The Squirrels Club

The Squirrels Club Coppice Primary School, Trinity Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B75 6TJ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 September 2015 2 June 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The provider has made significant improvements since the last inspection. She now understands and implements all of the statutory requirements.  Staff demonstrate good understanding of their roles and responsibilities. They know how to respond to any safeguarding concerns. Regular training is undertaken to ensure their knowledge is kept up to date.  The required documentation is in place and available for inspection. Useful information for parents is displayed on the noticeboard.  Managers demonstrate that they understand the importance of working closely with staff to evaluate practice and identify any training needs.  Staff demonstrate how they promote children's safety and welfare. They explain how they check that the premises are secure and that equipment and resources are suitable.  Staff recognise the importance of working in partnership with others. They explain how regular information is exchanged with parents and school staff.

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The provision meets requirements

 Managers describe clear arrangements for developing effective relationships with parents to share information. Staff understand the importance of obtaining the details they need to meet children's needs and know how to keep parents well informed about their children's care.  Staff demonstrate a good awareness of helping children to understand how to behave and how to be considerate to one another.

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The provision meets 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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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the club and the range of equipment and resources available for children.  The inspector held discussions with the provider and staff regarding their knowledge and understanding of all of the statutory requirements.  The inspector looked at relevant policies and documentation and discussed self- evaluation and improvement plans with the provider.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of staff.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 229108 Local authority Birmingham Inspection number 1017353 Type of provision Out of school provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 72 Number of children on roll 0 Name of provider Suzanne Thelma Bullock Date of previous inspection 2 June 2015 Telephone number 01216758298

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Setting details

The Squirrels Club was registered in 1993. The club is open from 7.30am to 9am and from 3.25pm to 6pm during term time. The club is also open from 8am to 6pm during school holidays. The club employs four members of staff, three of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3.

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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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