Cavalry Primary School

INSPECTION DETAILS

Inspection Date 28/04/2004 Inspector Name Christine Cutts

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SETTING DETAILS

Day Care Type Out of School Day Care Setting Name St. Paul's Catholic After School Club Setting Address St. Paul's Catholic School City Road,Tilehurst Reading Berkshire RG31 4SZ

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REGISTERED PROVIDER DETAILS

Name The Committee of St Pauls Catholic After School Club 1087223

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ORGANISATION DETAILS

Name St Pauls Catholic After School Club Address St. Paul's Catholic School City Road,Tilehurst Reading Berkshire RG31 4SZ

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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

St. Paul's After School Club is based at St. Paul's Catholic School, and is set in a residential area close to the centre of Tilehurst. The club is open for children from the school, and is registered for 32 children, aged 4 to 11 years. The club offers after school care including a substantial tea time snack. The club has access to the extensive outside play area attached to the school. The after school club is run by a parent committee, which employs seven members of staff who have completed the Take Five play work course or are working toward an NVQ qualification.

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How good is the Day Care?

The St Paul's After school Club provides satisfactory care for children in a warm and welcoming environment. The accommodation allows for a variety of activities and good resources are made available for the children to choose from, encouraging independence. Good use is made of the space available to promote children's imaginary play. The high staff child ratios enable staff to support children well, including those with special educational needs. However, qualification levels for staff do not meet the current standard. Good documentation is in place for the after school club to care for the children, although it lacks detail in one area. Children's health and welfare are well promoted with staff encouraging good health routines. The individual needs of the children are identified and valued and child protection is well promoted by the group. A range of resources are used to promote equal opportunities with all children involved in all activities.

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How good is the Day Care?

The children are supported and encouraged in their play with planned and unplanned activities covering all areas of development. Children's behaviour is generally good in a lively and busy atmosphere and children are well supported by staff to develop an understanding of the rules of the club. Parents support the after school club and comments received show that they are happy with the care given and the information on their children's progress and care.

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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

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What has improved since the last inspection?

The last inspection was a transitional inspection and raised some actions for improvement. The after school club has made some improvement since the last inspection with staff training. Two members of staff now hold current first aid certificates and all staff have received some child protection training with the Take Five course. However staff qualifications continue to be identified as areas for improvement with this inspection.

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What is being done well?

• Good staffing levels and organisation enable the after school club to offer a wide range of activities, enabling all children to make choices, become actively involved in and enjoy their play. • Good use is made of the accommodation to offer children a warm and welcoming environment in which to play and learn. • The after school club supplies a substantial tea which is much enjoyed by the children. • There are effective links between the after school club and parents and carers, helping the group to care for the children attending.

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What needs to be improved?

• details of how the club meet the 50% qualified staff requirements under standard 2 • qualification of the persons in charge • behaviour policy to include a system of recording any incident of physical restraint. • notification to Ofsted of significant changes including changes to staff and committee members.

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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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CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION

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

Std Action Date 2 provide details of how the group meets the standard of having 50% qualified staff. 30/06/2004

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

2 develop and implement an action plan that sets out how supervisors will achieve a level 3 qualification 30/06/2004

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by the time of the next inspection

Std Recommendation 1 inform Ofsted of any significant changes including changes to staff and committee 14 include a system to record any incident of physical restraint to behaviour policy.

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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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