Woodhouse Park Family Centre

Inspection of Woodhouse Park Family Centre 7 Stoneacre Road, Wythenshawe, MANCHESTER M22 1BP

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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 Requires improvement

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The provision is good

Staff warmly welcome children into this nurturing and friendly setting. They get to know each child well and forge strong and caring relationships with them. Children arrive happy and eager to begin their day. They greet each other warmly, with smiles and welcoming hugs. Children demonstrate a positive attitude and readiness to join in with activities.

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The provision is good

Leaders and staff create an ambitious and well-structured curriculum. All children make good progress from their individual starting points in development. Staff plan activities that take children's interests into consideration. They thoughtfully set up a range of activities, designed to spark children's curiosity and support their next steps in learning. For example, children explore the characteristics of different animals while they read the story of 'Dear Zoo'. Staff support children's communication and language development well. They use thoughtful questioning, storytelling and conversations to enrich children's language experiences. Staff ensure that every child has the opportunity to become a confident communicator.

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The provision is good

Staff are positive role models. They have high expectations for children's behaviour. Children learn to share, take turns and respect others. Staff work in partnership with parents and carers well. They share strategies and offer support to children who struggle to regulate their behaviour. This consistent approach enables children to manage their feelings in a safe environment.

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need to do better?

n Environments are inclusive, and all children are prepared for their next stage in learning. Staff work with external professionals to develop targeted learning plans tailored to each child's individual needs. They plan group activities, such as 'bucket time' and intervention sessions. This ensures that all children receive appropriate support, enabling them to make the best possible progress. n Staff support children to respect their environment. They encourage and guide children to tidy up toys and materials once they have finished playing. However, at times, the noise levels within the setting become loud, which makes it difficult for children to hear and follow instructions from staff. This limits children's ability to consistently engage in their learning effectively. n Staff encourage children to develop their independence through everyday routines. For example, they encourage children to pour their own drinks at snack

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need to do better?

time. These opportunities help to build children's confidence and self-care skills. However, during planned activities, opportunities for children to develop their independence are sometimes limited. For example, staff pour water between different containers during water play activities. As a result, children do not have consistent opportunities to develop their independence skills.

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2 July 2025 n Children follow meaningful routines that promote their health and hygiene effectively. Staff encourage children to wash and dry their hands before enjoying their snack. They provide children with their own toothbrushes and implement set times during the day for children to brush their teeth. As a result, children develop positive attitudes to healthy lifestyles. n Staff listen and value children's voices. They encourage children to express their preferences and opinions in meaningful ways. For example, at story time, staff encourage children to vote for their favourite book to listen to. This supports children's understanding of democracy as they vote for their favourite stories. n Children benefit from regular trips within the local community. This supports their understanding of the world around them. For example, staff take children to visit the local farm and experience travelling on the tram network. They

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support children to learn about road safety and how to keep themselves safe when out in the community. These experiences help to prepare them for life in modern Britain. n Leaders and staff are dedicated to their roles. They consistently reflect on their practice. Staff feel well supported in their roles and have access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities. For example, recent training focused on language development has enabled staff to implement 'word wheels' in the learning environment. Staff use these resources to help create a setting rich in language. This supports children's vocabulary and communication skills effectively. n Children develop their physical skills well. They particularly enjoy their time in the garden. Children confidently ride bicycles around the track, navigating obstacles with increasing control and coordination. This allows children to develop their gross motor skills and spatial awareness.

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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 recognise the impact of noise levels on children's ability to fully engage in their learning n enhance opportunities for children to develop their independence skills further.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344017 Local authority Manchester Inspection number 10371511 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 12 Number of children on roll 8 Name of registered person Wythenshawe Community Initiative Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 0161 4980292 Date of previous inspection 30 September 2024

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Information about this early years setting

Woodhouse Park Family Centre registered in 2006 and is situated in Wythenshawe, Manchester. The setting employs four members of childcare staff. Of these, three staff hold appropriate early years qualifications at levels 2 or 3. The setting opens during term time, 9.30am to 3.30pm on Monday, and from 9.30am to 12.30pm on Tuesday to Thursday. The setting provides government-funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The manager and inspector completed a learning walk together of all areas of the setting and discussed how staff implement the curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. n The inspector spoke with staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n Parents shared their views about the setting with the inspector. n The inspector, provider and manager carried out a joint observation. n The inspector and the management team held a meeting to discuss leadership of the setting.

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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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