Maple Tree Primary School

Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This document may be reproduced in whole or in part for non-commercial educational purposes, provided that the information quoted is reproduced without adaptation and the source and date of publication are stated. Asension Play Holiday Play School Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 132236 Inspection date 16/04/2009 Inspector Debra Davey

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Setting address Cundy Play Building, Cundy Park, 295 Victoria Dock Road, London, E16 3BY Telephone number 020 75114978 Email Type of setting Childcare on non-domestic premises This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B.

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Introduction

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the setting

Ascension After School Club and Holiday Play Scheme was registered in 1999. The club and play scheme is run by the Ascension Management Committee, which is a voluntary organisation. It is a single floor building in Cundy Park in the area of Custom House in the London borough of Newham. The provision is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of 27 children may attend at any one time. The club is open each week day from 15.30 to 18.00 during term time and the play scheme is open each week day from 08.00 to 18.00 during half terms, Easter and summer holidays. The building is located in an enclosed park, adjacent to outdoor play facilities. Areas used for the play scheme include the main play room and quiet room.

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Description of the setting

There are currently 20 children on roll. At the time of inspection there were no children in the early years age range and 10 children in the Childcare Register age range. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The club and play scheme currently support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Three members of staff work with the children, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The Holiday Play School offers a relaxed and friendly environment for children and young people. Safeguarding procedures, such as recording times of arrival and departure, have been reviewed and are now effective. The consistent staff team demonstrate sufficient understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage through recent training and, therefore, meet the statutory requirements for registration. Activities are planned to enable children to have fun whilst their development is promoted. This ensures that all children are included and their individual needs are met. The programme of activities provides a good balance of physical play in the park area, as well as quiet games and indoor activity. Improvement since the last inspection have been good and the manager demonstrates a positive approach through training and planning for future developments.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues to meet the requirements of registration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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