Bumbles Old Swan

Inspection of Bumbles Old Swan 41 Derby Lane, LIVERPOOL L13 6QA

p.1

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

p.1

The provision is good

Children are happy and well settled at the nursery. Staff get to know children well and have a good understanding of their needs and interests. New babies are sensitively cuddled and reassured to help them feel safe and promote their emotional well-being. Staff teach children about the importance of sharing and provide opportunities for them to take turns. When disagreements happen, staff gently intervene and help children to understand expected behaviours. Children behave well and are learning about what is right and wrong.

p.2

The provision is good

Staff provide a broad curriculum that is adapted well to meet children's individual needs. High priority is placed on communication and language development. Staff engage children in conversations to help them practise their speaking skills. They introduce new words and rhymes and encourage children to copy. Children are beginning to learn some sign language. They remember how to sign 'boat' and use it in their play. This is particularly helpful for those children who speak English as an additional language and those who do not communicate verbally. Children are prepared for the next stage in their learning.

p.2

need to do better?

n Leaders have a good understanding of the different things they want children to learn. They plan an ambitious curriculum that considers what children already know and can do. However, the implementation of whole group activities is not well thought out. Often, groups sizes are too big which means not everyone can be involved. Some children struggle with the noise levels of larger groups which hinders their concentration. This does not help all children to engage well and get the best from these learning experiences. n The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective. Staff recognise when children are at risk of falling behind and seek additional support from leaders. Children benefit from targeted support to help address gaps in learning. Leaders have links with outside professionals and make timely referrals when necessary. This helps to ensure all children make

p.2

need to do better?

progress from their individual starting points. n Overall, the nursery routines are well-embedded. Children respond to non-verbal cues, such as 'the tidy up bell' and know what is happening now and next. However, some transition times are unorganised and too long. For instance, children wait for long periods at nappy changing time and when they are getting ready to play outside. Consequently, children become fractious and unsettled as they are not engaged in purposeful play and learning. n Literacy development is well promoted. Older children learn to recreate familiar stories using pictures. They skilfully recall key parts of the story and put them into the correct order. Children learn to hold pencils correctly and begin to form

p.2

need to do better?

29 January 2025 some recognisable letters. Younger children take part in dough activities to strengthen their hand muscles in preparation for early mark making. Children are developing some of the skills they need for school. n The key-person system is well embedded. Staff get to know all children and the 'buddy system' works effectively. During periods of staff absence, remaining staff have a clear understanding of how to support children's care and learning needs. This ensures that children feel emotionally secure, and their learning is consistently promoted. n Children have daily access to the well-equipped outdoor area. They use the equipment with confidence and manage risk safely. Children balance on tyres showing good levels of control. They use the climbing wall with determination eagerly navigating to the top without support. Children demonstrate good physical strength and agility which contributes to their overall good health.

p.2

need to do better?

n Parents are happy with the quality of care provided. They receive information about children's development and how this can be extended at home. Parents are kept updated of staffing changes and always know who their child's key person is. Parents of children with SEND feel supported with referrals and liaisons with outside professionals. This helps to provide continuity in children's care and learning. n The dedicated leadership team are passionate about providing high-quality care and education for children. They have introduced more consistent procedures to support staff development. However, these are not yet fully embedded. Staff have a thorough induction, supervision meetings and some training to help them fulfil their roles. However, performance feedback and professional development opportunities are not yet targeted specifically enough on staff's individual areas for development. Consequently, there are inconsistencies in the quality of

p.3

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

p.3

should:

n review the implementation of group activities to help all children engage and get the most from the learning experience n support staff to implement more effective transitions between routine changes to prevent children from becoming unsettled n strengthen the procedures for staff professional development to provide more consistency in the quality of education across the nursery.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2818060 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 10382338 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

p.4

inspection

Total number of places 58 Number of children on roll 84 Name of registered person Kid – Zone Nursery Limited

p.4

reference number

Telephone number 01512873944 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

Bumbles Old Swan registered in 2024 and is situated in Liverpool. The nursery employs 18 members of childcare staff, 14 of who hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 and above. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 5.30pm. The nursery provides government funded places for childcare and receives specific funding for disadvantaged children

p.4

Inspection activities

n The provider and deputy manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want the children to learn. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. 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 and carers shared their views of the nursery with the inspector. n The provider showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n The inspector spoke with the provider about the leadership and management of the nursery.

p.5

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.

p.5

Inspection activities

29 January 2025 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6