Busy Bunnies Day Nursery

Inspection of Busy Bunnies Day Nursery 39 Thornsett, Birch Vale, High Peak, Derbyshire SK22 1AZ

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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 Inadequate

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The provision is good

Staff provide a warm and inviting environment which children are keen to explore. They build positive and supportive relationships so that children settle quickly and feel happy and secure. Children are encouraged to be independent, motivated and enthusiastic learners. They display good levels of engagement as they take part in a rich variety of activities and experiences. For example, younger children delight in role-play games with the dolls. They talk to staff about the 'poorly babies', using the resources to pretend to administer medicine and injections. They point to where the baby has a bump and place plasters on the dolls to make them better. Staff carefully model language to develop children's vocabulary.

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The provision is good

Staff are positive role models and gently support children to share and take turns during play. Children show respect for one another. They demonstrate good manners at mealtimes, saying 'please' and 'thank you' as staff ask questions and pass around food bowls. Children benefit from regular opportunities to get fresh air and engage in physical play outside. This supports children's health and well-being. Staff consistently promote good hygiene routines so that children quickly learn the importance of handwashing and wiping their noses. Children proudly demonstrate how to brush their teeth and talk confidently about why they need to look after their teeth.

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need to do better?

n The manager has worked hard to implement changes since the last inspection. She fully involves staff in decision-making. Together, they plan an exciting and ambitious curriculum that supports all children to make progress and reach their potential. Effective systems are in place to support and coach staff, which enables them to reflect on and develop their practice. n Staff are responsive to children's interests, which helps children to sustain their engagement in activities. For example, during a role-play activity, older children start making slings to carry dolls on their backs and begin to balance bowls on their heads. Staff recognise that children are role playing a book they have recently enjoyed. They work with the children to extend the story further by encouraging them to sort, count and group wooden fruits. n Children are encouraged to make their own choices and develop their independence skills. For example, when playing outside, children confidently

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indicate when they are ready to move on and which activity they would like to do. They freely explore the resources and materials provided. Children show delight when experimenting with scissors and glue. They clearly communicate their intentions and proudly show their creations to others. Staff promote children's positive self-esteem by giving them lots of praise and encouragement. n Staff plan activities that build on children's previous learning and skills and

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6 June 2023 introduce them to new experiences. For example, after listening to the story of 'The Tiger Who Came to Tea', children engage well in a discussion about the main events and characters. They are keen to practise their pouring skills, using a teapot. They use their sense of smell to describe the tea and exclaim with surprise, 'This tea smells like my toothpaste!' However, staff sometimes lack consistency in managing children's behaviour during group activities. n Staff provide children with meaningful opportunities to broaden their awareness of the wider world. Planned outings enable children to gain an insight into different cultures and celebrations. For example, during a visit to Chinatown, children experience the sights and sounds of a large city, taste different foods, meet members of the local community and learn how to use chopsticks. n Babies show delight as they handle musical instruments and bounce up and

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down during singing time. Staff are attentive to their needs and encourage babies to make their own choices. However, when babies occasionally lose interest in group activities, staff do not always follow their lead or support them to re-engage with the group when they are ready. n Staff establish effective partnerships with parents. Parents say that staff help to prepare children well for school. They receive regular information about children's care and learning. Staff share ideas and provide a wealth of activities that parents can try at home to support their child's learning. This helps to improve outcomes for children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Staff have a secure understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of abuse or significant harm. All members of staff understand safeguarding procedures and know how to escalate any concerns to the appropriate agency. The manager ensures that child protection is regularly discussed with the team, and staff have access to continuous training to refresh their knowledge and understanding. Staff carry out daily safety checks of play areas and equipment. They support children to understand how to keep themselves safe, such as when using scissors during activities and handling knives to cut their food. Children's safety and well-being are given high priority.

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should:

n support staff to implement consistent strategies to help children to regulate their behaviour and emotions n develop the organisation of group activities in the baby room to ensure that all children are well supported and able to gain the most from the activities provided.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY455536 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 10271252 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 37 Number of children on roll 44 Name of registered person Busy Bunnies Day Nursery Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01663747350 Date of previous inspection 8 December 2022

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Information about this early years setting

Busy Bunnies Day Nursery registered in 2016 and is based in High Peak, Derbyshire. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, all year round, except for one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7am to 6pm. The nursery employs 10 members of childcare staff. Of these, two hold early years qualifications at level 6, four are qualified at level 3, one is qualified at level 2 and three are unqualified. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 nursery. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to children to find out about their time at the nursery. n The inspector spoke with staff at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector carried out two joint observations of group activities with the manager. n Parents shared their views of the nursery with the inspector. n The inspector held discussions with the manager. She reviewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery. n The manager and the inspector had a learning walk together and discussed the learning intentions for children and how the environment is arranged.

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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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