The Bridge School

The Bridge School Hadley Learning Centre, Crescent Road, Hadley, Telford, TF1 5NQ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 April 2016 5 August 2010

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The provision meets requirements

 The manager knows the importance of working closely with the on-site school to ensure robust, two-way communication and information sharing.  Staff understand the importance of exchanging information with parents and other professionals, so that children are provided with continuity in their care. Information is also shared with parents about the service, policies and procedures.  Staff know how to promote healthy lifestyles. They plan to offer children healthy, well- balanced snacks and to provide opportunities for them to be physically active and to spend time in the fresh air each day.  The manager and staff understand their responsibility to safeguard children. They know to report any child protections concerns to appropriate agencies. Staff know how to ensure that parts of the host school used by the children are safe and secure.  The manager knows the importance of evaluating the quality and effectiveness of the

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The provision meets requirements

provision. She understands the value of obtaining the views of others to help identify any strengths and priorities for improvement.  All staff hold current, paediatric first-aid certificates and public liability insurance is in place.  Staff demonstrate a good awareness of the importance of meeting children's needs and of providing suitable experiences for them to enjoy.

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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 held discussions with the provider about the care and learning she intends to provide.  The inspector sampled documentation, including policies and suitability checks for staff who will be working with children.  The inspector observed areas of the school that will be used for the care of children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY360480 Local authority Telford & Wrekin Inspection number 863646 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 - 17 Total number of places 35 Number of children on roll 0 Name of provider Telford & Wrekin Council Date of previous inspection 5 August 2010 Telephone number 07973812572

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Setting details

The Bridge School was registered in 2007. The setting opens to children who attend the host school on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during four weeks of the summer holidays. Sessions are from 10am until 3pm. The setting is specifically for disabled children and those with special educational needs. They also support children who speak English as an additional language. The setting employs two members of childcare staff, both of whom are qualified at level 3 or above.

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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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