Jan Pre-School and Nursery

Inspection of Jan Pre-School and Nursery 155 Vicarage Road, London E10 5DU

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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

Children are greeted warmly by their key person when they arrive at the setting. They leave their parents confidently, chatting to staff as they put their names on the board to show they are present today. When children speak more than one language, staff speak to them in their home language, which helps children and their families to feel valued in the setting.

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The provision is good

Staff have a clear understanding of the expectations for all children's development, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as they move through the setting. This results in a curriculum which ensures progression in all areas of learning as children transition between rooms. This supports children to be ready for the next stage of their education.

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The provision is good

Behaviour is managed well by staff, who encourage children to take turns. Children are reminded to use 'kind hands' and to be gentle towards their friends. This helps them to consider the impact of their behaviour on others. Older children enjoy creating an assault course using tyres and planks. When they notice that one of the gaps is too big for younger ones to safely step across, they decide to add an additional plank to make it achievable. Staff support children to traverse the course, celebrating their success as they reach the end.

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need to do better?

n The manager has worked hard to address the actions from the previous inspection and has a plan for further improvements in the future. Staff deployment is effective. The manager and deputy carry out regular observations of their new staff team and provide regular training. This supports staff to continuously develop their practice and ensures that quality is consistent throughout the setting. Staff feel that the manager cares about their well-being. They have regular opportunities to meet with the manager for supervision, as well as with colleagues during staff meetings. n Children make good progress as a result of their attendance at the setting. Early mathematics skills are encouraged throughout the day. Staff count the steps with the younger children as they climb the stairs. Older children count how many are in their line as they get ready to move between activities. Their physical development and problem-solving skills are supported by a range of

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climbing, balancing and exploratory activities in the garden, as well as activities to support their well-being, such as yoga. n Mark making using chalks on the floor in the garden and pencils at tables is encouraged. Books are provided for children to read independently or with staff in specific reading areas, both indoors and outdoors. However, opportunities to access print could be further developed if a wider range of books, including non-

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6 September 2023 fiction, was available in other areas of the environment to support children's interests. n There is an effective key-person system in place. Children seek out their key person for cuddles and reassurance if they fall over, and they quickly recover from their tumble after staff have checked they are alright. Younger children's personal care needs, such as nappy changes and feeding, are managed by their key person throughout the day. This results in children, and their parents and/or carers, developing a strong relationship with the staff who care for them and supports a sense of belonging at the setting. n At mealtimes, staff talk to children about healthy food. They provide a range of fruit and vegetables, and children are encouraged to sample them. Children talk about how the cooked carrots taste different to raw ones. Although children's independence skills are generally encouraged, at times, staff carry out tasks for

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children that they could do for themselves. For example, staff pour milk into their cups and clear the table when they have finished eating. n Parents are happy with the setting. They feel that staff are supportive and that their children have good relationships with their key person and other staff. They appreciate the regular updates they receive, both verbally when they pick up their children and throughout the day via the online app. They feel that the manager and staff are approachable if they have any questions or concerns.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager ensures that staff understand their role in keeping children safe. Staff can describe the signs which might indicate that a child is at risk of harm. They confidently explain the setting's child protection procedure for reporting a concern about a child's welfare. They describe the process they would follow, in line with the local safeguarding partnership procedure, to report a concern about a member of staff working in the setting. Risk assessments are completed daily, indoors and outdoors, to ensure that the environment is safe for children. Staff complete first- aid training and understand the importance of reporting accidents to parents should they occur.

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should:

n support staff to make better use of opportunities to allow children to further develop their independence skills n review the organisation of books to include non-fiction texts throughout the areas of learning to support children's areas of interest.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2638463 Local authority London Borough of Waltham Forest Inspection number 10284775 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 43 Number of children on roll 16 Name of registered person Jan Pre-School Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07402264190 Date of previous inspection 9 March 2023

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Information about this early years setting

Jan Pre-School and Nursery registered in 2021. The setting operates from a converted semi-detached house in Leyton, in the of London Borough of Waltham Forest. The setting operates from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, for most of the year, except for two weeks at Christmas and some bank holidays. There are 14 staff. Eight staff hold a relevant childcare qualification at level 2 or above, including the manager, who holds qualified teacher status.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want their children to learn. n Children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n Staff spoke to the inspector at appropriate times during the inspection. 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 deputy manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation during a group activity. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of 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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