Children Making A Change

Children Making A Change Wembley Primary School, East Lane, Wembley, Middlesex, HA9 7NW

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 March 2015 2 December 2009

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Satisfactory 3 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 Children benefit from a welcoming environment. As a result, they are enthusiastic about coming to the club, where they socialise and have fun.  Children learn about the importance of healthy lifestyles. They understand the importance of good hygiene, eat healthy foods and have daily opportunities to play in the fresh air.  Children are well behaved and form strong friendships. Children of all ages share, take turns and play cooperatively together.  Staff recognise the importance of working in partnership with parents. Parents speak positively about the care their children receive and the service the club provides.  Management and staff are clear about the safeguarding and welfare requirements and are vigilant in their care of the children. They have a good understanding of child protection issues and know what to do if they have concerns about a child. Consequently, children are safe and secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children do not have a dedicated area in the hall where they can relax or play quietly.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide cosy areas within the hall where children can work, play quietly or rest.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and spoke with the staff and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector sampled documentation, including children's records and a selection of policies and procedures, and checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of all staff working with children.  The inspector took into account the views of parents spoken to during the inspection.

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who attend. This is good

Children enter the club with enthusiasm and look forward to the activities on offer. They have a good range of easily accessible toys and resources. Staff have a secure understanding of how children learn through play and provide a range of activities that build on their interests. Teaching is good as staff engage with the children, knowing when to involve themselves in children's play and when to step back. They support children's communication and language skills throughout the session by talking to them and encouraging them to join in with activities. Staff value children's views and opinions and they take an active role in deciding on the club's activities. Parents view detailed notice boards and displays to gain information about their children's progress and key information about the club. Parents comment that their children look forward to arriving each day to play with a good range of resources and meet their friends.

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good

Positive relationships are clear between children and staff and this supports children's emotional well-being. Staff are good role models as they are caring and respectful to children. Children's behaviour is good. Staff help them learn how to manage their own behaviour and become tolerant of others, for example, sharing and waiting their turn when playing games. Because the indoor play area is a large hall, it can be quite noisy and busy with activity as children enjoy themselves. Some children wanted to work quietly. However, there are no cosy, quiet spaces for them to do so or relax. Therefore, staff are not fully supporting children's care needs or creating further opportunities to encourage communication and friendships. Staff encourage an active and healthy lifestyle as they support children to follow good hygiene practices and provide regular access to outdoor play. Children have good opportunities to be independent as they choose their own snacks

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provision is good

Management regularly review the comprehensive policies and procedures and share them with parents. They implement robust recruitment and employment procedures, to ensure the ongoing suitability of staff. Management provide continual support for staff through regular meetings and informal discussion. They note any issues, identify solutions and share good practice. The manager uses training well to improve outcomes for children. For example, following training she changed the menu to provide children with healthier foods. The club has very good links with the host school. Staff gather clear information from teachers to help them identify and meet children's needs. Staff establish positive and trusting partnerships with parents and share information through daily discussions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY344572 Local authority Brent Inspection number 844062 Type of provision Out of school provision Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 4 - 8 Total number of places 20 Number of children on roll 4 Name of provider Joan Patricia McFarlane Date of previous inspection 2 December 2009 Telephone number 07904 147 399

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Setting details

Children Making A Change is an out-of-school club that is privately owned. It operates from Wembley Primary School, in the London Borough of Brent. The club is open each weekday from 3.30pm to 5.45pm in school term times only. There are three staff employed to work with the children, of whom one holds an early years qualification at level 3 and one holds a qualification at level 2.

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Setting details

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

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Setting details

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Setting details

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