Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells

Inspection of Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells 15 - 17 Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge wells TN1 2DU

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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

Children arrive happy and leave their parents with ease. They show that they have developed secure attachments to their key person, who knows them well. Children enjoy the variety of engaging activities available to them. For instance, babies delight in discovering the garden. They take safe risks as they navigate the environment and explore various ways their bodies can move. Older children enjoy engaging in role-play activities, such as setting the table for dinner and pretending to cook for their friends.

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The provision is good

The curriculum is well designed. Staff have a good understanding of what they are teaching and why. The curriculum emphasises the importance of children developing a strong foundation in personal, social and emotional development as well as communication skills. All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are making good levels of progress from their starting points.

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The provision is good

Children behave well and staff consistently apply behaviour management techniques. They are clear about how they expect children to manage conflict and treat each other with kindness. For instance, in the pre-school room, staff members will ensure their expectations are met by reinforcing the behaviour they want to see. Babies are supported to start to learn basic social skills. For instance, staff praise younger children for their gentleness and consistently remind them to use 'kind hands'.

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n Leaders maintain effective oversight of the setting. The manager is passionate about developing secure relationships with parents and promoting the staff's well-being. Furthermore, the nominated individual takes effective action to address any concerns in order to promote children's safety. For example, during the inspection he took immediate steps to ensure that the security of the premises is robust. n Staff gather and make good use of information from parents to help children to settle. Parents and staff exchange information about children's development electronically and also verbally at drop-off and collection times. This helps to keep parents well informed about their children's progress and the ways in which learning can be further supported at home. n There is a strong focus in the baby and toddler room on developing children's communication skills. Staff consistently sing to children as they play. For

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instance, as children investigate the water tray, staff scoop up water to simulate rainfall while singing, 'It's raining, it's pouring'. The staff position themselves well so children can see their faces and lips during communication. In the pre-school

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29 July 2024 room, staff also hold lively conversations with children and read to them every day. However, story times often take place at busy times, such as when staff prepare for lunch. Children find it difficult to listen due to the surrounding noise and are often interrupted. These disruptions do not support children to develop a love for stories, or further support their communication skills. n Outdoor opportunities promote exploration and the development of children's gross motor skills. For instance, toddlers scoot themselves along on tricycles and explore miniature climbing structures. They take suitable risks under the supervision and encouragement of staff. Inside, babies delight in experimenting with paint using various tools, such as sponges and brushes. Meanwhile, older children take pleasure in discovering shapes on light boxes and building with wooden blocks to develop their fine motor skills and coordination.

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n Staff feel well supported and content in their roles. They have regular opportunities to engage in one-to-one conversations with managers to discuss their well-being and the children in their care. However, some weaknesses in staff practice remain unaddressed. For instance, during mealtimes, staff do not organise themselves effectively or communicate among each other, resulting in children being left waiting for extended periods. n Children with SEND are well supported by the knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator. She is passionate about her role and committed to making a positive difference to children's lives. She works effectively with parents, staff and professionals to support the best outcomes for children. n Staff ensure that every child is valued and their unique differences respected. During initial visits, staff gather essential information about children's faiths, cultures and religions, enabling these aspects to be celebrated and shared

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among their peers. For instance, children take part in activities to learn about various significant festivals, such as Eid and Christmas.

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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 strengthen staff's understanding of how to support children to develop a love of books n enhance staff supervision and provide targeted support for individual staff members to precisely address minor inconsistencies in their practice.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2745213 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10358125 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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Total number of places 64 Number of children on roll 100 Name of registered person FLYING FAIRIES DAY CARE NURSERY LTD

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reference number

Telephone number 01892337000 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Banana Moon Day Nursery Tunbridge Wells registered in 2023 and is based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The nursery employs eight members of staff, six of whom hold qualifications at level 3 and above. It is open from 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, apart from Christmas when it is closed for one week. The nursery receives funding for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the provider. 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 spoke with the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector carried out joint observations of group activities with the manager. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the

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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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