Olive Tree Pre-School

Summary of outcome

All early years providers must meet the legal requirements in the¿Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, which you can find at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2 . If we find that a provider is not meeting the requirements, we can take action to ensure they put matters right.

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Summary of outcome

On 12 April 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures, suitable people and staff taking medication/other substances.

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Summary of outcome

On 9 June 2026, we carried out a regulatory visit. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We have issued actions for the provider to take. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that suitable references are obtained before staff begin employment, to ensure staff are appropriately vetted and their suitability can be verified

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that accurate DBS records are maintained, including the date each check is completed and who carried it out

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that ongoing staff suitability checks are completed and recorded regularly

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Summary of outcome

n ensure that those with lead responsibility for safeguarding, receive effective safeguarding training, so that they know the correct procedures to follow if a concern is made about a member of staff.

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Summary of outcome

On 18 June 2026, the provider responded to the actions set. We found that the provider had strengthened safer-recruitment practice by updating and embedding documentation to ensure DBS records are constantly recorded, monitored and maintained. This includes a structured process for ongoing stability monitoring, giving leaders a reliable system to identify and respond to any changes in staff circumstances. The provider had implemented a system to ensure electronic references are obtained and verified before staff begin employment, enabling leaders to confirm staff suitability. In addition, the provider had ensured those with lead responsibility for safeguarding had received appropriate training, including specific content on manging allegations. This training has strengthened leaders' understanding of statutory procedures, ensuring they know how to respond if concerns arise about a member of staff. This helps to ensure that children are kept safe through stronger

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Summary of outcome

We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised. The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints made against childminders, home childcarers and childcare providers where we or the provider have taken action in order to meet legal requirements.

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Publication of complaints

We publish details of complaints on our website for a period of five years.

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Publication of complaints

For further information about the complaints process please view the Concerns and complaints about childminders and childcare providers leaflet .

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