Pilsley Pirates Club

Pilsley Pirates Club Pilsley Primary School, Station Road, Pilsley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 8EU

p.1

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 13 July 2015 22 September 2014

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

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

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

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

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

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

p.1

This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

p.1

This provision is good

 The children are very enthusiastic about attending the club. They chat to staff when they collect them from their classrooms and show they feel secure and happy as they share details about their day at school.  Children settle well to the activities on offer and develop these as they use their imagination well in their own play. Staff are good teachers who skilfully interact and extend children's learning through two-way conversations.  Partnerships with the host schools are good. Staff share information effectively with the schools that children attend and pass on information from the schools to parents. This benefits children's well-being.  Children are safeguarded well because staff fully understand their responsibilities and know the procedures to follow if they have any concerns. This effectively protects children's welfare.  Good progress has been made since the last inspection. The setting has addressed all

p.1

This provision is good

the actions and recommendations raised. All staff now hold a relevant paediatric first- aid qualification and drinking water is freely available at all times.  The manager and staff team are professional and committed to their roles. They offer stability and consistency to children and parents. All staff regularly attend relevant training to ensure their knowledge and skills are up to date, and have regular supervisions and appraisals.

p.1

It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children are not given enough responsibility during routine tasks to develop their independence and self-help skills.  The management team does not sufficiently encourage parents to regularly share their views and give feedback to support the ongoing development of the club.

p.1

What the setting needs to do to improve further

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

p.2

What the setting needs to do to improve further

 enhance opportunities for children to take responsibility for routine tasks and to support their growing independence  seek the views of parents on a regular basis, to inform self-evaluation and help to drive future improvement.

p.2

Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the hall.  The inspector held discussions with the manager, staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at a range of records and documents.  The inspector spoke to parents to take their views into consideration.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and the qualifications of all staff working with children.

p.2

who attend. This is good

The experienced and mainly qualified staff provide a good range of activities that children choose from freely according to their needs after their day at school. Children are very familiar with the daily routine, which means they are confident and self-assured. Staff encourage children to initiate their own play and learning, which enables them to make their own choices and decisions. This results in children feeling valued and respected. For example, some children enjoy drawing, while others choose to complete games on the computer. Children develop their imagination as they play at hairdressers, set up a restaurant or take care of their babies. Staff play alongside them and develop their learning. For example, they discuss the ingredients for chilli con carne or book an appointment at the hairdressers. Children independently write menus and price lists to support their play. This complements and extends the learning that takes place at school

p.3

who attend. This is good

and develops the skills they need to learn effectively.

p.3

good

Staff are friendly and good role models. They join in with play activities and form good relationships with children. Staff use a fair and firm approach to effectively manage children's behaviour. This means children fully understand the boundaries and expectations within the setting. As a result, younger and older children generally behave well and play cooperatively together. Staff provide children with regular praise and encouragement to enhance their self-esteem. Children have a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe and healthy. Staff follow clear hygiene practices and provide children with a variety of nutritious snacks. However, staff do not involve children with the preparation of snacks or allow them to serve themselves. In addition, children are not encouraged to help staff set up on arrival. As a result, opportunities for children to take responsibility for routine tasks and develop their independence are not maximised.

p.3

provision is good

The staff have a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The manager and staff implement a good range of written policies and procedures. These are available on the club's extensive website and are shared with parents when their child first starts at the club. In addition, written risk assessments are completed and regular fire drills held. Children are transported in cars from another nearby school to the club and they are kept safe as they use booster cushions and seat belts. All this ensures children's safety. The management team work well together and reflect on their daily practice. They confidently identify their strengths and areas for future development. Partnerships with parents are good and staff talk to parents at drop off and collection times, and share information about their child. However, the club is not maximising ways to obtain the views of parents to support the overall development of the club. Parents are

p.3

provision is good

happy with the service the club provides and say their children are happy and enjoy coming to the club.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number EY359141 Local authority Derbyshire Inspection number 1010736 Type of provision Out of school provision Registration category Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 48 Number of children on roll 45 Name of provider Jane Shepherd Date of previous inspection 22 September 2014 Telephone number 07779152117

p.4

Setting details

Pilsley Pirates Club was registered in 2007. The out-of-school club is run and managed by a private provider who holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 5. The club employs two other members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The club opens from Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 9am and 3pm until 6pm, during term time.

p.4

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.

p.4

Setting details

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.

p.4

Setting details

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk. You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way. To receive regular email alerts about new publications, including survey reports and school inspection reports, please visit our website and go to ‘Subscribe’.

p.5

Setting details

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

p.5