Cool Kidz

Cool Kidz Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY275842 Inspection date 14/12/2009 Inspector Fiona Robinson

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Setting address Weston Rhyn Family Centre, Weston Rhyn School, Old Chirk Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7SR Telephone number 01691 774 701 Email Type of setting Childcare on non-domestic premises to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way. Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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 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

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action 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

Cool Kidz After School Club operates from a demountable classroom within Western Rhyn School, Oswestry, Shropshire. The after school club uses two rooms, playground, and kitchen when the nursery, playgroup and Sure Start are not in session. There is ramped disability access to the building. The after school club serves the school and local area. The setting is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The club opens each week day before and after school during term time and for the whole day during the holidays. Sessions are from 8.00am to 8.55am and from 3.00pm to 6.00pm. Children can access a variety of sessions. There are 34 children on the register, of whom five are in the early years age group. Children attend the setting aged between three and 12 years of age. Two members of staff work with the children and both hold suitable early years qualifications. The staff access

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children enjoy the wide range of activities and behave very well. The children’s safety and wellbeing are promoted effectively and they are fully included in well planned activities. Partnerships with parents and the host school are good and information is shared well to ensure a smooth transition. The manager and staff are keen to improve the quality of care and education provided and demonstrate a good commitment to continued improvement.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop ways of recording children’s achievement  develop self-evaluation systems.

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the early years provision

Staff have a good awareness of health and safety issues and implement rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures. There are robust systems in place for the collection of children. Fire drills are practised regularly and risk assessments ensure that the environment is kept safe and secure. Children are well supervised indoors and outdoors and use a range of equipment that is safe and suitable for their age.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are good and they say their children enjoy attending the club, because it offers a good range of fun activities. Comprehensive and clear information is shared with parents through informal discussions, the notice board and newsletters. Staff recognise the need to involve parents more in children’s This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning and the self evaluation process. The relationship with the host school, pre- school and nursery is good and staff work hard to ensure a smooth transition to and from school. The setting also benefits from the use of the outdoor environment, including the Forest School area.

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the early years provision

The club is well led and managed and staff are effectively deployed. The environment is well organised and imaginative use is made of resources. Staff actively promote equality and diversity. All children are fully integrated and play well together. Staff meet together regularly and accurately identify strengths and areas for development. They demonstrate a shared commitment to improvement and recognise the need to develop ways of recording children’s achievement, through the use of the digital camera and learning diaries. They regularly monitor the work of the club and want to involve parents more in the self evaluation process, through questionnaires and discussions.

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and outcomes for children

There is well planned and purposeful play both indoors and outdoors. Staff have a good understanding of the children’s interests and involve them fully in the planning and choice of activities. For example, the children enjoy going on a bug hunt and drawing and painting pictures of insects they find. Staff are developing systems for monitoring and recording the achievements of the children in their learning journals and diaries.

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and outcomes for children

Children’s behaviour is excellent and they share resources well with one another. They are very keen to come to the out-of-school club because staff are experienced in providing interesting activities for them to take part in. Effective use is made of themes and topics such as ‘Superheroes’, ‘Winter’ and ‘Under the Sea’. Festivals such as Diwali, Christmas and the Chinese New Year bring excellent enrichment and enjoyment to their experiences. They enjoy food tasting, sari wrapping and creating colourful rangoli patterns for Diwali. As part of their Christmas theme they have created a wonderful ‘Winter Wonderland’ display in a portal window. Staff encourage the children to be confident and independent and have a very good relationship with them.

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and outcomes for children

Children’s health is promoted well through healthy eating and physical exercise. They enjoy playing football and dodge ball and have fun in the adventure playground. They are encouraged to make healthy choices at snack time such as fruit and select healthy toppings and fillings for their toast and sandwiches. They develop a good understanding of keeping safe as they make mince pies and smoothies. They all benefit from having clear rules and boundaries which they helped to compile. They enjoy fundraising and organising special activities such as cake making.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy coming to the club and achieve well in their activities. Creative skills are developed well and they enjoy making a three dimensional Christmas tree, glittering baubles for the tree and Christmas cards. They co-operate very well when they play tabletop games and enjoy exploring their local environment and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Forest School. Independent choices are made as they write letters to Santa and paint Christmas scenes on glass. They enjoy using technology in the setting and holding talent shows and singing. Overall, children are well prepared for life outside the school day and future learning experiences. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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

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