Playclub Unlimited

Playclub Unlimited St. Josephs RC Infant & Nursery School, Higginson Road, STOCKPORT, Cheshire, SK5 6BG

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 28 July 2016 29 January 2013

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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

 Leaders and staff have worked hard since the last inspection to successfully address the weaknesses raised. There has been a significant improvement in the overall quality of the club. The dedicated team actively seeks the views of children in order to identify areas for continuous improvement.  Highly qualified staff use their knowledge, experience and skills very well. They provide rich and varied experiences to motivate children of all ages. Staff transform the school hall into an appealing and stimulating environment for children after the school day or during school holidays.  Relationships with all schools are excellent, contributing towards consistency in children's overall experiences. Staff consider current learning in school as they provide activities which suit children's individual needs and interests.  The club has a calm and inviting atmosphere. Children laugh, play and invite staff into

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This provision is good

their games as they genuinely have fun together. Staff gather meaningful information from parents when children start to help them to settle well. This helps to support children's emotional security.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not always consider different ways to support and encourage new children to become fully involved.  The systems for all parents to contribute to self-evaluation are not always successful.

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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

 explore further ways to encourage and support children who are new to the club to participate  offer all parents more opportunities to provide their views of the club, to further enhance self-evaluation and secure continuous improvement.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector viewed all areas of the club, observed play and learning opportunities for children indoors and outside and spoke to the providers, staff and children at appropriate times.  The inspector completed an evaluation of teaching with the play leader.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, the club's self-evaluation and action plans, policies and procedures and checked evidence of staff suitability and qualifications.  The inspector took account of the views of parents.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Staff receive regular support and guidance from leaders. They benefit from staff meetings and one-to-one discussions where they are able to discuss any areas for professional development and identify any gaps in training. This helps them to continue to refresh their skills and knowledge and support all children's needs. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are aware of the possible signs of abuse and neglect and know what action to take if they are concerned about children's welfare. Leaders ensure that all staff are updated about any changes to policy or legislation. This helps to keep children safe. Detailed risks assessments are carried out and toys and equipment are checked each day as staff set up the premises. Regular fire evacuation procedures are carried out with children. Safety check points are identified when walking around the school grounds. This helps children to learn about protecting their own safety. Parents speak highly about staff

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

and the facilities. They praise the quality of the activities and experiences that their children receive.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

There are many opportunities for children to create, experiment and explore using interesting materials. Children collect grass outdoors, which staff immediately respond to. They provide a large tray and add shaving foam, paint, sequins and toy animals to the grass and children delight in the sensory experience. Staff ask questions to encourage children's thinking and speaking skills. Children particularly enjoy drawing and writing using different tools and equipment. This helps them to develop the skills needed for school. Furthermore, staff support children with homework. There are many opportunities for children to use technology. Older boys enjoy playing handheld games while other children relax on beanbags and watch a film. A favourite activity is participating in 'Playclub has got talent'. Staff join in and juggle with apples to children's delight. Children develop self-esteem and confidence as they stand up to perform. They choose to sing,

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

dance or play an instrument as other children offer support and encouragement. They delight in praise at being awarded the golden buzzer for the favourite act.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Outdoor facilities in school are excellent. Children have daily opportunities to be physically active, riding along on wheeled toys, climbing and balancing or playing football on the large field. Children show kindness and consideration for each other. Older children sensitively support younger children as they play croquet together outdoors. Children are awarded a star of the week, which contributes to their very good behaviour. Cultural awareness and diversity are actively encouraged and promoted through activities, routines and staff practice. Staff provide food tasting sessions where children are able to try foods from different countries. Healthy and varied snacks are available for children. Accessible water means children independently help themselves to drinks throughout the session. During lively conversations at lunchtime, staff promote positive hygiene routines and encourage children's social skills. This helps to enhance their awareness of healthy

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

lifestyles and supports their future learning in school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY435148 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 1041487 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 50 Number of children on roll 115 Name of registered person Julie Longman & Danielle Kelshaw Partnership

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Date of previous inspection 29 January 2013 Telephone number 01614325689

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Playclub Unlimited was registered in 2011. The club cares for children who attend the school and surrounding schools. The club operates Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am to 9am and 3.15pm to 6pm during term time and 7.30am to 5.30pm during school holidays. The club employs 13 members of childcare staff. Of these, one member of staff holds a recognised qualification at level 5, one member of staff holds a recognised qualification at level 4, five members of staff hold recognised qualifications at level 3 and five hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2.

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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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