Setting EY536310

Report for childcare on domestic premises

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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 Good

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The provision is good

Children are happy in the setting and demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. Staff form caring relationships and develop strong bonds with children. They know each child well and are sensitive to their individual emotional needs. Children seek reassurance from staff when needed and staff respond quickly. Staff speak to children in a kind and soothing voice. For example, during nappy changing routines, staff talk gently to children and reassure them throughout the process.

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The provision is good

Children develop their physical skills and show confidence when exploring age- appropriate risks. Outdoors, they skilfully negotiate space when using wheeled toys and enjoy walking along the log path to the willow dome. Staff provide support for children who are more cautious. They hold their hands to encourage confidence and self-esteem. Children build large-muscle strength as they take turns safely on the swing in the trampoline enclosure.

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The provision is good

Staff promote positive behaviour and help children to understand the needs of others. Older children learn to take responsibility and act as role models. At lunchtime, they demonstrate and explain how to use cutlery and scrape plates when they have finished eating. They share their knowledge with younger children and take pride in helping them to develop independence.

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n The provider is passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. She shows strong commitment to the continued development of the provision and is determined that all children, regardless of ability, are well supported to thrive. n Children access stimulating indoor and outdoor learning spaces freely and make independent choices about their play. Effective risk assessments are in place, and the premises are safe and secure. The provider ensures that pets and animals do not present a risk to children. Staff work well as a team, maintaining close supervision and communicating clearly with each other. This ensures they are fully aware of each other's responsibilities and actions throughout the day. n The provider and staff hold high expectations for every child. Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a particular strength of the setting. The provider identifies gaps in learning quickly and

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prioritises timely, effective assessments. She works in close partnership with parents and external professionals involved in children's care, learning and development, to ensure that children receive the support they need to make the best possible progress. n Staff place strong emphasis on developing children's communication and language skills. They use strategies such as simple sign language and electronic

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need to do better?

16 September 2025 communication aids to meet children's needs. Throughout the day, staff talk, sing and read to children, encouraging them to express themselves. Children, including those who speak English as an additional language, learn to communicate effectively. They build friendships and engage in imaginative play, such as offering each other, and adults, the pretend food they have made. n Parents speak highly of the setting. They explain how the provider and staff provide nurturing and caring support to their children who are always happy to attend. Parents comment they like the 'home feel of the setting' and state that they would readily recommend the setting to others. n Staff well-being is prioritised. The provider ensures that staff receive regular supervision sessions, and ongoing coaching and support to help them to fulfil their roles. Staff share ideas and have access to professional development

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opportunities, which helps them to develop and improve their knowledge and skills. They comment that they thoroughly enjoy working at the setting and feel very well supported. n The provider plans a curriculum that helps children to develop key skills and knowledge across a range of topics. Children are familiar with routines and enjoy experiences that spark awe and wonder. For example, they eagerly watch coloured lights projected on the ceiling. However, the provider does not ensure that staff consistently implement the curriculum. For example, at times, group activities are not always organised effectively, which means that some children dominate staff attention while others lose interest. As a result, not all children benefit equally from these learning opportunities.

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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 implement the curriculum and adapt activities, so that children always remain engaged and benefit from meaningful learning.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY536310 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10409142 Type of provision Childcare on domestic premises Registers Early Years Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 19 Number of children on roll 20

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reference number

Date of previous inspection 21 July 2021

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Information about this early years setting

Jcb's Childcare registered in 2017. It operates as childcare on domestic premises located in Norwich, Norfolk. The setting is open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 2.30pm, during term time. Outside of these hours, the owner also runs a childminding service from the same premises. A team of six staff work with the children. All staff hold appropriate early years qualifications, including the owner who holds early years teacher status. The setting provides government funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The provider and inspector completed a tour of the premises and discussed how the early years provision and the curriculum are organised. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this has on children's learning. n The provider and the inspector jointly observed and evaluated a spontaneous activity. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Children interacted with, and spoke to, the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector took account of parents' views. She spoke to several parents during the inspection and viewed written testimonials from parents. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in 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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Inspection activities

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