understanding of their role in protecting children who may be at risk of harm. They are alert to possible indicators of when a child may need help and know the relevant agencies to contact for guidance. Staff are aware of the correct procedures to follow should there be an allegation. The premises are secure and staff carry out daily checks of the indoor and outdoor environment to ensure that these remain safe for children. Leaders ensure that staff hold appropriate first-aid qualifications.

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Due date

improve the key-person system so that staff spend quality time with their key children to support their emotional well- being during key times of the day. 12/05/2023

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should:

n strengthen the monitoring of the curriculum and provide staff with support to raise the quality of education to a consistently good or higher level n strengthen teaching to support children to better engage with story time, to

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should:

14 March 2023 enhance their early literacy skills further n review group-time activities to ensure that all children's learning needs are consistently met n reduce noise levels to enable staff to be more aware and available for children, to fully support their emotional needs.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY555036 Local authority Brent Inspection number 10244175 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 28 Number of children on roll 44 Name of registered person On Track Montessori Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07957 307296 Date of previous inspection 20 April 2022

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Information about this early years setting

On Track Montessori Limited registered in 2017. It is located in Wembley, in the London Borough of Brent. The nursery is open during term time from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. There are 11 staff members, including the provider, who hold relevant early years qualifications. The nursery follows the Montessori educational philosophy. It receives funding to offer early education for children aged two, three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed all areas of the nursery and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager led the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about what they want children to learn. n Children shared their views with the inspector. 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 a joint observation of an activity with the manager. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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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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