KIWIS

KIWIS

Inspection report for early years provision

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KIWIS

Unique Reference Number 257574 Inspection date 23 June 2006 Inspector Janet Ann Keeling

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KIWIS

Setting Address School Close, Kingshurst, Birmingham, West Midlands, B37 6BN Telephone number 0121 770 3192

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Registered person KIWIS Club Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Out of School care

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

Kiwi's Before and After School club opened in 2001. It operates from Kingshurst Junior School in Solihull and has the use of its own classroom, an adjoining computer area and the school hall. The club has its own exit onto an enclosed outdoor area and has use of the school playing fields. It serves the children who attend Kingshurst Infant and Junior schools. The provision is registered to provide care for 24 children at any one time. There are currently 40 children from 4 to 11 years on roll. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The setting has strategies in place to support children with learning

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 difficulties and for children who speak English as an additional language. The setting is open five days a week during school term times. Sessions are from 08.00 until 08.45 and from 15.15 to 18.00. There are five staff who work with the children. Over half hold an early years qualification to level two or three. The setting receives support from the local authority.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a very clean and well-maintained environment. Children learn about the importance of good hygiene practices through very well established daily routines. For example, children begin to understand why they must wash their hands before snacks and after using the toilet. Children enjoy a wide range of activities which effectively contribute to their good health and well-being, for example, children engage in regular discussion with staff on, 'how to stay fit', 'what to eat' and 'looking at healthy options'. They enjoy daily outdoor activities where they are encouraged and supported to develop new skills, for example, as they complete the obstacle course and play on the large outdoor play equipment. Children also enjoy team games and have very good access to a range of wheeled toys, bats, balls, hoops and bean bags. Older children help themselves to drinking water, however, the younger children are

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Helping children to be healthy

not able to access the water fountain independently. Children's health and dietary needs are met at all times because staff are fully aware of their individual needs. For example, children's individual requirements are discussed fully with parents on admission, recorded and shared with all staff. Children's accident and medication forms are all fully completed and well maintained.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a well organised, safe and secure environment, they are able to move around safely and freely as identified risks and hazards have been minimised, through the completion of risk assessments and the effective deployment of staff. Children have good access to quality equipment and resources which are appropriate to their developmental needs. They are kept safe because staff take positive steps to promote safety within the setting and whilst playing outdoors. Well-written procedures ensure staff are fully aware of their roles and responsibilities. Children benefit from the very experienced and caring staff who are well informed of the group's health and safety procedures, for example, children engage in regular fire drills and staff talk to

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 children about 'staying safe' whilst using the outdoor equipment. Children are protected from possible abuse or neglect because the experienced staff are very aware of their roles and responsibilities whilst protecting children in their care. Staff are confident in following the group's child protection procedures and have a designated child protection co-ordinator who would follow through any issues of concern. However, the child protection policy does not contain all the required information regarding allegations made against a member of staff.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are very happy, confident and actively enjoy their time in the group, they participate enthusiastically in the wide range of activities and have good opportunities to use their own initiative when selecting resources. Children also benefit from well planned adult led activities. Children enjoy excellent relationships with both their peer group and staff, they effectively engage in discussion with adults and their peers. Children have been fully involved in completing the groups 'rules', and take pride in accepting personal responsibility for their own behaviour. Children become engrossed in a wide range of purposeful, challenging and fun activities which they all enjoy enormously. For example, children interacted positively as they moulded the play dough and cut out shapes, whilst another group chose to play a game of five-a-side football on the playing field. Children at the pool table confidently organised their own rota and

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

played harmoniously together. Children's confidence and self-esteem are well developed due to the staff's consistent use of praise and encouragement. Children are gently encouraged to complete tasks and offered appropriate support if they need assistance. Children show a strong sense of belonging as they greet each other and staff on arrival. Children speak confidently and share their personal experiences within the group. Children listen carefully to each other, they take turns and show care and concern for others. Children are able to negotiate and make decisions with staff about their after school activities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued and respected as individuals, they are encouraged and supported to play an active role in the group and make decisions about their play and learning. Children's individual needs are supported by staff, who know them very well and respond sensitively to their needs. Children are fully consulted about the range of activities and resources available within the group and their views are taken into account by staff when completing the planning of activities. For example, at registration time children collectively made decisions about the evenings activities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 Currently, there is a small group of children involved in the re-designing of the group's prospectus. Children are fully included in all activities and their differences are acknowledged and supported. They have good access to appropriate toys, equipment and learning resources which reflect positive images of culture, ethnicity, gender and disability. For example, displays and resources are evident around the group room. Children have opportunities to learn about themselves, each other and the world around them. For example, as they celebrate different cultural festivals throughout the year, such as Diwali, Christmas and Chinese New Year. Children are fully aware of the group's boundaries and expectations for good behaviour consequently, their behaviour is of a consistently high standard. They

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Helping children make a positive contribution

learn to negotiate with others and take responsibility for their own behaviour. Children's understanding of right and wrong is further developed as they respond to gentle reminders from staff, to care for their environment, resources and each other. Children benefit from the effective partnership between their parents and staff. Children's individual care needs are fully discussed before the child starts at the setting, information is recorded and shared with staff. Parents are made to feel welcome in the group and have access to the group's policies, procedures and planning. Children's involvement in activities and their personal achievements are shared with parents each day ensuring parents are kept fully informed.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children's care is supported well by the effective organisation and the focused leadership and management of the group. Staff are caring, knowledgeable and fully understand their roles and responsibilities. Policies and procedures work effectively in practice to promote children's health, safety and enjoyment, and also enable children to make a positive contribution. However, the setting's policies and procedures have not been reviewed and updated in line with the revised National Standards Guidance of October 2005. The premises are welcoming and well organised, consequently, children's learning and enjoyment are effectively maximised. All legally required documentation is in place, well maintained and stored effectively to ensure confidentiality is respected. Children benefit from qualified, experienced and knowledgeable staff, who follow an effective induction programme and, who are committed to on-going training and

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Organisation

development. Staff have good opportunities to reflect on their own practice, through regular staff meetings and individual supervision sessions. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 At the last inspection the setting were asked to; ensure the daily record of attendance is accurate, develop procedures to follow in the event of a lost child and ensure that the fire log contains the required information. Since the last inspection the setting has improved documentation relating to the children's daily registration system and the fire log, consequently, children's safety is further supported as documentation now contains the required information. The procedures relating to a lost child have been developed and are currently being put into a written statement.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints since the last inspection. 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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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • make sure that all children are able to access drinking water independently • update the child protection policy to ensure it includes procedures to be followed in the event of an allegation being made against a member of staff • review and update all policies and procedures to ensure they are written in line with the National Standards and updated guidance of October 2005.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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