Raysfield After School Club

Raysfield After School Club Raysfield Junior School, Finch Road, Chipping Sodbury, BRISTOL, BS37 6JE

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 02/07/2013 Not Applicable

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early years provision

This inspection: 2 Previous inspection: Not Applicable How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children 2 The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision 2

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This provision is good

 Children and staff share a warm relationship, helping children to secure attachments, for the benefit of their feelings of safety and contentment.  Children have the advantage of playing and learning in a relaxed atmosphere.  Children enjoy a wide range of activities and experiences that help them make good progress in all areas of learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because

 Staff do not always fully support children's recognition or awareness of number during their play.  Children do not always have the opportunity to take responsibility for everyday tasks.

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Information about this inspection

Inspections of registered early years provision are:  scheduled at least once in every inspection cycle – the current cycle ends on 31 July

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Information about this inspection

 scheduled more frequently where Ofsted identifies a need to do so, for example where provision was previously judged inadequate  brought forward in the inspection cycle where Ofsted has received information that suggests the provision may not be meeting the legal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage or where assessment of the provision identifies a need for early inspection  prioritised where we have received information that the provision is not meeting the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and which suggests children may not be safe  scheduled at the completion of an investigation into failure to comply with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Information about this inspection

The provision is also registered on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. This report includes a judgment about compliance with the requirements of that register.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector held a meeting with the manager.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed children's activities both indoors and in the outdoor play areas.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the views of parents/carers spoken to on the day of inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke with the staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector looked at a selection of policies and statements, including safeguarding.

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Information about the setting

Raysfield After School Club is privately owned and registered in 2013. It is situated in the grounds of Raysfield Junior School, Bristol. The club is open during term time from 3.20pm until 6pm Monday to Friday. The accommodation comprises of a playroom room, kitchen and bathroom facilities as well as an outdoor play area. The club is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently six children on roll in the early years age group. The nursery employs two members of staff, one of whom holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 strengthen the learning environment further to support children's mathematical learning, for example, by displaying numbers in purposeful context for children to observe, and encourage children to use number in their play.

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To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

 encourage children to take responsibility to help with manageable tasks, such as serving their own food at dinner.

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who attend

Children arrive happily and are eager to begin play, due to staff being friendly and approachable, resulting in children feeling safe and secure. They joyfully greet staff and friends and join in with a wide range of activities that are attractively set up by the staff. Activities are carefully planned, to cover all areas of learning, with parents being invited to contribute. Staff know the children in their care extremely well and keep a record of their progress, which is shared with parents. Children are able to self-select toys of their choice, which are stored within their easy reach. Children have fun and often initiate their own play, for instance, in making crowns out of various materials. The atmosphere is calm, which meets children's needs after an active school day. There is a cosy area, enabling children to rest when they wish to do so or to look at and read books. Children thoroughly enjoy outdoor play, and they enthusiastically look forward to all going outside, where they

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who attend

have the opportunity to climb, run in the spacious fields, as well as to explore a nature area.

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who attend

Children's personal, social and emotional development is well supported, as they play happily together. They learn to cooperate with their friends and be independent, resulting in them learning some useful skills for the future. For example, when following rules when playing games. They organise games in the outdoor play area, such as badminton, while their friends keep a score of who is winning. Children take part in mathematical activities, such as playing board games and they enjoy interlocking jigsaws. They count how many blocks they have when making a tower and play number games in the outdoor play area. However, staff do not display numbers in purposeful contexts, for children to observe and use in their everyday play. Children enjoy being creative, as they draw pictures and make models from recyclable material. Children delight in taking part in imaginary play, such as pretending to be guards looking after their outdoor den. Children and staff chat easily,

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who attend

with children keenly talking about their home life, such as what they like to do at weekends. They excitedly request staff to join in their play, and proudly show their artwork. Staff listen intently to children and they participate in lively conversations, therefore, children are developing their speaking and listening skills. Children contribute their ideas for activities as well as suggesting new resources, which staff purchase when possible. Children learn about major festivals, such as Chinese New Year, Christmas and they celebrate birthdays, which help to promote mutual respect and encourages children to value each other.

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who attend

Staff are fully aware of children's learning styles, so present them with opportunities that suit their individual needs. For example, they respect children who enjoy solitary play, as well providing various experiences that encourage group play.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Staff build warm and trusting relationships with the children, helping to enhance their emotional well-being. Children are confident and are inspired to learn. They have a secure sense of belonging and behave well, due to staff being good role models. Staff complete daily risk assessments to ensure children remain safe both indoors and when playing outside. They also teach children to keep themselves safe during play, such as using scissors with care. They participate in a regular evacuation drill, so they become familiar with the leaving of the premises without delay in the event of an emergency.

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The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children

Staff encourage children to become independent, such as managing their own personal needs, which helps them develop practical skills, which supports them well as they move onto the next stage in their development. However, staff do not encourage children to take responsibility for manageable tasks, such as serving their own food at tea, therefore, they are not extending their confidence in tackling manageable tasks. Staff promote children's good health offering healthy snacks and ensuring children can access drinks. They encourage children to get some 'fresh air' and take part in being active, which helps to develop their physical skills. They play with bats and balls, which helps to develop their co-ordination. Children follow good hygiene routines with staff reminding them about the importance of this.

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provision

Staff have a good understanding about their responsibility to meet safeguarding and welfare requirements. They are secure in their knowledge about the procedure to follow should they have any concerns. The safeguarding policy has been updated to include guidance about the use of cameras and mobile telephones within the club. Staff attend first aid training and are confident to deal with an accident should one occur. Attendance records are well maintained. Robust recruitment procedures ensure the suitability of staff.

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provision

Overall the staff have in-depth knowledge and understanding about their responsibility to meet the learning and development requirements. They provide quality care as well as education through the provision of a broad range of interesting and challenging activities that complement the children's school day. Staff work very closely with the school and play an important role in continuing to enhance children's learning and development. Staff are committed to raising standards through a method of self-evaluation, which children contribute via the completion of surveys. Parents contribute via the completion of questionnaires. This enables staff to identify areas for continual improvement.

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provision

Staff share a strong partnership with parents, who report that staff are 'kind', 'caring', 'friendly' and 'provide a wonderful opportunity for children to play, relax and have fun'. Parents report that they are kept up-to-date with their children's day and are happy that staff listen to their views and ideas.

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The Childcare Register

The requirements for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are Met The requirements for the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are Met

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Grade Judgement Description

Grade 1 Outstanding Outstanding provision is highly effective in meeting the needs of all children exceptionally well. This ensures that children are very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. Grade 2 Good Good provision is effective in delivering provision that meets the needs of all children well. This ensures children are ready for the next stage of their learning. Grade 3 Satisfactory Satisfactory provision is performing less well than expectations in one or more of the key areas. It requires improvement in order to be good. Grade 4 Inadequate Provision that is inadequate requires significant improvement and/or enforcement action. The provision is failing to give children an acceptable standard of early years education and/or is not meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It will be inspected again within 12 months of the date of this inspection.

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Grade Judgement Description

Met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider continues to meet the requirements for registration. Not met The provision has no children on roll. The inspection judgement is that the provider does not meet the requirements for registration.

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Inspection

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454569 Local authority South Gloucestershire Inspection number 900029 Type of provision Out of school provision Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 6 Name of provider Melanie Ann Goodrich Date of previous inspection not applicable Telephone number 01454866795

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Setting details

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Type of provision

For the purposes of this inspection the following definitions apply:

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Type of provision

Full-time provision is that which operates for more than three hours. These are usually known as nurseries, nursery schools and pre-schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the higher fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Sessional provision operates for more than two hours but does not exceed three hours in any one day. These are usually known as pre-schools, kindergartens or nursery schools and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are registered on the Early Years Register and pay the lower fee for registration.

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Type of provision

Childminders care for one or more children where individual children attend for a period of more than two hours in any one day. They operate from domestic premises, which are usually the childminder’s own home. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Type of provision

Out of school provision may be sessional or full-time provision and is delivered before or after school and/or in the summer holidays. They are registered on the Early Years Register and must deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage. Where children receive their Early Years Foundation Stage in school these providers do not have to deliver the learning and development requirements in full but should complement the experiences children receive in school. 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 assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children,

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

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