Green Lane Pre-School 'The Annexe'

Inspection of Green Lane Pre-School 'The Annexe' 508 Green Lane, Ilford, Essex IG3 9LH

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This provision meets requirements

n Leaders explain they plan a curriculum which is focused on supporting individual children's development to ensure that they make progress as they move through the nursery. They discuss how there is a strong focus on supporting children to develop their independence and communication and language skills to support them to be ready for the next stage in learning. n Leaders describe their positive approach to managing children's behaviour. They explain staff share golden rules with children to support them to understand what is expected. Leaders discuss how staff teach children to be kind and to share. They explain that when there are disagreements between children, staff will support them to find a resolution together. n Leaders ensure that the spaces used by children are safe and well resourced. There is a large outside area for children to access with resources to support their physical development and well-being. Leaders explain they encourage

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children to take quiet time, which helps them to self-regulate if they are feeling overwhelmed. n Leaders talk about the importance of establishing good partnerships with parents. They understand the importance of ensuring that communication is clear and that staff regularly update parents regarding their child's progress. Leaders explain they invite parents and extended families to spend time in the nursery so they can see what it is like for their children. They explain how staff provide information for parents to help them to support their children to be ready for school. n Where children are identified as having special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), leaders explain that they work closely with families. They explain that staff support them to access additional support for their children to help to meet their needs at home, as well as in the nursery. n Leaders are reflective. They explain that they strive to support staff's well-being

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and encourage them to undertake additional training to support their continuing professional development. Leaders describe how they model good practice while working in the rooms to ensure consistency of quality interactions with children. They work closely with staff from the local authority and other agencies to ensure that they are able to access advice and guidance where needed.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY291991 Local authority Redbridge Inspection number 10347307 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person A.M.A.B. Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 0208 590 6126 Date of previous inspection 21 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Green Lane Pre-School 'The Annexe' registered in 2005 and is located in the London Borough of Redbridge. The nursery is open each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, for 50 weeks of the year. There are currently two staff employed at the nursery, who hold appropriate qualifications at level 3.

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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 nominated individual and director took the inspector on a tour of the nursery and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the nursery.

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24 June 2024 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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