Great Harwood Activity Club

Great Harwood Activity Club Rushton Street, Great Harwood, BLACKBURN, BB6 7JQ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 December 2016 26 November 2013

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The provision meets requirements

 The provider demonstrates a commitment to working in partnership with parents to ensure children's individual care needs and routines are met. She works effectively with school settings to complement children's experiences there.  Staff demonstrate a good knowledge of how to extend children's learning through their play.  The provider demonstrates an appropriate understanding of risk assessments and any action required to minimise hazards to children. This is both within the club and while walking from school.  The provider understands how to promote children's well-being. She demonstrates that she provides children with a choice of healthy snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise.  The provider and her staff team understand how to positively manage children's behaviour.  The provider and her staff team understand their responsibility to protect the welfare of the children in their care. They are able to implement appropriate child protection

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The provision meets requirements

procedures to help safeguard children and to respond to allegations of abuse.  Staff, led by the provider, effectively evaluate the quality of the provision. They access regular training and welcome support from the local authority. This helps to further develop their knowledge and skills.  The provider has a clear understanding of the records she is required to keep and demonstrates that established systems are used appropriately.  Parents of older children who attend the club report that they are pleased with the service provided and the information shared with them by club staff. They state that their children are happy and enjoy the wide range of activities available. 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

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The provision meets requirements

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 and spoke to staff and older children at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector observed the areas of the school used by the club.  The inspector and the provider discussed the activities provided and looked at play materials and equipment available for use.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, discussed the club's self-evaluation and plans for improvement, policies and procedures and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.  The inspector took account of the views of parents and carers of older children attending the setting who were spoken to on the day.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY405435 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 1065483 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 22 Name of registered person Great Harwood Activity Club

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Date of previous inspection 26 November 2013 Telephone number 01254880818

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Great Harwood Activity Club was registered in 2010 and is operated by a private provider. It is situated within the Great Harwood Primary School building, Great Harwood, Lancashire. The club serves the host school and another local school and is accessible to all children. The club employs five members of childcare staff, of these four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The club opens Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 3.30pm until 6pm.

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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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