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Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision does not meet requirements The setting does not meet the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage' regarding always having a person with a current paediatric first aid certificate present. Despite this, children are settled and enjoy their time at this setting. Staff know the children well and offer them activities that interest them.

For example, children become engrossed in a guessing game and are inspired to create their own games, carefully explaining these to other children. Opportunities such as this aid children in developing the skills that underpin their ability to learn and interact. Staff use their know...ledge of children to make sure they feel comfortable.

For instance, they consult children on the snacks they would like and prepare these individually for each child. Children respond to the calm environment. Their behaviour is good and they play well together.

For example, older children show younger ones the pictures they have drawn and offer to draw a picture for them to colour in. Staff use ongoing opportunities to support children in learning about healthy lifestyles. For instance, at snack time, children talk about foods that help to keep their hearts healthy.

Staff talk with children about safety issues, helping them to understand this area. For example, children playing with a soft football set up a safe area to play and are conscious of other children nearby.

What does the early years setting do well and what does it need to do better?

Children's health and safety in an emergency situation is compromised as managers do not ensure that there is a member of staff with a current paediatric first aid certificate available at all times when children are present.

However, staff have an appropriate knowledge of safeguarding and understand how to recognise and refer any concerns about children's welfare.The manager demonstrates her enjoyment of her work. She is committed to the continuous improvement of the setting, effectively identifying good practice and areas to develop further.

For instance, there are plans to celebrate children's achievements more effectively.Staff report that they feel well supported. They receive regular supervision, where they can discuss any concerns and look at ways to further develop their practice.

The manager supports staff to recognise the role of the setting and to ensure that children are offered a balance of opportunities to play, relax and build on their skills and knowledge.Staff listen to what children are saying and encourage them to build on their conversations. This supports children's communication skills and they talk confidently, for example, when taking turns to detail the subjects they covered at school that day.

Staff value children's views and involve them in making decisions, for instance, about future activities.Staff make good use of ongoing opportunities to support children in understanding differences. For instance, children talk about the foods they eat at home, explaining ones that are eaten on special occasions.

Staff interact well with children, helping them to build on their skills and learning. For example, children using bats and balls count how many times they can hit the ball against the wall. Young children engaged in a drawing activity work with staff to add written labels to their drawings, carefully sounding out the letters as they write.

Parents appreciate the work of the setting and feel that staff communicate well with them. Staff talk daily with parents and also use regular questionnaires to gain further feedback. They act on any comments and ideas.

For example, they now provide raincoats for children to use on the walk back from school.Staff work effectively with the school that children attend, helping them to gain a further understanding of children's needs. For example, they are aware of the homework older children have and offer a supportive environment for them to complete this.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

What does the setting need to do to improve?

To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and Childcare Register the provider must: Due date ensure that there is always at least one person with a current paediatric first aid certificate available at all times when children are present.

11/04/2025