The Baptist Church

The Baptist Church Middlesbrough Baptist Church, Cambridge Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 5NN

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 21 February 2017 Not applicable

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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 behave very well. They use good manners and are kind and considerate. They willingly help with tasks, such as serving food at snack time and tidying up.  Children enjoy attending the club and have good relationships with each other and staff who care for them. They are relaxed and confident in approaching staff to ask for help when needed.  Staff engage well with children in their play and support their learning. For example, they join in with their games to encourage their understanding of turn taking and cooperative play.  Staff ensure that children are kept safe during their time at the club. The building is kept secure at all times and staff supervise children appropriately. Risk assessments are undertaken to reduce potential hazards that may endanger children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The current organisation of the indoor environment does not allow for an area in which children can spend time quietly when they wish to.  Staff do not fully include the views of all parents and children to help evaluate and plan for improvements in the club.  The provider does not use highly focused supervision sessions and professional development to enable staff to contribute even more effectively to planning and implementing new experiences for children.

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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

 review the way the indoor space is used to provide areas for children to take part in quieter activities and relax if they become tired  strengthen the self-evaluation of the club so that goals for future improvement fully include the views of parents and children  plan a more defined programme of staff supervision sessions and professional development to further strengthen current strong knowledge and enable staff to implement new ideas and experiences for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities in the main playroom and conducted a joint observation with the provider.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.  The inspector looked at policies and relevant documentation and discussed self- evaluation.  The inspector held discussions with children, staff and the provider at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of parents' views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The provider ensures that all staff are aware of their responsibilities for child protection and know what to do to protect children's welfare. Staff implement the policies and procedures of the club effectively to help keep children safe and well. Outings are planned carefully so that children are not at risk when off the premises. All staff complete first-aid training and appropriately stocked first-aid kits are readily available. The staff team has regular discussions between themselves to evaluate the quality of the provision and decide how they can make improvements. Parents report that they are happy with the care their children receive. They find staff helpful and approachable.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children take part in a good range of freely chosen and planned activities. Staff help them to feel at ease and have fun during their school holidays. Children play well together. For example, older children invite the youngest children to join them in games and include them in their play. Staff are skilful at promoting children's learning through play and building on their learning at school. They strengthen children's letter and sound recognition as they encourage them to write their name on their pictures. They talk about numbers, shapes and size in conversation, reinforcing children's mathematical development. Children are supported to have a go at doing things for themselves, such as using scissors, which also helps their physical skills. Staff help children to develop their creativity and express their ideas, for example, as they explore craft materials and build dens. They help to extend children's language and thinking skills by asking questions that

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

encourage them to build on their understanding and develop conversations.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff are good role models and treat children with warmth and respect. They know each child well, including their interests, likes and dislikes. Children are supported and helped to settle into the club and they soon form friendships with other children. There is a happy, friendly atmosphere. Staff build children's confidence and self-esteem well. For example, they sit with children at mealtimes and during activities, encouraging conversations and showing an interest in their lives. They meet children's physical needs well. Opportunities are provided for children to take part in energetic games outdoors to help ensure they get plenty of fresh air and exercise. Staff teach children how to keep themselves safe and use the space and resources in an appropriate way.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY492189 Local authority Middlesbrough Inspection number 1029911 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 - 10 Total number of places 32 Number of children on roll 20 Name of registered person Caroline Cummins

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07758242593

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The Baptist Church was registered in 2015. The club employs five members of childcare staff, including the manager. All staff hold appropriate early years qualifications. The club opens during school holidays, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 8am until 5.45pm.

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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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