Oratory Montessori Day Nursery

Inspection of Oratory Montessori Day Nursery 10 Lower Britwell Road, Slough, Berkshire SL2 2NJ

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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 safe and happy in the care of friendly and knowledgeable staff. When they arrive, staff warmly welcome children and provide comforting support to help them feel emotionally secure as they leave their parents. After saying goodbye, and a cuddle if needed, children settle quickly into their play. Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour and encourage them to be kind and respectful to each other.

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The provision is good

Managers and staff plan a broad and balanced curriculum that is based on children's interests and what children need to learn next. The strong focus on helping children to feel socially and emotionally secure supports children's well- being very effectively. Staff know children well and build on their skills and understanding as they play. There is a consistent approach to supporting children's independence throughout the nursery. For example, children learn to use resources and put them away ready for the next person. Staff give children time and encouragement to develop their self-care skills. For example, they support children to manage toileting and dressing by themselves.

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need to do better?

n The nursery has a clear curriculum and staff plan highly motivating activities based on children's needs and interests. However, at times, large-group activities are not planned fully effectively. For example, some children find very large groups such as circle time slightly overwhelming and do not participate directly. Although staff are skilled at bringing topics to life, not all children engage during these times, meaning that they do not gain the same learning experience as others. n There are plenty of opportunities for children to do things for themselves. Children are offered opportunities to wash hands, prepare snacks, eat independently and put on and take off their shoes independently. Children make choices about where and how they play. This has a positive impact on children as it means they are beginning to take responsibility for themselves, which gives them a sense of self-worth. n Children are well supported by staff who know them well. Staff ensure children

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need to do better?

are provided with healthy meals each day, which supports dietary requirements. Older children benefit from the social experience of mealtimes. They make choices about where they sit and with whom, which gives children a good opportunity to chat with their peers. However, for babies, the mealtime routine is not planned as effectively. At times, babies wait for a long periods and become restless. n A strength of the setting is the commitment to ensure all children are included and supported. Children with special educational needs/and or disabilities

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need to do better?

10 July 2024 (SEND) receive the early help and support that they need. Staff work together with parents and other professionals to identify and target support, to help close any gaps in children's learning. Children with SEND willingly engage in the wide range of small-group sessions that staff provide. They are developing increasing confidence to engage with their peers and to seek comfort and support from staff across the nursery. n Leaders and staff build strong relationships with parents. They offer parents detailed information about their children's progress and next steps. Parents receive newsletters every term, suggestions for supporting their children at home, and electronic updates about their children's learning and development. n Leaders and managers are highly reflective. They continuously identify areas for development. They welcome support and advice. Staff are encouraged to attend regular training to develop their practice further. Their emotional well-being is

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also an important focus for the management team. It recognises staff as being the most valuable resource within the nursery. This helps to create a strong team and contributes to children benefiting from a positive start to their learning.

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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 review and improve the planning of group activities so all children can experience the same learning opportunities n strengthen the organisation of daily routines such as mealtimes so young children do not spend long periods of time waiting unnecessarily.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 105631 Local authority Slough Inspection number 10354997 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 76 Number of children on roll 102 Name of registered person L G Montessori School Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01628 665621 Date of previous inspection 14 November 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Oratory Montessori Day Nursery registered in 2000. The nursery is situated in Burnham, near Slough in Berkshire. It is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery receives funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three and four years. A team of 18 staff work with the children. Of these, 15 staff hold appropriate early years qualifications.

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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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. 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 The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. 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 Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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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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