Moat Barn Nursery

Inspection of Moat Barn Nursery Hasketon, WOODBRIDGE, Suffolk IP13 6JW

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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 Outstanding

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The provision is good

Children arrive eager to start their day. Staff make sure that the outdoor spaces are put to particularly good use in the delivery of the ambitious curriculum. They provide opportunities for younger children to explore the natural world and living things. For example, children learn how to care for the nursery's chickens, and think about the new recipes they can create using mud and herbs. Staff who lead the forest-school provision make excellent use of their skills, expertise, and the available woodland space. They inspire older children to manage tasks independently and safely. For example, children confidently explain how they keep themselves safe around the lit fire, and learn that they need to be extra cautious when they see the 'risky robin' signs.

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The provision is good

Staff place a strong emphasis on developing children's speaking and listening skills across the nursery. They share carefully selected books with the children and focus on the key words they want them to learn. This helps children to develop a stronger vocabulary as they begin to use these new words in their wider discussions.

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The provision is good

Staff are positive role models and take time to consider why children may be feeling unsettled. Children respond well to the clear boundaries and safety rules, and are keen to help with tasks such as sweeping the floor and tidying the books.

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need to do better?

n The ambitious leadership and management team has a very clear understanding of the strengths and areas for development in the nursery. It actively seeks input from others, such as the local authority and external professionals, to inform improvement plans. They lead the way in implementing new initiatives, including aspects of the forest-school approach. This results in significant benefits to the children's learning experiences. n Children are motivated by the inviting learning spaces and wide range of activities on offer. Staff understand what children are capable of as they progress in their development. They continue to embed a new curriculum, which is clear and ambitious. However, sometimes, staff do not exploit opportunities to build on children's prior knowledge and skills, as identified in their planning. n Staff provide equipment to help babies and toddlers to develop their physical strength and coordination. They celebrate with babies when they reach the top

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of the steps, which spurs them on to have another go. Staff notice when older children persevere with challenges, such as closing the latch on the gate. Again, they praise children's determination to succeed with the task, helping to strengthen their sense of achievement. n Children are encouraged to learn to take care of their personal needs. They

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need to do better?

27 June 2024 follow good hygiene routines before mealtimes, and staff help them to understand why this is important for their health. Staff are mindful to respect children's personal needs and emotional well-being when implementing care practices. For example, they respectfully ask children before they change their nappy. If children express that they want to continue their play, staff return later to change their nappy so that their learning is not interrupted. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive good levels of support. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to secure additional funding and ensure that children receive the support they need. They build secure bonds with children with SEND and respect their personal preferences. This helps children with SEND to feel reassured and comforted in new and changing situations. n Parents value the dedication of the staff and how hard they work to secure their

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children's good progress. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's nursery experiences, including their move into the next room or preparation for school. Staff make effective use of an online application to exchange information with parents and suggest ways they can extend their children's learning at home. n The passionate leadership and management team offers effective professional development for staff to help extend their skills and value their expertise. This helps staff to embrace new ideas to benefit the children and feel positive about their roles. Managers make sure that staff are deployed effectively to ensure that children experience good levels of direct support and attention.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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should:

n provide further coaching and support for staff to consistently deliver the intentions of the new curriculum and help all children to make the best possible progress.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY501515 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10343600 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 87 Number of children on roll 165 Name of registered person Moat Barn Nursery Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01473738282 Date of previous inspection 17 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Moat Barn Nursery registered in 2016 and is located in Woodbridge, Suffolk. The nursery employs 27 members of childcare staff and a chef. Of these, 26 staff hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 2 or above. All other staff are working towards appropriate early years qualifications. The nursery is open each weekday from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round. It 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 nominated individual, manager and inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the nursery and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The nursery manager and inspector jointly observed and evaluated an activity in the outdoor area. n The inspector spoke to children to find out about their time at the nursery. n Parents shared their views of the nursery with the inspector. n The inspector spoke with leaders about the leadership and management of the setting. n The nursery manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the

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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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