Phillimore Community Primary School

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 13/08/2003 Inspector Name Jamila Aslam

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Out of School Day Care Setting Name Sands End Adventure Project Setting Address Marinefield Road Fulham SW6 2LL

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REGISTERED PROVIDER 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

Sands End Adventure Project is an open access scheme and operates from a one storey purpose built building set in a residential area of Fulham/Wandsworth borders. It is very near to a local school and a small housing estate. Buses and tube station are in close proximity. The centre comprises of two large rooms. There is a small tuck shop on site and an outside play area. The centre serves a mixed community and caters for children of different ages ranged between 5 years and 16 years as a drop in centre. It operates between the hours of 10.30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday during holiday periods. All staff are appropriately qualified in childcare and all staff have a current first aid qualification.

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How good is the Day Care?

Sands End holiday Play Scheme/Open Access Scheme provides satisfactory care for children. The staff work well together as a team and supervise the children appropriately so that children feel safe and secure at the setting. The premises are welcoming and friendly for children and parents. There are a range of activities and some suitable toys, which enable children to be happy and well occupied at the setting. Although there is a limited number of resources which promote imaginative development and positive images of people from different backgrounds. There are suitable arrangements in place to ensure children are kept safe on the premises. Staff organise trips to local parks, and venues to amusement parks, ice skating, bowling and big screen videos. Children learn good hygiene practices through everyday routines. The staff ensure children's individual needs are well catered for. Good behaviour is valued at the setting. Staff handle children's behaviour

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How good is the Day Care?

consistently and good behaviour is encouraged. The staff work well in partnership

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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 with parents. Relevant information is provided about the setting and parents are informed about their child's daily activities.

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What has improved since the last inspection?

At the last inspection the manager agreed to obtain written permission from parentsto administer prescibed medication; keep a record of all medicines administered to children: and gain gain knowledge and comply with local ACPC precedures. The manager has completed all the above actions, however did not have a Child Protection procedure on site for inspection.

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What is being done well?

• Good use is made of the space available, children play comfortably. Staff are suitably deployed at activities, which ensures children receive appropriate supervision and support. • Staff have a clear understanding of possible safety hazards and ensure these are minimised. They are vigilant about children's whereabouts on the premises. Children know they must inform a member of staff when they wish to participate in outdoor play. • Staff are active in promoting good hygiene through everyday routines, children learn good practises such as hand washing. • The staff manage children's behaviour well. There are clear guidelines for acceptable behaviour at the setting. Children learn good behaviour which is encouraged and praised. • The staff work well in partnership with parents. Information is regularly exchanged so that children's individual needs are met.

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What needs to be improved?

• the toys and resources for imaginative activities • the toys and resources which reflect anti discriminatory practice • the availability of the behaviour management policy • the complaints procedure • the availability of the child protection procedure • the organisation of records

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Outcome of the 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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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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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

Std Action Date 13 ensure that there is child protection procedure in place for the open access scheme which complies with local Area Child Protection Committee (ACPC) procedures 15/08/2003

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The Registered Person must take the following actions by the date shown

12 ensure a written complaints procedure, which includes contact details of Ofsted Early Years as the Regulator is available 15/08/2003

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 3 enhance the range of toys and resources to provide imaginative play opportunities. 9 ensure that children have an appropriate range of activities and resources that promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice 11 ensure there is a written statement on behaviour management on site for staff and parents to access. 14 ensure that all records relating to day care activities are readily accessible on the premises and available for inspection at all times

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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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