Southfield Kids Club

Southfield Kids Club Tranmoor Lane, Armthorpe, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3BN

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 February 2015 23 March 2009

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This inspection: Not met

Previous inspection: Good 2 The setting does not meet legal requirements for early years settings

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The provision does not meet requirements

 The provider has failed to ensure that at least one member of staff holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate.  The provider was unable to provide a record of Disclosure and Barring Service checks for all committee members.  The provider is not sufficiently ambitious about motivating and supporting staff. They have failed to ensure staff are up to date with changes to legislation, with regard to learning and development.  The provider understands their responsibility to notify Ofsted of any changes that may affect the space or quality of childcare that is provided.  Staff have a sound understanding the child protection procedures approved by the Local Safeguarding Children Board. They are confident in their ability to take action to help keep children safe from abuse or neglect.  The provider has a suitable range of resources and equipment for all children.  Staff understand how to provide children with a healthy diet. This promotes children's

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The provision does not meet requirements

health.  Parents are provided with an information pack, including policies and procedures to help them understand how the setting operates. Staff understand the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals to ensure children's individual needs are met.

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The provision does not meet requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure that there is at least one person who has a current paediatric first-aid certificate is on the premises and available at all times when children are present  maintain a record of the criminal records disclosure reference number, the date a disclosure was obtained and details of who obtained it. Ensure the record is easily accessible and available to those who have a right or professional need to see them  support staff to undertake appropriate training and professional development opportunities to ensure that they fully understand the learning and development requirements.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Childcare Register the provider must:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 ensure that at least one person who is caring for children has an appropriate first-aid qualification (compulsory part of the Childcare Register).

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Inspection activities

 The inspector toured the areas of the premises where childcare is to be provided.  The inspector discussed with the manager how she intends to deliver the educational programme for children.  The inspector looked at policies and documents the manager will use when caring for children.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability and qualifications of the staff working with children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY217026 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 855715

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Type of provision

Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 0 - 8 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 80 Name of provider Southfield Kids Club Committee Date of previous inspection 23 March 2009 Telephone number 01302831824

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Type of provision

Southfield Kids Club was registered in 2002 and is run by a voluntary committee. The club employs two members of childcare staff. They both hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. Sessions are from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm to 5.30pm each weekday, during term time. During school holidays the club is open each weekday from 8am to 5pm, depending on demand.

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Type of provision

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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Type of provision

procedures set out in the guidance ‘Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted’, which is available from Ofsted’s website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted. If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. 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, safeguarding and child protection.

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Type of provision

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Type of provision

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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