Arnold Lodge Prepcare Nursery

Inspection of Arnold Lodge Prepcare Nursery 31-33 Binswood Avenue, Leamington Spa CV32 5SE

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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 in this nursery are engaged, enthusiastic and eager to join in and participate in the carefully planned activities. The staff are kind and caring. They help children make the most of their experiences by weaving in teachable moments, with a strong focus on communication and language. Staff engage children in rich, back-and-forth interactions. For example, children enjoy exploring ice that has formed overnight. Using descriptive words like 'cold' and 'slippery', staff introduce children to a wide range of vocabulary. As a result, children regularly learn new words, which helps develop their communication skills and supports them to make good progress.

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The provision is good

All children display positive behaviours, supported by clear role modelling and consistent expectations set by staff. A visual timetable is used to help all children understand the daily structure, creating a sense of predictability and security. Staff use creative strategies, such as 'magnet eyes' where children pretend to put on imaginary glasses to focus their attention. Playful games and songs help children transition smoothly between activities, making routines fun and engaging. This approach helps children feel calm, secure and ready to learn. By promoting positive behaviour and providing clear guidance, staff create a safe, nurturing environment that encourages the cooperation skills children will need for their eventual move to school.

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n The leadership team is passionate about delivering a curriculum that meets the individual needs of all children. It places a strong emphasis on staff well-being, offering ongoing support and training opportunities to ensure their success. Each room follows a well structured and engaging curriculum, with clear intentions for what children should learn and the skills they are encouraged to develop. n Partnerships with parents are a key strength of the nursery. Staff build positive, trusting relationships with families. Parents receive updates on their child's progress through daily conversations at drop-off and collection times, an online app, monthly newsletters and parent evenings. Staff offer guidance, such as support with toilet training, helping to create consistency between home and the nursery. Leaders work closely with outside agencies and provide links to support groups, offering valuable resources for parents. This collaborative approach

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helps children thrive and supports parents in their child's development. n Staff support children's understanding of shapes, patterns and numbers. Babies explore shape sorters while hearing mathematical language during play. Younger children thread pasta and circular cereal onto string, counting as they create patterns and discussing the different shapes and colours. Older children refine their skills as they recognise how many objects are in a group and count objects

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20 November 2024 such as flowers in a bunch. By including mathematics in both play and planned activities, staff help children build a strong foundation in this area of their learning. n Staff promote children's communication and language through various approaches. They model new vocabulary, narrate play and engage children in songs, rhymes, and daily stories. Older children are encouraged to discuss and explore stories, sparking thoughtful conversations. For children with less developed verbal skills, staff skilfully use signs and visual prompts to ensure inclusivity and support. These strategies create a language-rich environment, supporting children's communication skills and enabling them to succeed across the curriculum. n Children demonstrate high levels of independence and take pride in managing tasks for themselves. Pre-school children use the toilet, wash their hands and put on their own coats and hats with minimal support. They carry their food on

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trays, pour their own drinks and confidently use cutlery. After mealtimes, they scrape their plates, showcasing a strong sense of responsibility. Younger children are also encouraged to develop independence. For instance, children in the 'tweenies' room serve themselves raspberries and pour milk into their open cups. These valuable experiences help children build essential self-care skills and prepare them for their next stage of learning. n Staff create stimulating environments for play and exploration, both indoors and outdoors. This helps children develop a strong understanding of the world around them. However, there are limited opportunities for children to learn how technology works and develop essential skills to help them stay safe in the digital world. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Staff work with parents and outside agencies to ensure children receive

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need to do better?

additional help and support if they need it.

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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 even more opportunities for children to use different technology to broaden their understanding of the world around them and help them learn how to stay safe in the digital world.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539552 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10367663 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 52 Number of children on roll 46 Name of registered person Prepcare Day Nurseries Ltd.

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reference number

Telephone number 01926886003 Date of previous inspection 18 February 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Arnold Lodge Prepcare Nursery registered in 2016 and is located in Leamington Spa. It opens Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays. The nursery employs 19 members of staff. Of these, one holds qualified teacher status, three hold an early year's qualification at level 6, one at level 4, four at level 3 and three at level 2. The nursery provides government funded childcare.

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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 children to learn. n The inspector talked to staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector sampled relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery. n Several parents shared their views with the inspector during the inspection through discussions. n The manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity taking place. n The inspector observed the interactions between children and staff and evaluated the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning.

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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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