Rainbow Pre-School

Inspection of Rainbow Pre-School Rainbow Pre School, Barrington Road, CRAWLEY, West Sussex RH10 6DG

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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 when they arrive and are welcomed into the pre-school by the warm and caring staff. They separate from their parents with confidence. Children who are new to the setting settle quickly because the staff support them well. They read books, play games and cuddle children who are away from a parent for the first time. This ensures that children quickly learn that they are safe and secure in the environment. Staff ensure that there are a wide variety of activities for children to choose from. They find out about children's interests before they start at the pre-school, such as by gathering details from parents, and use this information to plan a range of stimulating activities. This helps children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to make the best possible progress and gain valuable skills in preparation for the next stage in their learning.

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The provision is good

Staff have high expectations for children and are excellent role models. They speak very respectfully to children and consider their feelings and opinions. Consequently, children demonstrate kindness to one another. They look after resources and are keen to help the staff tidy away toys and complete small tasks, such as handing out lunch boxes to their friends. Children demonstrate their strong bonds with the staff and clearly enjoy being with them.

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need to do better?

n A key strength of the pre-school is the provision for children with SEND. The managers and the special educational needs coordinator work very closely with parents and other professionals to support children's individual needs. Practitioners work to identify and close any gaps in children's learning and development. Parents tell the inspector that they are thrilled with the progress their children have made and are grateful for the daily updates they receive. n Overall, teaching is good, and all children benefit from a well-sequenced curriculum. However, there are times during some adult-led activities when the activity is pitched at too high a level, so some children lose focus because they do not understand what is being asked of them. Consequently, some children do not consistently have the same learning experiences as others. n Children develop a love of books as they listen to familiar stories. They progress

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with their vocabulary and imaginary skills well. Highly skilled staff model language in an exciting way when telling stories. Children are transfixed and are keen to contribute. 'Oh, I love this book!' they exclaim with excitement. Children with SEND are given props for the story of 'The Three Little Pigs'. They enjoy building small houses and smile when they find 'the big, bad wolf'. n Staff know the children well. They skilfully plan for future learning based on children's existing knowledge. They have identified some gaps in children's learning as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, there has

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need to do better?

5 September 2023 been a focus on supporting children in their emerging language and social interactions. Staff have prioritised activities that promote sharing and turn- taking. They encourage discussions, singing, rhymes and storytelling, all of which expose children to new words. n Partnership with parents is strong. Parents speak very highly of the pre-school and comment that they feel their children are in a safe and warm environment. They mention that communication is very good and that they look forward to the daily updates. Parents say that the staff are knowledgeable and friendly and that their children are excited to attend the pre-school. They say they feel 'lucky for the experiences' that their children have at the pre-school. n Overall, children's engagement is high at the pre-school. However, at times, staff do not use daily activities, such as the snack time routine, to talk about food choices or engage children in conversation. Children have plenty of

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opportunities for fresh air and physical exercise. They have good coordination and are very physically able. Children kick and throw balls and negotiate large play equipment with ease. They use large bubble wands to make circles in the air. 'Wow! Did you see that one!' they exclaim.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Staff are familiar with the signs that indicate that a child might be at risk from harm. They know the signs that might suggest a child is being exposed to extreme views and behaviours or might have witnessed domestic abuse. Managers ensure that staff know the correct procedure to follow should there be concerns about the behaviour of a colleague. Staff have stringent procedures in place to ensure that adults collecting children are known to the staff. The premises are checked daily to ensure that any hazards that would put children at risk of injury are removed.

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should:

n adapt adult-led activities to ensure that they are pitched at the right level so all children fully engage and benefit from the learning opportunities n support staff to enhance interactions with children at snack time to further support children's learning and development.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY410705 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10301643 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 32 Number of children on roll 50 Name of registered person Rainbow Pre-School Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 01293 427 180 Date of previous inspection 23 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Rainbow Pre-School registered in 2010 and is managed by a voluntary management committee. It operates from the grounds of Southgate Primary School in Crawley, West Sussex. The setting is open Monday to Friday, from 8.30am to 3.30pm, during school term times. There are seven members of staff, five of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The setting receives funding for free early education for children aged three and four years.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the pre-school 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 pre-school. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want children to learn. n The inspector talked to staff, parents and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. 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 looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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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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