Twinkles Preschool

Inspection of Twinkles Preschool Holy Family Church Hall, Palmer Avenue, Gravesend, Kent DA12 5NQ

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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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy and secure at this pre-school. The staff team has developed warm and welcoming relationships with the children, which help to build children's self-esteem. Children are confident and show excitement as they anticipate what staff are going to set up next.

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The provision is good

Staff set up the indoor and outside environment to provide a range of activities well. They carefully consider what it is that they want children to learn. Children explore as they independently select what they would like to play with.

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The provision is good

Staff promote children's interest in books and stories effectively. They include books that link to the learning focus as they set activities. For instance, children explore model dinosaurs and gain a deep understanding of dinosaurs as they explore books and stories about them. They learn the different names for dinosaurs and what they prefer to eat.

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The provision is good

Staff teach children good manners and how to share and take turns with their friends. Children, generally, behave well as staff give gentle reminders to support children's understanding of the safety rules, such as 'no running inside'.

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need to do better?

n Staff regularly monitor the progress of their key children and plan appropriate activities that are based on children's interests to address gaps in their learning. This helps to ensure that children make good progress. However, sometimes, staff do not prepare children well for changes in routine. As a result, they disengage or show reluctance to move on. n Children benefit from the focus that staff place on their communication and language skills, particularly for the children who speak English as an additional language. Staff narrate as children play, and staff clearly emphasise key words in their interactions. This helps children's understanding and speaking skills. n The manager uses additional funding well to ensure that children have rich experiences that enhance their learning. For example, they access music and dance workshops taught by outside agencies. These help children to make good progress in their physical skills, develop their listening skills, confidence and

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social interactions. n Children gain the knowledge and the skills they need to prepare them for their next stage of education. They become increasingly independent in managing their personal care routines and hygiene practices. Children can put on their own shoes, help themselves to their drink when they need it and thoroughly enjoy washing up their own cup after lunchtime. n Children learn to understand the importance of oral hygiene and a healthy diet.

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need to do better?

18 July 2023 They have opportunities to practise brushing teeth correctly through their role play and exploration. During snack and mealtimes, they taste a range of healthy fruits and enjoy the nutritious meals that staff provide. This supports children to learn and develop healthy lifestyles. n Parents speak highly of the pre-school. They comment on how well the staff know their children. Staff keep parents informed about their children's progress through an online monitoring app. However, systems are not consistently in place for staff to share day-to-day information about children's experiences to enable parents to support their children effectively and to understand about their children's day. n Staff work closely with other professionals to ensure that children receive the specialist help or support that they require. All children receive the help and support they need to make good progress from their starting points.

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need to do better?

n The manager is passionate and enthusiastic. Regular evaluation and effective team working contribute to a generally well-organised provision. Staff have good opportunities for professional development. They access a wide range of training topics and receive support from the manager.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager and staff understand their responsibility to keep children safe and protect their welfare. They are aware of the possible signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm. Staff are confident in reporting any concerns that may arise, including when allegations are made against themselves and colleagues. During the session, staff deploy themselves effectively to ensure that they supervise children well. The setting follows safer recruitment practices to ensure that the staff who directly work with the children are suitable to do so.

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should:

n strengthen the organisation of routine changes to ensure that children are well prepared for what is happening next and transition through activities with minimal disruption to their learning n enhance the information given to parents about their children's experiences during each session to help them support children and understand about their day.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY497202 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10301716 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

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

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inspection

Total number of places 25 Number of children on roll 29 Name of registered person Olaniyan, Juliet Abosede

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reference number

Telephone number 07896273580 Date of previous inspection 31 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Twinkles Preschool registered in 2016. The pre-school employs eight members of childcare staff. Of these, the manager holds qualified teacher status, one member of staff holds a level 6, two members of staff hold a qualification at level 3 and one member of staff holds a qualification at level 2. The pre-school opens from Monday to Thursday, during term-time only. Sessions are from 9am to 12.45pm. The pre- school 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 the inspector conducted a learning walk together and discussed the early years foundation stage curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection. 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 the staff.

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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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