Horizons Nursery

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 30 June 2026, we received concerns that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures. Following this, we suspended the provider's registration because we believe children may be at risk of harm. Suspension allows time for the provider to take steps to reduce or eliminate the risk of harm to children. The provider has a right to appeal against the suspension. The provider may not provide childcare for which registration is required while the suspension is in place and may commit an offence if they do so.

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Summary of outcome

On 10 July 2026, we carried out a regulatory visit. We found the provider was not meeting some of the requirements. We have issued an action for the provider to take. The provider will be able to give parents further information about this.

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n improve recruitment and vetting procedures, to include obtaining an enhanced criminal record check for all adults working with children without delay.

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Summary of outcome

On 21 July 2026, the provider responded to the action set. We found that the provider has strengthened their procedures for recruiting and vetting staff. They have developed their procedures for monitoring ongoing suitability. We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare action raised. The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

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On 27 July 2026, we received concerns from other professionals that the provider was not meeting requirements relating to suitable people.

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Summary of outcome

On 6 August 2026, we carried out a further 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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n ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place regarding the use of mobile phones in the setting and that leaders and staff understand and follow these to keep children safe

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n improve leaders and managers understanding of the appropriate processes to follow to record complaints and their outcome

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n ensure that leaders and managers understand their responsibilities in maintaining accurate records and have procedures in place for doing so to ensure the effective management of the setting and to promote children's welfare.

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Summary of outcome

On 13 August 2026, we lifted the suspension because the provider took appropriate action to deal with the matter that led to the suspension. We are satisfied that the identified risk of harm to children has been removed.

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Summary of outcome

On 18 August 2026, the provider responded to the actions set. We found that the provider had improved their knowledge and understanding of procedures regarding the use of mobile phones in the setting. They have improved their understanding of the complaints process and recording and maintaining accurate records. We are satisfied the provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised.

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The provider is still registered with Ofsted.

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Publication of compliance action

We aim to ensure that the welfare of children and young people is protected in the services we regulate. The Childcare Act 2006 and accompanying regulations set out our responsibilities to regulate childminders and childcare providers. This includes the enforcement powers we have in relation to those registered providers who do not comply with the requirements for registration.

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Publication of compliance action

We publish details of any actions we take, or the childminder or childcare provider takes to bring about compliance with requirements on our website for a period of five years.

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Publication of compliance action

For further information please read the Early years compliance handbook which can be found here at www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-provider-non-compliance- action-by-ofsted .

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