School's Out Ruddington After School

School's Out Ruddington After School Ruddington Youth And Community Centre, The Green, Nottingham, NG11 6HH

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 July 2016 16 February 2016

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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

 The provider and staff have worked well together to make positive changes since the last inspection to raise the overall quality of the club. The provider is passionate about providing a good service for children and their families.  Risk assessments are thorough. Staff deploy themselves appropriately to assure children's safety and well-being. They are vigilant in their supervision of children, both indoors and outdoors.  Staff involve children in the planning of club activities. Children keenly engage with and participate in the range of experiences on offer.  Staff are good role models and they provide children with consistent guidelines and expectations. Children help to establish the rules of the club, which encourages their good behaviour. They learn why it is important to be kind and to respect one another.  The club has successful partnerships with the local schools. These enable children to

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This provision is good

receive consistency in their care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Systems for staff's professional development are not yet successful at helping staff to achieve outstanding practice.  Occasionally, staff interrupt children's play to engage them in daily routines.

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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 staff's professional development to increase the potential to deliver the highest-quality provision for children  improve opportunities for children to fully explore activities and resources without interruption so they can complete tasks to their satisfaction.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector took account of the views of parents as expressed through their written comments on the club's parent questionnaires.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. The inspector evaluated the range of activities on offer in discussion with the provider.  The inspector spoke to members of staff and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector held a meeting with the provider. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the club's self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff attend training in child protection. They have a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms of child abuse. They fully understand the procedures to follow should they have concerns regarding a child's welfare. The provider and staff maintain a safe environment. They regularly check areas used within the club to minimise potential risks to children. The provider and staff continuously reflect on and evaluate the quality of the provision. They gather the views of parents, in order to review and plan for future improvements and drive forward changes. Staff encourage children to contribute to the evaluation of the club and make suggestions for improvements. Parents show satisfaction with the service provided. In their written comments, they state that they are happy with the care their child receives and that their children enjoy spending time at the club.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children have opportunities to make independent choices in their play, follow their own interests and become active learners. They concentrate for long periods of time as they hunt for insects and look at them under magnifying glasses. Children take part in a range of art and craft activities. They enjoy wrapping their feet in bubble wrap and stomping around in paint, making patterns. They use their imaginations as they sit together, building models with construction sets. Children demonstrate pride in their achievements. Children and staff engage in conversations. Staff ask them questions about what they are doing and encourage them to communicate their ideas. Staff fully understand that children may want some time to relax after a busy day and they take this into account when planning sessions.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's health and well-being are given high priority. Children enjoy healthy snacks and drinks at the club. They demonstrate good independence skills as they serve themselves and help staff to clear away. Children follow good hygiene procedures. They know that they need to wash their hands after outdoor play, handling the pet guinea pigs, before snack and after using the toilet. Children develop their physical skills as they run and play ball and parachute games. Children are developing an awareness of risks as they explore the outdoor area. They have an excellent understanding of the club rules and how these help to keep them safe. Children of all ages play well together. Older children are positive role models, ensuring younger children are fully included in their conversations and games. Staff promote a good understanding of the wider world. Children learn about their community and local and national events. They value diversity and learn about the

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

customs and beliefs of others. Children happily explain that they enjoy their time at the club. They look forward to playing with friends and they have lots of fun activities to play with. They particularly enjoy going on trips out.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY495662 Local authority Nottinghamshire Inspection number 1040829 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 4 - 11 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 230 Name of registered person School's Out Holiday Club Limited

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reference number

Date of previous inspection 16 February 2016 Telephone number 07508056995

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School's Out Ruddington After School was registered in 2015. The club employs eight members of childcare staff, five of whom hold appropriate qualifications at level 3. The club opens from 3pm until 6pm during term time, and from 8.30am until 5.30pm during school holidays.

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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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