Judy's House Ltd

Inspection of Judy's House Ltd The Orchard, 4 Deans Court Lane, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 1EE

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Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not applicable

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The provision is outstanding

Highly qualified, nurturing and dedicated staff teach and care for children. They expertly engage children, maintaining their concentration, involvement and fascination in their learning. Children joyfully explore and experiment in the mud kitchen, making a pretend chocolate cake with their friends. They excitedly mix a range of 'ingredients' they find. Staff have exceptional knowledge of how children learn and develop. They extend children's vocabulary and thinking with questions, encouraging them to remember all the cake-baking stages. Children jump and clap excitedly as they confidently explain how many 'chocolate' pieces are in their recipe, which tools they use and how long the cake will take to cook.

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The provision is outstanding

Children make excellent progress and consistently show positive attitudes in their learning. Staff are exceptional role models. They deeply engage with children throughout the day, maintaining their attention and interest. Children mirror the gentle, caring and respectful manner that staff demonstrate to them. They take turns lifting logs as they look for worms, helping each other spot creatures. Children quickly settle if things do not go as expected, and they show resilience to carry on.

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need to do better?

n The provider has developed an exceptional vision and curriculum for what it wants children to learn. It prioritises developing children's character to be confident, resilient and engaged future citizens. Staff expertly plan and adapt children's explorations of the natural environment to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving and self-challenge. Children are highly engaged and consistently apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired in the setting. n Staff build strong relationships with the children they care for. They deeply understand children's individual needs. They respond by adjusting their methods to meet children's care needs and providing them with the extra time and support required to feel secure and ready to join their friends. Children feel safe, settle quickly and are motivated to participate in the rich learning experiences staff have prepared. n Staff teaching and interactions with children are exceptional. Children learn to sit

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and listen in a group for extended periods of time, contributing ideas and working out calculations for themselves. They love using the skills and knowledge they have learned to correct staff when they pretend to make mistakes to check children's understanding. Older children accurately count and work out simple calculations, using their mathematical experiences from when they were younger. n Children's use of language is impressive. They have meaningful, sustained conversations with their friends. Children independently select non-fiction animal

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17 October 2024 guidebooks while they are in the woods. They lie in hammocks and perch on tree trunks as they discuss information about their favourite creatures, sharing pictures and asking questions. Children recall the lyrics to songs that they learn and recreate scenes from stories they have read, saying, 'We're hiding from the Gruffalo.' n Children's engagement with the outdoor environment benefits both their physical health and their motivation to learn. They are physically active, going on regular walks to the woods where they play and learn. Children use simple resources to enhance their exploration of nature. They shine torches into holes under trees and enthusiastically share their discoveries with their friends. Children observe changes in the seasons and learn about the different types of fungi that they find, saying, 'Look, a turkey tail mushroom!' They excitedly recall the toad they recently found and are highly motivated to make new discoveries.

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n Children's behaviour is excellent. They listen attentively and respond quickly to staff's instructions. They quickly arrange themselves in a circle, sitting on tree stumps, enthusiastic and ready to learn songs and share stories. Staff expertly teach children how to stay safe. Children know the risks and clearly explain these to one another and to visitors. Staff are well deployed and vigilantly monitor children's safety. n Partnerships with parents are exceptional. The provider collaborates with parents to support their child's progress, development and well-being. Children's key persons communicate with families daily to share their child's learning experiences and care information. The provider organises parents' evenings and workshops to help families understand their child's needs and how to enhance their progress. Parents express that the provider has helped them become better parents to their children. They value their partnership with the provider as a

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genuine relationship, not just a process.

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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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Setting details

Unique reference number 2693295 Local authority Dorset Inspection number 10360186 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

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

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inspection

Total number of places 37 Number of children on roll 56 Name of registered person Judy's House Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07721500399 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Judy's House Ltd registered in 2022 and is located in Wimborne, Dorset. The provider is open from 8am until 6pm on weekdays, throughout the year. The setting employs 17 staff, the majority of whom hold relevant qualifications at level 6. It offers government-funded places.

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Inspection activities

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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke to children to find out about their time at the setting. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector carried out joint observations of group activities with the manager. 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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Inspection activities

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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