Ofsted

“Leaders and managers give high priority to children’s safety and welfare. They remove and repair broken equipment immediately. A comprehensive safeguarding policy is in place and staff sign policies to confirm they understand expectations and procedures. Staff members confidently talk about the signs and symptoms of abuse. They know what to do if they are worried about a child. Parents feel well supported by staff. Leaders ensure information is available to parents about local early help services. They deliver safeguarding training updates to all staff throughout the year.”

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

The provision is good

The provision is goodChildren’s knowledge and understanding about the world around them is developed to a high level. They have frequent opportunities to visit the local area and experience multicultural activities. For example, they attend Eid parties, visit the local swimming pool and support the nearby community centre. Staff have high expectations, which help children to behave very well. Young children thrive on the caring interactions that take place and feel safe in the environment. Babies squeal with delight as they explore bubbles in a water tray. They giggle gleefully when they pull their socks off and play chasing games. Children’s build their language skills through back-and-forth conversations with staff. They frequently talk to the children about past events and experiences, which develops their communication skills.

Children that are new to the nursery are warmly welcomed in. They are sensitively supported to manage their emotions and settle in quickly. Staff ensure children have the skills they need to be ready for school. Children follow instructions and listen carefully. They spend extended periods of time concentrating on activities and their independence skills are progressively developed to a high level. The environment is vibrant and supports a curriculum that is, generally, well thought out and ambitious. 

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Leaders and managers give high priority to children’s safety and welfare. They remove and repair broken equipment immediately. A comprehensive safeguarding policy is in place and staff sign policies to confirm they understand expectations and procedures. Staff members confidently talk about the signs and symptoms of abuse. They know what to do if they are worried about a child. Parents feel well supported by staff. Leaders ensure information is available to parents about local early help services. They deliver safeguarding training updates to all staff throughout the year.

Information about this early years setting

Sunbeams Nursery registered in 2019 and is situated in the Shipley area of Bradford. The nursery employs 13 members of childcare staff. Of these, 11 members of staff hold appropriate qualifications at level 3 and above. The manager holds a level 6 qualification. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm all year round, except for bank holidays and for one week at Christmas. The nursery provides funded education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

Sunbeams' Values

We pride ourselves on offering a high standard of education and care to babies and young children through working effectively with parents and making regular observations/assessments on play based learning. We promote the well-being and education of our children through the implementation of our nursery values.