Millennium Minis Lakeside

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is goodnThe management team has a clear view of the quality and standards at the setting. Managers have addressed the recommendations from the previous inspection very well. Consequently, there are highly positive partnerships with parents and the support for children's personal, social and emotional development is strong.

nStaff are positive role models who demonstrate respectful and caring communication. They are sensitive to children's needs, and constantly interact with them. This helps children to quickly become familiar with routines.

nThere are good arrangements in place for staff supervision, which help to promote good outcomes for children. Staff a...ttend a range of training courses and have a secure knowledge of child protection procedures and how to keep children safe.nStaff plan a varied and interesting range of activities for younger babies, who enjoy exploring and learning through their senses.

However, there is scope to improve some planning even further. For example, by anticipating that babies are likely to put some things in their mouth and planning to ensure that they only do so with suitable resources.nOccasionally, some staff miss opportunities to help children develop their own unique creativity.