Trailway Tots Preschool

Inspection of Trailway Tots Preschool Liberal Hall, 14 York Road, Broadstone, Dorset BH18 8ET

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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 experience an environment where their needs are central to the provider's approach. The provider has developed a curriculum attuned to children's interests, where staff actively play alongside them to foster engagement and learning. Children read books and select stories, and staff share in these experiences with them. Staff sit on the floor with children and they explore picture books together, discussing different aspects of the stories. This interaction helps children maintain their concentration and encourages them to share their ideas. These activities promote reading and improve children's comprehension and communication skills.

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The provision is good

Children at the pre-school are independent. Staff trust them with responsibilities, such as preparations for children's snacks. Each week, children join staff to buy fruit and vegetables from the local shop, then cut them into bite-sized pieces using appropriate cutting tools. Staff teach them to safely hold food and equipment and apply the right pressure to cut harder items. They support children in thinking through what they need for outdoor play, such as coats and wellies, giving them the time and space to get ready. This nurturing environment ensures that children arrive confident and happy, ready to engage in daily activities.

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need to do better?

n The provider has developed an ambitious curriculum that prepares children for school effectively. They collaborate with local schools to ensure that their expectations are high and supportive of children's transition to school. For instance, the provider's curriculum focuses on developing children's fine motor skills, listening and understanding skills, clear sentence formation, and social skills, such as sharing and playing with peers. n The provider supports staff in embracing an attitude of continual improvement. They accurately evaluate the quality of their teaching and learning. The provider is reflective and builds on staff strengths and passions. Staff regularly attend training and challenge themselves to support children through increased responsibility. Children benefit from staff who are confident and skilled in sustaining their concentration. n Staff develop activities that engage children's interests and provide meaningful

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opportunities for children to learn. For example, they provide children with recipe cards to reinforce the concept that print has meaning and instructions have a sequence to follow. Staff model language well and facilitate children's ideas as they fill cake moulds with a mixture of compost and sand. However, occasionally, staff do not model the learning intentions of the planned activity. Because of this, some children cannot build on what they have previously learned and make even more progress. n The key-person system is well established, with staff knowing children both

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17 December 2024 emotionally and developmentally. For example, children confidently engage in a matching game with staff, which helps them focus. Staff accurately monitor children's progress and identify next steps that will help them develop, such as building friendships and supporting their communication and language skills. They quickly identify when there are concerns in children's development, and where appropriate, they work with external agencies to secure the ongoing support they need to close gaps in their learning. n Children's behaviour is good. They respond promptly to instructions. When staff ring the bell, all children stop and listen attentively. For example, children eagerly come to the carpet for singing and story times. Staff engage children with fun songs, which reinforce the rules of the setting. This routine reinforces positive behaviour and listening skills. Children participate with enthusiasm,

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demonstrating their understanding and enjoyment of the activity. Such practices ensure a harmonious and well-managed environment, promoting effective learning and social development. n Partnerships with parents are strong. The provider regularly arranges feedback sessions to discuss children's development. They collaborate with parents to identify areas where children need additional support. For instance, when children struggle with the pronunciation of sounds, they provide parents with fun games to help them practise sounds they find tricky. Staff are approachable, professional and personable, giving parents valuable time to ensure that they have all the information they need. Parents say they 'never feel rushed'.

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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 the curriculum so that children's experiences consistently build on their previous learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY561411 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Inspection number 10368308 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 Sessional day care

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inspection

Total number of places 25 Number of children on roll 34 Name of registered person Fehrenbach, Gemma Elizabeth

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reference number

Telephone number 07585006462 Date of previous inspection 14 March 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Trailway Tots Preschool registered in 2018 and is situated in Broadstone, Poole. It operates from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. A team of seven staff work with children. Of these, one is a qualified teacher, five hold a qualification at level 3 and one is unqualified. The setting provides government funded places.

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Inspection activities

n The manager and inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the nursery and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this has on the children's learning. n The inspector and the manager carried out a joint observation of an activity. 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 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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