Head On In Kids Club

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 02/02/2004 Inspector Name Margaret Bryant

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Out of School Day Care Setting Name Head On In Kids Club Setting Address Inmans County Primary School Inmans Road Hedon North Humberside HU12 8NL

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name The Committee of Head On In Kids Club

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name Head On In Kids Club Address Inmans County Primary School Inmans Lane Hedon East Riding of Yorkshire HU12 8NL

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

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 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.

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Information about the setting

Head on in Kids Club is based in a portakabin in the grounds of the Inmans County Primary school in Hedon which is a small town in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Head on in Kids Club has been opened for 5 years. The premises are self contained with children having use of the outdoor school areas. The club is registered to care for 34 children aged 4 - 8 years and operates term times, Monday to Friday from 07:45 to 09:00 and 15:30 to 18:00. Holidays from 07:45 to 18:00 hours. Over 40 children are on the roll. The club is managed on a day to day basis by a coordinator with Level 111 qualification in childcare, plus certificates in caring for school age children. Over 50% of the rest of the staff have a childcare qualification. They are all responsible to a Management committee.

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How good is the Day Care?

Head on in Kids Club provides good care for the children. The coordinator is well qualified for the position and along with other staff members, has attended a variety of relevant training courses. The premises are clean and well maintained and the two rooms are equipped with a variety of resources with appropriate furniture and equipment. They are also bright and welcoming with many displays of children's work along with photographs of them and their activities. Records as required were available and of a satisfactory standard. However written permission is recommended from those parent's who allow their children to come to the club unaccompanied. The premises are safe and children were well supervised. Hygiene procedures were promoted and children were provided with regular drinks and children's dietary needs were respected.

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How good is the Day 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 All children's individual needs are respected and their differences acknowledged and valued. Staff are aware of the Area Child Protection procedures though need to ensure the policy reflects this clearly. A wide range of activities available for children, offering lot's of different opportunities for both indoors and outdoors. Children are consulted about what they wish to do, particularly regarding the planning of outings during holiday periods. Strategies for dealing with behaviour are consistent and good behaviour is valued and encouraged, according to the different stages of development. Very good relationships have been developed with parent's who speak highly of the club, the staff, the wide range of activities provided and the safe environment. Verbal feedback is given to parent's on a daily basis.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

Club policy that all staff will receive ongoing training in child protection.

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What is being done well?

• Provision at the club is good with the premises providing a safe, warm and welcoming environment for the children. They are clean, well maintained and equipped with a good range of age appropriate equipment. • Commitment to training by the staff is good with them all happy to extend their learning of appropriate childcare subjects. The club is well led and managed on a day to day basis with good support by the Management Committee, who oversee it's operation. • The wide range of activities available for the children ensures they are kept well occupied and contented. Their opinions are respected and regular consultation with them ensures their individual needs and wishes are respected and catered for. All children are valued and individual activities are adapted, if required, to ensure equality of opportunity for all. • Parent's are kept well informed of the club's operation and an effective partnership has been built with them. Staff are confident in their dealings with

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What is being done well?

parent's and they feel able to report to them about all aspects of the child's time with them. • Effective partnership means that children are cared for according to parent's wishes.

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What needs to be improved?

• the obtaining of the ACPC procedures with associated policy

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What needs to be improved?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 • the written consent from parent's for children arriving unaccompanied to the club.

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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.

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 2 Obtain written permission from those parent’s who wish their children to go to the club unaccompanied by a staff member. 7 Record accidents in a way that ensures confidentiality of information. 13 Obtain a copy of the ACPC procedures and ensure the policy of the club reflects these.

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by the time of the next 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

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STANDARD 1 - SUITABLE PERSON

Adults providing day care, looking after children or having unsupervised access to them are suitable to do so.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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STANDARD 9 - EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

The registered person and staff actively promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children.

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NEEDS AND DISABILITIES)

The registered person is aware that some children may have special needs and is

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NEEDS AND DISABILITIES)

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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STANDARD 14 - DOCUMENTATION

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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