Chelmsford YMCA @ Chelmer Village

Chelmsford YMCA @ Chelmer Village Chelmer Village Hall, Village Square, CHELMSFORD, Essex, CM2 6RF

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 19 October 2016 30 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

 Children easily access a wide range of toys and resources that is based on their ages and individual interests. All activities are planned around the areas of learning. They help children to progress well and complement their learning at school.  Staff are friendly, caring and approachable. They know children well, have strong bonds with them and support their emotional well-being successfully.  Staff have high expectations and a consistent approach to managing children's behaviour. Children learn to respect and value others. They behave well and develop strong friendships. Children across the wide age range work and play harmoniously together and offer each other support and encouragement.  Children's good health and physical development are promoted effectively. They have regular opportunities to be active outside and in the large hall.  Strong links with the local school help staff to effectively share information about

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The manager does not consistently seek the views and opinions of children and parents to help develop the quality of the club even further.

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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

 seek the views of parents and children so that they consistently contribute to the self- evaluation process.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors.  The inspector held a meeting with the club manager. She looked at relevant documentation, such as the self-evaluation and evidence of suitability of staff working in the club.  The inspector spoke to a small selection of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The managers ensure that all staff are kept informed about changes in legislation. This helps them to promote children's welfare. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The manager has clear procedures in place that all staff understand. They recognise their responsibility to protect children from harm and know what action to take if they have a concern about a child. Staff ensure that physical risks in the setting are assessed and any potential hazards are minimised. Most staff have attended first-aid training. Staff are well qualified and all are committed to continuing their professional development. The manger reviews staff performance and provides regular feedback and guidance to support them in their role. The staff share ideas and suggestions, helping to build on the quality of the activities offered to children. This helps to ensure that staff support children effectively and provide challenging activities that build on their individual

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy playing with a wide selection of good quality toys and resources. Activities are based on children's interests and the environment is adapted well to support their learning after a structured day at school. This contributes towards children being motivated and able to explore freely. Children socialise with both staff and their friends as they talk about their day at school and upcoming family events. Children are very keen to take part in an autumn leaf sticking activity, choosing different leaves to make into shapes of animals. Children concentrate well on the activity and have very good support and guidance from the friendly staff. Staff record observations of children's play and make sure important information is passed on to parents and teachers. Staff help to prepare and support children well as they move on through school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's confidence and self-esteem are promoted through the praise and encouragement they receive. Staff encourage the children to be respectful of others and to recognise their own unique qualities. Children are aware of expectations and their behaviour is good. Children's independence skills are promoted well. They know about good hygiene practices, such as regular hand washing and using the utensils provided when serving their own snack. Children are confident in the routines of the club. They help themselves to the snack and drinks that are on offer. They learn to develop an awareness of health and safety through the daily routines, discussions and activities. Children are happy and enjoy attending the club. They settle well and follow a familiar routine. They key-person system works well. This helps staff to build secure relationships with parents and children in the club. Children actively contribute to the planning of

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

activities, helping them feel valued and develop a strong sense of belonging.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY452459 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1041614 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 22 Number of children on roll 74 Name of registered person Chelmsford Y.M.C.A. (Trading) Limited

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reference number

Date of previous inspection 30 January 2013 Telephone number 07827996473

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Chelmsford YMCA @ Chelmer Village was registered in 2012. The club opens from Monday to Friday during term time. Sessions are from 7.30am until 8.45am and 3.30pm until 6pm. The club employs three members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds a degree in early years education and two hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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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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