Newark After School Club

Newark After School Club Holy Trinity RC Primary School, Boundary Road, NEWARK, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4AU

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 24 May 2016 27 November 2015

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The provision does not meet requirements

 Staff working at the club have places booked on a first aid course, however, at present they do not have an up-to-date first aid qualification, which is a breach of requirements.  The management committee and staff have worked hard to improve their understanding of the early years foundation stage. They have a reasonable understanding of their roles and responsibilities.  Staff have a sound knowledge of the types of abuse children might suffer and the signs and symptoms that may indicate children are at risk of harm. Safeguarding is effective.  Staff plan activities to support children to understand different faiths, traditions and cultures. They help children to take part in national fundraising events to help them to consider how people living in different situations to them might need support and help in their lives.  Staff understand that when children in the early years age range are attending the club

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The provision does not meet requirements

they should plan activities to complement the children's learning in school.  Staff listen to what children have to say. They provide activities and equipment that interest the children. School age children play well together, for example, organising games of table football or making books.  Parents appreciate the club's work. They feel that their children are safe and happy when they are at the club.  Staff and the management committee meet regularly to review staff's work and plan for the future of the club.

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The provision does not meet 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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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the Childcare Register the provider must:

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Due Date

 make sure that there is at least one member of staff at each session who holds an appropriate paediatric first aid qualification. 17/06/2016

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed school aged children in the outdoor area and in the after school club base.  The inspector spoke to members of staff at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector looked at children's records, evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club and a range of other documentation , including policies and procedures.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY434516 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1037316 Type of provision Out of school provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 5 - 11 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 24 Name of provider Newark After School Club Committee Date of previous inspection 27 November 2015 Telephone number 07873 207216

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Setting details

Newark After School Club was registered in 2011. The club employs two members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The club opens from Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 3.15pm until 5.45pm.

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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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