Our Monkey Club C.I.C.

Inspection of Our Monkey Club C.I.C. Unit A1, Robian Way, SWADLINCOTE, Derbyshire DE11 9DH

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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 enjoy their time at Our Monkey Club. They play happily from the moment they arrive. Children independently hang up their belongings and seek out their friends to play. They are curious as they explore the vegetables within the role play corner. Children learn the names of the vegetables as they fill up baskets to buy them in the shop. They laugh with excitement as they pop the beans out of the skins and learn new words such as 'sticky' as they feel the textures change. Children make their own choices about what they want to play with. They safely explore indoors and outdoors throughout the day. They know to put on their coats when it begins to rain.

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The provision is good

Children behave very well. They listen to instructions that are clear and consistent. This means children understand the rules and expectations. For example, children pick up their toys once they have finished playing. This is to give other children opportunities to play and show respect for each other. When children are faced with challenges, staff help them to understand their emotions. Children are continually praised for their efforts. They try hard and explore new ways of doing things to solve problems. This includes trying new foods and persevering to peel their own oranges for snack. Children make good progress from their starting points and are well prepared for their next stages in learning.

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need to do better?

n Leaders of the setting are very knowledgeable and experienced practitioners. They lead by example, offering extensive training and advice to help improve practice. Systems for monitoring and development are firmly embedded. Leaders are highly reflective. They always strive to make improvements in the way they work. This enables staff to become the best they can be for the children in their care. n Staff help children to learn through their interests and with each other. For example, children use resources they find to construct a campfire. They pretend to toast marshmallows by placing cotton reels on straws. Staff engage children through discussion. They help children to learn from each other by watching what their friends do and commenting on the ideas they have. Staff help children to clarify their thinking, which keeps children focused. n Staff ask children questions to check what they have previously learned. For

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example, children discuss how to make the colour purple by mixing red and blue. Children remember they cannot make red as it is a primary colour. However, staff do not extend children's ideas and thoughts so they are able to learn new concepts and extend their knowledge. n Children work together to help each other. Older children act as role models for younger children. For example, when making glittery collages, younger children

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24 March 2023 ask the older ones for help. Older children reach resources from the shelves and share their ideas. n Children feel valued. Staff listen to children's ideas and opinions. This helps to build children's self-esteem and confidence. Children play well together as they sing songs, take turns and choose books for adults to read. Children join in with the stories and act out narratives of their own. For example, children climb up high to escape 'sharks in the sea'. Friends 'jump into the water to save them' when reading books about water. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff have a good level of knowledge about how children develop. They can adapt activities so all children are included. Staff also provide opportunities to develop children's sensory skills. For example, children have scarves to hide underneath. Staff work closely with other agencies to design these opportunities

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need to do better?

for learning. This helps these children to make good progress from their starting points. n Parents speak very highly of the setting. They feel their children are safe and well cared for. Parents are aware of the activities their children take part in during the day. They enjoy receiving photos as they can see their child is happy. However, more information about what their children are learning and how they can support them at home would help parents to be more involved in their children's development.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Leaders and staff have detailed knowledge about how to keep children safe. They are aware of local and national issues and what makes children vulnerable or at risk from harm. Training is comprehensive and well understood. Staff can apply knowledge to scenarios and understand how to report concerns. Staff have a broad knowledge of safeguarding issues. This includes grooming, county lines, online safety and the 'Prevent' duty. Leaders are aware of safer recruitment processes and ensure the ongoing suitability of staff. Risk assessments ensure the setting is safe and any issues are actioned quickly.

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should:

n provide parents with information about what children are learning and how they can help children learn at home n improve how staff use questioning and discussion to promote children's learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2618241 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10264525 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 30 Number of children on roll 45 Name of registered person Our Monkey Club C.I.C.

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reference number

Telephone number 07803067266 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Our Monkey Club C.I.C registered in 2020 and is in Swadlincote. The setting employs seven members of childcare staff. Of these, five hold appropriate early years qualifications, including one at level 6. The setting opens from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday all year round. The setting 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 nursery 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 director and the inspector discussed how the curriculum supports children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with the staff, children, parents and directors during the inspection. n The director and inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector held discussions with the manager. n The inspector reviewed a sample of documentation, including the suitability of staff and first-aid qualifications.

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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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