Burton on the Wolds Playgroup

Inspection of Burton on the Wolds Playgroup The Village Hall, Loughborough Road, Burton-on-the-Wolds, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 5AF

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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 welcomed warmly by enthusiastic staff at the safe and nurturing playgroup. They quickly settle with an activity of their choosing. Children are supported by staff to explore play dough. They exclaim, 'I'm making a person,' as they manipulate the dough. Staff encourage children to estimate as they compare the size and length of pipe cleaners they are using for the person's legs. Asking questions such as 'I wonder what we could use to make it shorter?' Children fetch scissors and are supported to use their small-muscle skills to cut the pipe cleaners to size.

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The provision is good

Staff help children to develop their balance and large muscles as they scramble up climbing apparatus outdoors. Children are given praise and encouragement as they develop their skills. Children work in harmony as they carefully balance on stepping stones. Staff encourage children as they say, 'Good jumping!' Children exclaim, 'I can run along them,' as they confidently balance and run along the apparatus.

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The provision is good

Staff enthusiastically encourage children to join in with familiar songs. Children are helped to recall the words and actions of each song. They joyfully sing and use their bodies to move in time to the songs. Children are encouraged to use shakers they have made to make rhythmical sounds as they sing.

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need to do better?

n The manager and her staff ensure that the programme of learning they have created builds on children's existing knowledge. Staff have a good understanding of each child's learning needs. They use what they know about each child to help them flourish in their learning. n Parents are highly complimentary about the playgroup. They comment that the 'energetic and supportive' staff team go above and beyond to help children settle and blossom. Regular open days encourage parents to be part of playgroup life. At the time of the inspection, the playgroup was hosting an open morning for parents and carers. They joined in with activities and singing during group time. n The manager and her staff have implemented routines into the playgroup day that help children to understand the transitions from one activity to another. A 'rolling' snack time has been introduced to allow children to engage in snack when they are ready. Visual timetables are also used to help all children to

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understand what is happening 'now and next'. However, at times, children are interrupted as they are called over by staff to engage in snack time. This disrupts their learning as children lose attention and become less engaged in their play. n The manager is highly passionate and constantly reflects on the provision, using

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need to do better?

4 October 2023 action plans to help to improve children's and parents' experiences of playgroup life. Staff have regular supervisions and speak positively about the support they get. They feel valued and appreciated. Staff undertake regular training and newer staff members receive mentoring to help them to settle into their role and deepen their early years knowledge n The manager and her staff have identified gaps in children's learning following the COVID-19 pandemic. They ensure that children receive extra support in the development of their communication and language. However, during routine daily activities, such as lunchtimes, staff often stand over children rather than sitting with them. This means that communication and language is not fully supported during these times. n The dedicated and passionate special educational needs and disabilities coordinator (SENDCo,) works closely with parents and other professionals to

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ensure swift and effective support to meet children's needs. This means that all children can access the curriculum and make good progress in their development. n Children are encouraged to be independent at playgroup. They select their own activities and resources during the day. Children are encouraged to serve their own snack, pour drinks, wipe their own nose and sanitise their hands afterwards. This builds some of the skills required for the next stage in their learning. n The staff team are effective in helping to build children's emotional resilience. They are warm and attentive to the children's needs. Children are warmly praised when they display positive behaviour, such as sharing and learning to take turns during group times.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager ensures that all staff have a secure knowledge of safeguarding children effectively. Staff complete safeguarding training regularly. They discuss safeguarding matters in staff meetings and on a weekly basis. Staff have a good knowledge and can identify the signs and symptoms which may indicate a child is at risk of abuse. The manager and her staff ensure that the premises are safe and secure. Risk assessments are completed regularly and any hazards in the environment or resources are swiftly minimised. There is a robust recruitment and vetting procedure to ensure that those working with children are suitable.

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should:

n improve how staff manage routines, to minimise disruption to children's engagement in their learning and play

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should:

4 October 2023 n enhance staff interactions with children during routine activities so that children's communication and language development is continually promoted.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 226261 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 10300947 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Sessional day care

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Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 24

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Name of registered person

Burton-on-the Wolds Pre-School Playgroup Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 07528657859 Date of previous inspection 18 January 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Burton on the Wolds Playgroup has been operating since 1970 and is situated in the village of Burton-on-the Wolds, Leicestershire. The playgroup employs seven members of childcare staff. Of these, four members of staff hold qualified teacher status and two members of staff hold level 3 qualifications. The playgroup opens from Monday to Friday, during term time. The playgroup 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 joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about the curriculum and what they want the children to learn. n Children spoke to and communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual/registered individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n The SENDCo spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. 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.

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n The inspector carried out a joint observation of a communication and language activity with the manager. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. 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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