Early Years at Wilne House

Inspection of Early Years at Wilne House Wilne House, Millers Lane, Derby Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2NS

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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 are welcomed warmly by attentive staff who know them well, helping them feel safe, settled and valued from the moment they arrive. Staff take time to greet each child individually, using familiar routines, reassuring words and gentle interactions to ease transitions from home. As a result, children quickly develop trusting relationships and confidently explore their environment.

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The provision is good

Staff support children to display positive behaviours by creating a calm, respectful and nurturing environment. Children respond well to gentle reminders and praise. Staff talk to the children about their feelings, helping to introduce and build emotional literacy, which helps children to regulate their emotions and behaviour.

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The provision is good

All children take part in daily outings to the local park, where they have plenty of space to exercise and enjoy the fresh air. At the park, children run, climb and play ball games that help to develop their physical skills and coordination. Staff regularly take children to local shops and the pet store. These outings provide valuable opportunities for children to enjoy new experiences, explore their community and develop their understanding of the world around them. Staff value each child's identity and support them to develop an awareness of cultures and backgrounds different from their own. This inclusive approach helps children to appreciate diversity, build respect for others and develop a positive sense of who they are.

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need to do better?

n Children become deeply engaged in their play. They confidently choose their own activities or join adult-led sessions. Staff are highly skilled at recognising and building on each child's individual interests. They carefully observe what makes children excited and captures their attention. Staff use this insight to plan meaningful experiences that spark curiosity and support development. Staff join in with children's play, skilfully extend thinking and introduce new ideas in ways that feel natural and enjoyable. n Younger children have lots of fun as they excitedly take turns adding and mixing ingredients to make dough. They enjoy using their hands to add flour, and they squeal with delight as they feel the soft texture. Children squeeze, roll and pat the dough using the small muscles in their hands, which helps to develop their fine motor skills in preparation for early writing. Staff sing to the children as they

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need to do better?

play, creating a joyful atmosphere, and they hold conversations about what they are making, encouraging children's language skills. n Staff support communication and language well by creating a rich and engaging environment where children feel encouraged to express themselves. They use everyday moments and play to introduce new vocabulary, and they ask open- ended questions that invite children to think and respond. Staff listen attentively,

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need to do better?

1 July 2025 giving children time to share their ideas and stories, which helps to build confidence. However, on occasion, quieter children are sometimes overlooked by staff during larger group interactions. Therefore, they do not consistently benefit from the high-quality interactions that their more confident peers receive. n Staff encourage children's personal development. They support children to wash their hands and help to tidy away the toys. At mealtimes, children serve themselves, encouraging independence and self-care skills. However, children sometimes spend a long time waiting for their turn. As a result, not all children eat together and fully enjoy the social experience. n Children show a love of books. Pre-school children independently choose their favourite book and sit with their friends in the cosy book area. They enjoy turning the pages, looking at the pictures and sharing stories with each other.

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need to do better?

Staff bring stories to life by reading aloud with enthusiasm and expression, using different voices and gestures to capture the children's attention. n Leaders are passionate about and committed to providing the very best for all children. They regularly review progress and actively look for ways to improve. Leaders are approachable, creating a positive team where staff feel valued and encouraged. Clear systems for training, supervision and quality checks help staff to provide high-quality care and learning. n All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. Staff closely observe and respond to their individual needs. They quickly identify those children needing extra support and work with families and professionals to provide it. Additional funding is used effectively to offer targeted resources and interventions for the children it is intended for, helping to

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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 support staff to consistently include quieter children during group times, ensuring all children have regular opportunities to engage and participate fully n consider reviewing mealtime routines to reduce waiting times and support a more positive, shared dining experience for all children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2747221 Local authority Staffordshire Inspection number 10410536 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 Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 55 Number of children on roll 46 Name of registered person Early Years at Wilne House Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 01283563162 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Early Years at Wilne House registered in 2023 and is located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The setting employs nine members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at levels 2 and 3. The setting operates all year round. Sessions are available from 7.30am to 6pm. The setting provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and spoke to the inspector about their curriculum and what they want the children to learn. n The inspector spoke to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided and assessed the impact on the children's learning. n The inspector observed the quality of interactions between staff and the children. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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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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