Hale Synagogue Nursery

Inspection of Hale Synagogue Nursery Hale & District Synagogue, 11 Shay Lane, Hale Barns, Altrincham WA15 8NZ

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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

There is a wonderful sense of community in this friendly and welcoming setting. Children of all ages often play together, developing excellent social skills. For example, children collectively enjoy a movement class, delivered by an external provider. Joining together in this way promotes broad friendships and a sense of community pride. Staff and leaders are kind and offer children nurturing affection. There is a strikingly calm and relaxed atmosphere throughout the setting, enhanced by the relaxing music that plays during activities and routine tasks. Children are settled and happy in this home-from-home nursery.

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The provision is good

Staff help children to develop their independence from an early age. Young children enjoy additional responsibilities, such as 'helper of the day'. They help to feed and take care of the pet turtle and cooperate with tidying up their toys. They wash their hands without prompt and put their coats on their pegs after outdoor play. Children confidently complete everyday routine tasks because they are provided with opportunities to have a go. Children show pride in taking responsibility for themselves and others. They learn to be responsible, self-assured and independent. Children are eager to play and motivated to learn. They excitedly explore activities with curiosity. Staff offer children a fun range of games, toys and tasks to keep children occupied and promote their sustained focus and engagement. For example, babies fill containers and splash in water, extending their hand–eye coordination. Older children enjoy creating large-scale chalk

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The provision is good

drawings outside, mastering their early writing skills in this fun way. The programme of learning and teaching is good, and children are well supported in their development.

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n Leaders and staff clearly understand the nursery's vision and ethos. They are motivated and successfully deliver their mission statement through their everyday practice. The curriculum and care routines are delivered with clear intent 'to create a safe and nurturing environment where everyone can flourish'. Leaders promote staff wellbeing through a caring and compassionate approach. Staff are settled and happy. They work hard to offer children quality care and learning opportunities. n There are subtle and appropriate adaptations and differentiations to activities, toys and equipment in each room throughout the nursery. These help to ensure that children benefit from a good level of challenge. The curriculum is well sequenced to build upon what children already know and can do. n Children listen intently to staff, who deliver stories in an animated and engaging way. They read using impressive energy. Children are curious about books and

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develop a love of reading from an early age.

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29 September 2025 n Staff carefully manage mealtimes to promote children's welfare. For example, they remain nearby when children eat and remind them to remain seated to minimise risks. Staff noticeboards display information about children's allergies, and foods are served separately to protect those with additional dietary needs. This effective information-sharing and clear system promotes a collective understanding of children's needs and helps to keep them safe. n Staff are extremely polite when talking to both children and their colleagues. They model good manners and are highly respectful. Children learn how to treat others first hand as they witness these polite interactions. In turn, children behave well. n Partnerships with parents are effective. Parents share information about children's ever-changing routines and needs during detailed face-to-face conversations. Staff allow time for these important discussions at the beginning

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and end of every session. Parents also receive regular updates digitally, through an online system. This helps to ensure that children enjoy complementary care between the home and setting. n Leaders are knowledgeable and experienced. Staff benefit from professional development and training opportunities to build their confidence and enhance their skills. Leaders support staff through regular supervision meetings. They have recently introduced peer observations to provide staff with regular feedback. However, the peer observations are not yet fully embedded to support staff with feedback on their ongoing practice.

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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 provide staff with more frequent feedback on their practice to extend their confidence and skills and impact positively on outcomes for children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2735511 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10407789 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 50 Number of children on roll 32 Name of registered person Hale and District Hebrew Congregation Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 0161 980 8846 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Hale Synagogue Nursery registered in 2023. The nursery employs nine members of childcare staff. Of these, all hold appropriate early years qualifications. The nursery opens Monday to Thursday, from 7.30am to 6pm. On Friday, the nursery opens from 8am to midday. The nursery operates all year round. On Jewish festivals that fall on weekdays, the nursery is closed. The nursery provides government-funded childcare.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and manager completed a learning walk. The manager talked to the inspector about the curriculum and what they want children to learn. n The inspector observed activities and teaching, both inside and outside, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. n The deputy manager and inspector carried out a joint observation of an activity. n The inspector spoke with staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Parents shared their experiences of the nursery through verbal and written comments. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including the evidence of suitability of staff working at 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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