Christchurch Kindergarten @ Gange

Inspection of Christchurch Kindergarten @ Gange 68 Canning Road, HARROW, Middlesex HA3 7SN

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Overall effectiveness Outstanding

The quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is outstanding

Staff greet children warmly on arrival. Children are delighted to be at the inclusive setting and engage in learning with extremely high levels of enthusiasm. Less confident children are supported to settle at their own pace, and there is a strong focus on engaging with, and involving, all children.

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The provision is outstanding

Staff have incredibly high expectations of children's behaviour. They explain the consequences of actions, and the values and rules of the setting, which are strongly embedded. As a result, children behave exceptionally well, showing kindness and respect. They say 'please' and 'thank you' and share resources with ease. Children have extremely positive attitudes to learning, and parents report that children love nursery and are developing well.

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The provision is outstanding

Staff are confident and skilled in supporting children with additional needs thanks to strong links with parents and external professionals and effective training. This means that every child in this setting is thriving, and none are left behind.

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The provision is outstanding

The curriculum is very well planned and sequenced to support children's learning. For example, children make 'autumn soup' with items collected during an autumn walk, building on what they already know about the season. Staff encourage exploration of textures and smells, extending vocabulary using both English and home languages. All the children are highly engaged and focused during this learning

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n The setting has a strong focus on promoting early literacy and a love of books. Staff ensure children have access to a wide variety of books. Each child takes home a book bag weekly, and parents are encouraged to support the development of early literacy by reading to their children. Regular story times are highly engaging, with staff using puppet props and extending language by incorporating words from children's home languages alongside English. n Children who start nursery with no English make rapid progress. Staff's teaching is highly effective. They use visual cards, learn key words from home and collaborate with colleagues who speak the children's languages. For example, children learn the word 'elephant' in both English and their home language. Staff introduce elephant toys for counting and ensure the book of the week is about elephants. Children develop a rich vocabulary of words in English, while also

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developing knowledge in other areas too. n Mathematical language and concepts are woven into the curriculum. Children frequently count objects with the staff's support, and during dance and music activities concepts like 'big' and 'small' are demonstrated, with children joining in

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26 September 2025 enthusiastically. Many children can count to 10 and above. n Parents speak highly of the tailored settling-in process. Children who have attended the nursery for only a few weeks show meaningful progress in language, social and emotional development. Less confident children are encouraged to join in activities at their own pace, such as keeping a coat and bag until they feel settled. n Children are learning to be resilient and manage their emotions. They can choose to go to the 'safe space' to self-regulate, using carefully selected books, sensory toys and visual prompts. Staff recognise when children are becoming overwhelmed and intervene swiftly. At circle time, a staff member asks each child how they are feeling and reflects what they say with picture cards. n Diversity is celebrated, and staff promote respect and tolerance for others. Families take a teddy home, which encourages children and families to share

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stories of their home lives and cultures. Many special occasions and festivals are celebrated, with children dressing in costumes and sharing special food. Parents are invited to these events, and staff use them as an opportunity to provide workshops that support home learning, further aiding parents' understanding of their children's development. n Staff work exceptionally well as a team, and leaders care passionately about the children and families attending. For example, in response to the needs of the area, there is a strong focus on promoting healthy and safe eating practices, as well as oral health. Staff are highly motivated to teach and learn more themselves. Staff report feeling supported by leaders and incredibly satisfied in their roles.

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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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Setting details

Unique reference number EY436864 Local authority Harrow Inspection number 10407412 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 36 Number of children on roll 37

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Name of registered person

Christchurch Kindergarten Childrens Nursery Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 02088638151 Date of previous inspection 8 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

Christchurch Kindergarten @ Gange registered in 2011 and is run by a private provider. The nursery is located in the London Borough of Harrow. It operates from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 6pm. There are eight staff employed to work with the children. Of these, one has an early years qualification at level 2, three have an early years qualification at level 3, one has an early years qualification at level 5, and one has a qualified teacher status qualification. The nursery provides funded early education for eligible two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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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 The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual and the manager about the leadership and management of the setting. n The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this is having on the children's learning. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and the children. n The inspector and the manager carried out a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of

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their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the nursery.

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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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