Nik-Naks Daycare

Inspection of Nik-Naks Daycare School Road, Bulkington, Bedworth CV12 9JB

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

Upon arrival at the nursery, staff warmly greet children, creating a welcoming environment that fosters participation and learning. Throughout the day, staff offer gentle encouragement and praise to children, which helps create a positive learning atmosphere. From the moment children join their peer groups, they are engaged and motivated to explore various enjoyable activities that have been thoughtfully prepared for them. For example, older children benefit from exploring safari animals in a muddy tuff tray, while younger children are curious and engaged in hands-on activities that support their concentration. They excitedly observe cause- and-effect concepts using large disks spinning around spinners.

p.2

The provision is good

Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour. They act as positive role models by demonstrating good manners. Staff often emphasise to children the importance of using polite language and manners in their play. Children participate in routine tasks such as wiping tables and preparing meals. This helps to build children's independence and to develop a sense of achievement.

p.2

The provision is good

Staff introduce young children to early mathematical concepts and numbers during daily activities. For example, they point at each chair and count when setting up high chairs for snacks. Young children repeat counting and happily sit for a snack. This supports young children in understanding daily routines and raising their awareness of numbers.

p.2

need to do better?

n Managers create a curriculum designed to provide children with essential skills for the next step in their education. Staff gather essential information from parents and establish clear starting points for children's learning. The curriculum includes activities that help children regulate their emotions, enhance their physical abilities, and develop their communication and language skills. n Staff use observation and assessment tools effectively to identify gaps in children's learning. They plan engaging activities across all areas of development. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive prompt interventions to ensure they make good progress in their development. Staff collaborate closely with external professionals to support these children effectively. As a result, all children make good progress in all areas of learning. n Children benefit from engaging in activities that develop their mathematical and

p.2

need to do better?

language skills. For example, children freely express their creativity by building various structures using construction straws. Staff skilfully count the sides of the shapes created by children and praise them when they form letters from their names. However, staff sometimes do not promote critical thinking skills through open-ended questions to allow children to extend their learning further.

p.2

need to do better?

24 January 2025 n Staff introduce children to songs and nursery rhymes during daily routine activities. This promotes language development and makes learning fun. For example, younger children excitedly explore items in a bag that they sing about, while older children pretend to pay for their 'current buns' at a 'bakery'. n Children develop a love for reading at a young age. Before a story session, they eagerly assist in tidying up the room to prepare for the story. Staff members engage children effectively and capture their attention by using funny facial expressions and varying tones of voice. The children actively interact with the story, pointing at pictures and shouting out key words and rhyming sentences. Staff reward the children with stickers for listening well, reinforcing positive behaviour. n Partnership with parents is effective. Parents appreciate being part of nursery life and their children's education. They praise leaders' passion and welcoming

p.2

need to do better?

nature. Parents feel informed about their children's next steps and how they can contribute to their children's learning at home. This promotes consistency in teaching, both at home and in the nursery. n Managers have a strong understanding of safeguarding protocols and established clear procedures for various scenarios that may occur. This promotes the safety and well-being of children. Managers conduct regular supervision meetings with all staff to promote their well-being and identify ways to provide support. However, they acknowledge that the team is relatively new and still in the process of adjusting. As a result, staff require additional training to enhance the quality of teaching throughout the setting.

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 continuously monitor and assess staff's teaching practice to more effectively plan for their professional development and to address any minor areas of weakness n create opportunities for children to delve deeper into topics and enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2703849 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10372360 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 50 Number of children on roll 48 Name of registered person Worrall, Nikki

p.4

reference number

Telephone number 07865501331 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

Nik-Naks Daycare registered in 2022 and is located in Bedworth, Warwickshire. Ten staff are employed to work with the children, of whom seven are qualified at level 3 or level 2. The setting is open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 5.30pm. Funded early education is provided for children.

p.4

Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. 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 and the deputy manager carried out a joint observation of a communication and language activity. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. 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.

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

24 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