Oldland Preschool

Inspection of Oldland Preschool The Terrapins, 10 School Road, Oldland Common, Bristol, South Gloucestershire BS30 6PH

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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

Staff provide children with a calm and nurturing place to learn. They focus on ensuring that children feel safe and secure. Children have strong relationships with their key persons and peers. They freely explore the stimulating environment and make choices about what they want to do. Staff build children's confidence and self-esteem. They continuously praise the children and celebrate their achievements.

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The provision is good

Staff have a clear intent for children's learning. They focus on developing children's independence and social skills. Children find their coats and shoes when it is time to go outside. Staff offer support to the younger children by showing them how to put their coats on using the 'magic coat' method. They help the children put on their shoes, encouraging them to try to carry out certain stages themselves. This ensures that children develop a 'can-do' attitude and a willingness to give it a go.

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The provision is good

Children benefit from getting out in the community. They visit the local care homes and businesses with staff. Staff focus on developing the children's confidence in new environments. They have discussions with the children about past experiences and help them to overcome their fears. For example, children visit the dentist and hairdressers, where they gain knowledge and understanding of what happens in these places. This widens children's knowledge of the world around them and strengthens their social skills.

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need to do better?

n Staff promote inclusion well. For example, children create their name pegs and have photos of their families on the wall. They have discussions about the similarities and differences between their families. Children learn about different cultures and beliefs. Staff gain key words in children's home languages, which they use when interacting with the children. This enhances children's self identity and develops a sense of belonging. n Children understand the importance of good hygiene practices and routines. They talk about why it is important to brush their teeth, to remove all the germs. Children discuss what germs might look like and identify that they 'can't see the germs because they are so tiny'. Children wipe their noses and place the tissue in the bin. They wash their hands, which helps to reduce the risk of germs and illness spreading. n Staff collect important information about the child during settling-in sessions.

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They gain an understanding of the children's routines, likes and dislikes, and an overview of their current development. Staff observe the children during their play to identify the children's next stages of learning. They plan activities based on the children's interests and interact with them to extend their knowledge

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28 September 2023 beyond what they already know. Children show clear progress from their starting points. n Children confidently talk to their friends and visitors. Staff read the children stories and sing familiar nursery rhymes to support their communication skills. At circle time, children talk in large groups and can retell the key moments of a story. However, at times, some staff do not use the correct pronunciations of words or introduce new vocabulary to enable children to further develop their language skills. n Parents speak highly of the manager and her team. They state that the pre- school offers a personal touch and staff take time to get to know the children. Parents receive detailed feedback about their child's developmental progress. They get regular newsletters and emails about current learning themes and upcoming events. Staff provide parents with a wide range of support and guidance, such as how to manage potty training, fussy eating, and children's

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need to do better?

behaviour. n Children behave well. They know and follow the rules and boundaries of the setting. Children understand how their actions may hurt others. They have discussions about how they are feeling and how others might be feeling. Children manage and resolve conflicts well. Staff and older children act as positive role models for the younger ones. Children share their toys and use their manners, which is highly praised by staff. n Staff make adjustments to the routines and provide small group activities for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities that support them in their learning. Staff identify children who require additional help and put strategies in place to support them. However, staff do not always use these strategies consistently to support them to make the best possible progress.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager and staff are clear about their roles and responsibilities to safeguard children. They understand the importance of keeping a record and reporting any concerns about a child to the local authority. Staff can identify the different signs and symptoms of abuse. They know the procedures to follow should they have concerns about a staff member. The management team follows safer recruitment procedures to ensure that all staff working with children are safe to do so. The management team conducts regular risk assessments of the building to ensure it is safe for children and staff.

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should:

n support staff to model language consistently, to help young children learn new

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should:

28 September 2023 vocabulary and use the correct pronunciation of words n ensure that staff provide more consistent support to those children who need extra help, to enable them to achieve the best they can.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2629059 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 10308614 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 40 Number of children on roll 53 Name of registered person Oldland Preschool CIO

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reference number

Telephone number 0117 9328411 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Oldland Preschool registered in 2021 and is situated in Oldland Common, near Bristol. The pre-school is open during school term times, from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8am to 3.30pm on Fridays. The pre-school committee employs 12 members of staff. The manager holds an early years qualification at level 6, one member of staff holds an early years qualification at level 4, five hold qualifications at level 3 and one holds a qualification at level 2. The pre-school receives funding for the provision of free early education for three- and four-year- old children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the pre-school since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the manager and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provision. n The inspector and the manager completed a learning walk and discussed the provision and the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of teaching during both indoor and outdoor play and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection and completed a joint observation with the manager. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager to discuss how they self- evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff to work with children. n The inspector spoke to a small number of parents during the inspection and took account of written testimonials.

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n Children spoke to and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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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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