Skips

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 17/08/2004 Inspector Name Glynis Margaret Kite

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Out of School Day Care Setting Name Servite Parish Centre Setting Address Cavendish Road Salford Lancashire M7 4WP

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name SKIPS Address 130 Park Road Prestwich Manchester Lancashire M25 0DU

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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

SKIPS Out of school and Holiday Club has been registered since 2003. It operates out of the Servite Parish Centre, located in Salford. The areas used are the main hall, bathroom facilities and school playground. The kitchen area is for staff use only. The provision is accessible to children and families from all sections of the local community. The facility currently has 46 children on the register. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The After School Club opens from 15:30 till 18:00 Monday to Friday term time only. The Holiday Club opens from 09:30 to 15:00 Monday to Friday. There is a total of six staff, all work directly with the children. Three of the staff hold early years qualifications and work in the After School Club and the Holiday Club. The provision receives support from Salford Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership.

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How good is the Day Care?

SKIPS Out of School and Holiday Club provides good quality care for children. The clubs are organised well and offer a warm and welcoming environment. Appropriate procedures are followed for the recruitment, vetting and supervision of suitable staff. The furniture, toys and equipment provided, is suitable for use by children. Most records and documentation is in place. The premises are safe and secure. Daily risk assessments ensure play areas are safe. The staff have knowledge of the health and safety policy and adhere to this in all aspects of the care provided. Children are made aware of safety issues as part of daily activities. The staff promote good hygiene practice well and implement an exclusion policy for sick children when necessary. Information regarding individual dietary requirements is recorded, although parents provide packed lunches for their children. Staff pay particular attention to the individual needs of all children and have

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How good is the Day Care?

good knowledge and understanding of the special needs and child protection policies and procedures. The facility is well resourced and includes toys and books that reflect positive images. There is a good balance of structured and free play. The main play area is organised in such a way to ensure children have variety and the opportunity to

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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 access quiet or more active games, toys and activities. Children of all ages mix well and the older children support and encourage the younger ones. The outdoor play area is used well. Staff take out a variety of equipment for children to play with. Staff are sensitive to the individual levels of ability of children and work hard to ensure all children have fun and enjoy the sessions. Children are confident, understand sharing and taking turns and being kind to each other. They play and behave well. Staff have formed good relationships with parents and share detailed information about the running of the clubs.

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What is being done well?

• The day to day organisation of the play areas and staffing enables children to play, have fun and relax in an environment which is safe, welcoming and friendly. There is structure to the day and children are familiar with the routines. • The staff include children in making decisions and choices about what they would like to do. The children are given the opportunity to express their opinion through discussion as individuals or part of the group. Staff actively listen to what children have to say and value their views. • The staff support children well during activities. They know when to help and when to take a step back, enabling children to work things out for themselves. The staff promote creativity well allowing children to express themselves in their own way. The level of interaction from staff is very positive. • The provision of a detailed behaviour management policy, which is understood and implemented well by staff, ensures that all children can

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What is being done well?

access activities provided confidently. Children have formed good relationships and show a caring attitude towards one another.

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What needs to be improved?

• some policies and procedures lack information • the availability of first aid certificates.

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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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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 14 Update policies to include bullying, lost/un-collected children and consent from parents for the transportation of children during trips away from the setting. 14 Ensure first aid certificates are available for inspection.

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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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