Beansprouts

Inspection of Beansprouts 2a British Road, Bristol BS3 3BW

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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 Not applicable

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The provision is good

Children and their families are warmly welcomed into this friendly, home-from- home setting. Staff are kind and attentive. They spend time helping children settle and feel secure in the setting. This helps children to form secure attachments with their key person. Staff support the children to understand their emotions.

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The provision is good

Children recognise and name different feelings, such as through group time. When asked how to help a familiar toy to feel happy, children offered a hug or to share their toys. Children learn about consent and the right to say 'no' from an early age. Staff model asking for consent to the children when offering physical comfort.

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The provision is good

Leaders have developed a calm and nurturing environment for the children to explore. Children have the opportunity to explore the local area most days. Visits match children's interests and preferences. For example, the children's fascination in trains led to a group visit to the local train station. Children are often given the chance to vote on where they would like to go. Children are independent within the nursery. For example, they learn to use cutlery at lunchtime and clean their own faces after eating. Children put on their own shoes by themselves. They select resources and are able to choose whether they would like to play inside or outside. This prepares children for their next stage of learning.

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need to do better?

n Leaders have a clear and ambitious vision for what they want children to learn. The curriculum is designed to help children make sense of the world around them, and staff are attuned to children's individual learning needs, using children's interests as a starting point. As the setting continues its journey of curriculum development, there is scope to refine and embed this intent further to ensure a consistently well-sequenced approach across all areas of learning. n Staff know their key children well and speak knowledgeably about each child's unique character, celebrating their individuality. They track the progress children make and actively plan for their next steps. Staff confidently prepare children for their transitions to pre-school settings. n Staff have high expectations of behaviour. Children behave well while in the nursery. Staff model positive behaviour to support children in making positive

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choices. n Children are developing a love of books and stories. Staff enthusiastically read with children. They talk about the pictures, check understanding and link what they are reading to the children's own experiences. The wide variety of books on offer to the children supports the introduction of new vocabulary and concepts. n Staff support children to develop their communication and language skills. They are constantly engaging with children throughout the day. Staff narrate play and

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need to do better?

7 April 2025 extend language whenever possible. n Staff feel well supported in their roles, with regular team meetings providing space to share information and think collaboratively. Leaders prioritise staff well- being and actively support their development by sharing new learning and training opportunities. This contributes to high morale across the team. n The nursery has strong partnerships with parents. Parents comment that their children feel safe in the setting. They are happy with the range of learning opportunities available to their children. Parents can get to know each other through social events organised by the nursery.

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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 refine the curriculum intent further to ensure a consistent approach across all areas of learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2724823 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10394471 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 18 Number of children on roll 19 Name of registered person Izzard, Bethany

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reference number

Telephone number 07476 988275 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Beansprouts registered in 2023. It is situated in Bristol. The nursery opens Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm, all year round, with the exception of bank holidays. The provider employs six members of staff, five of whom hold a level 3 early years qualification and above. The nursery is in receipt of early years government funding.

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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 the children to learn. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the manager about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector and the manager carried out a joint observation of a communication and language activity. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector in person and via emails sent to the setting.

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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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