Browsers Link Club

Browsers Link Club Cinnamon Brow C of E Primary School, Perth Close, Fearnhead, WARRINGTON, WA2 0SF

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 March 2016 9 November 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Children make independent choices in their play from the broad range of activities on offer. Staff take account of children's different abilities, interests and ways of learning to make sure activities meet their needs.  Children are very happy and form secure attachments with staff and other children. Staff are friendly, caring and approachable and they get to know children well. This helps children to feel safe and secure and promotes their well-being effectively.  Partnerships with parents are good. Staff share information with parents about the activities and routines that their children take part in. Parents are positive about the care their children receive.  Children's behaviour is good. Older children assist younger children and they play amicably together. Children devise their own rules, fostering a positive environment of learning, encouragement, mutual respect and tolerance for others.

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This provision is good

 The manager and staff continuously reflect on and evaluate the quality of activities and care of children. They obtain the views of parents and children to help drive ongoing improvements to the club.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not obtain enough information from the staff in the host school to make sure they can fully complement the learning for individual children.  There are few opportunities for children to reflect on the similarities and differences of people within their local community.

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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

 enhance information obtained from the school to complement learning and promote fun experiences for individual children  provide further opportunities and experiences for children to develop an even better understanding of their local community.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's achievements.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of staff working with children, policies, procedures, risk assessments and the club's self-evaluation.  The inspector held meetings with the manager throughout the inspection.  The inspector took into account the views of parents, children and staff.  The inspector had a tour of the premises.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff know the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to record and report any concerns regarding children's welfare. Staff have attended safeguarding training. This helps to ensure their knowledge of current legislation is up to date. Staff are clear about their responsibilities to protect children and keep them safe. For example, there are effective procedures in place when staff collect children from the main school at the end of the day. The manager provides ongoing individual support and guidance for staff. The manager and staff attend all mandatory training and are encouraged to access opportunities for professional development. Staff have a range of experience and share good practice, which helps them develop their skills even further. There has been an improvement to the club since the last inspection. This is because the manager and staff fully recognise the need to continue to monitor the quality of the

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

provision to help improve the variety of experiences that they provide.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

All staff fully understand how children play. They provide choice and support for children, who are ready to play and relax. In addition, staff make observations of children and take account of what they are ready to learn next. Staff consult with children to find out what they enjoy doing and what they would like to do in the club. They use the information to plan activities that motivate children and reflect their individual interests. Staff involve children in constant conversation to ensure that they are learning to communicate well. Children thoroughly enjoy creative activities. For example, they enjoy making Easter cards and crafts. They use all materials available to them, showing skill and control. Children work well together as they discuss their ideas with one another and staff. Staff's interactions with children are effective, they make suggestions to children to support their ideas, helping them to think through a process and encourage ongoing play.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy and enjoy attending the club. They settle well on arrival and follow a familiar routine. Older children support younger children and teach them how to play games and solve simple problems. Children's independence skills are promoted well, in readiness for the next steps in their learning. Children are self-assured and help themselves to the snack and drinks that are on offer. The key-person system is effective. This helps staff build secure relationships with parents and children in the club. Children have good relationships with staff and their friends. Staff are positive role models for children. Staff provide a good variety of activities for children, so they can make independent choices about their play. The inside play environment is well organised and provides children with opportunities to play quietly or to be more active. Children have regular access to the outdoors which helps to promote their physical strength and agility.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children understand how to be healthy and staff promote good hygiene routines. Children know that they need to wash their hands before snack.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY446179 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 1041501 Type of provision Out of school provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 3 - 14 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 59 Name of provider Browsers Link Club Partnership Date of previous inspection 9 November 2012 Telephone number 07904937967

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Setting details

Browsers Link Club was registered in 2006. It is managed by a private provider and serves the host school. The club employs three members of childcare staff, two of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The club opens from 8am to 9am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only.

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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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