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This is a copy of the 2004 Ofsted report for St Marks Square Nursery
School, St Marks Church, Regents Park, London, NW1 7TN
Ofsted
DAY CARE INSPECTION REPORT
URN 100604
INSPECTION DETAILS
Inspection Date: 29/11/2004
Inspector Name: Margaret Jean Moore
SETTING DETAILS
Day Care Type:Full Day Care
Setting Name: St. Marks Sq. Nursery School
Setting Address:
St Marks Church
Regents Park
London
NW1 7TN
REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS
Name: Ms Sheema Parsons
ABOUT THE INSPECTION
The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and
the public of the quality and standard of day care. When making judgements,
inspectors have regard to how well the provider meets the National Standards
for under Eights Day Care and Childminding. A list of these is attached.
The report identifies strengths and areas for improvement.
This inspection report must be made available to all parents.
Information about the setting
St. Marks Square Nursery School opened in 1983.
It operates from a church hall, within a residential area. The nursery
serves the local area and is registered to provide care for 28 children
aged under 5 years. There are currently 40 children on roll, this includes
22 funded 3 and 4- year-olds.
The nursery supports children who speak English as an additional language.
The setting has systems in place for supporting children with special
educational needs.
The nursery opens from 09:00 to 15:30hrs. Offering a variety of sessions,
five days a week, term time only.
Seven members of staff work directly with the children. They have a
variety of qualifications in early years.
How good is the Day Care?
St. Marks Square Nursery School provides a good standard of care.
The nursery school has a committed staff team that is well deployed
to meet the care and educational needs of the children. A Montessori
teaching concept is in place as well as a holistic, spiritually based
programme.
The premises are secure and welcoming, the activity room has structured
activities that are planned to meet individual needs and promote the
children's learning and development. For free play periods they choose
from a variety of suitable play materials developing their confidence
and independence.
Stimulating and challenging activities are set out in the rooms that
are suitable for the age range and ability of the children, however,
there is not a suitable range of play materials that reflect positive
images. There are satisfactory, written profiles on each child that
is shared regularly with parents, the information is used to plan activities
to support the children's learning and development.
There is access to an outdoor area with sufficient and appropriate
equipment that the children used confidently and with enjoyment.
The children are well behaved, staff are attentive and praise consistently.
There is good support for children with special needs and the staff
are aware of their responsibility regarding child protection issues.
The partnership with parents is good; the parents are greeted as they
arrive and information on the child's day is shared. There is a good
parents association " friends of St. Marks" that organises
fund raising and social events for the nursery school.
Curriculum plans are displayed and a well informed parents notice board
ensures they receive up to date information about the service.
What has improved since the last inspection?
No actions set at the last inspection.
What is being done well?
The nursery has a committed team of staff, that are well qualified
and experienced, this has a positive impact on children's overall development.
The provision for children with special needs is well managed, through
updating their training, staff have a good understanding of child protection
procedures.
Curriculum planning is well-organised, with satisfactory profiles written
on each child. Children are provided with a wide range of play opportunities
relating to their learning and developmental needs.
Behaviour is managed with staff using positive methods to engage children's
attention and rewarded them with frequent praise.
There are strong links with parents, who are welcomed on arrival. The
well organised notice board gives parents information on all aspects
of the service.
What needs to be improved?
Develop play materials that reflect positive images of the diverse
community.
Previous Complaints (This section applies only to
inspections carried out from September 2004. The complaint record relates
to complaints from the last inspection or 1st April 2004 whichever is
later.)
None
Outcome of the inspection
Good
CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION
All registered persons must comply with all conditions of registration
included on his/her certificate of registration.
As a result of this inspection conditions of registration have been
imposed / varied / removed and a new certificate of registration will
be issued.
WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE NEXT?
The Regisered Person should have regard to the following recommendations
by the time of the next inspection
Std Recommendation 9
ensure that children have access to an appropriate range of activities
and resources that promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory
practice.
SUMMARY OF NATIONAL STANDARDS
STANDARD 1 - SUITABLE PERSON
Adults providing day care, looking after children or having unsupervised
access to them are suitable to do so.
STANDARD 2 - ORGANISATION
The registered person meets required adult: child ratios, ensures that
training and qualifications requirements are met and organises space
and resources to meet the children's needs effectively.
STANDARD 3 - CARE, LEARNING AND PLAY
The registered person meets children's individual needs and promotes
their welfare. They plan and provide activities and play opportunities
to develop children's emotional, physical, social and intellectual capabilities.
STANDARD 4 - PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The premises are safe, secure and suitable for their purpose. They
provide adequate space in an appropriate location, are welcoming to
children and offer access to the necessary facilities for a range of
activities which promote their development.
STANDARD 5 - EQUIPMENT
Furniture, equipment and toys are provided which are appropriate for
their purpose and help to create an accessible and stimulating environment.
They are of suitable design and condition, well maintained and conform
to safety standards.
STANDARD 6 - SAFETY
The registered person takes positive steps to promote safety within
the setting and on outings and ensures proper precautions are taken
to prevent accidents.
STANDARD 7 - HEALTH
The registered person promotes the good health of children and takes
positive steps to prevent the spread of infection and appropriate measures
when they are ill.
STANDARD 8 - FOOD AND DRINK
Children are provided with regular drinks and food in adequate quantities
for their needs. Food and drink is properly prepared, nutritious and
complies with dietary and religious requirements.
STANDARD 9 - EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The registered person and staff actively promote equality of opportunity
and anti-discriminatory practice for all children.
STANDARD 10 - SPECIAL NEEDS (INCLUDING SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL
NEEDS AND DISABILITIES)
The registered person is aware that some children may have special
needs and is proactive in ensuring that appropriate action can be taken
when such a child is identified or admitted to the provision. Steps
are taken to promote the welfare and development of the child within
the setting in partnership with the parents and other relevant parties.
STANDARD 11 - BEHAVIOUR
Adults caring for children in the provision are able to manage a wide
range of children's behaviour in a way which promotes their welfare
and development.
STANDARD 12 - WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS AND CARERS
The registered person and staff work in partnership with parents and
to meet the needs of the children, both individually and as a group.
Information is shared.
STANDARD 13 - CHILD PROTECTION
The registered person complies with local child protection procedures
approved by the Area Child Protection Committee and ensures that all
adults working and looking after children in the provision are able
to put the procedures into practice.
STANDARD 14 - DOCUMENTATION
Records, policies and procedures which are required for the efficient
and safe management of the provision, or to promote the welfare, care
and learning of children are maintained. Records about individual children
are shared with the child's parent.
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