Spofforth Childcare

Spofforth Swallows Spofforth C of E Primary School, School Lane, Spofforth, HARROGATE, North Yorkshire, HG3 1BA

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 8 March 2017 13 October 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

 There have been significant improvements since the last inspection. Staff are thoroughly trained in how to safeguard children and their training needs are identified and acted upon regularly. In addition, parents are fully included in the development of the setting and service provided.  Children thoroughly enjoy their time at the setting and are eager to attend. They access a wide range of games and activities indoors. Older children support younger children to participate in activities. Children cooperate well when playing and are developing good social skills.  Children feel safe and secure in the setting. They know the safety procedures to follow and staff are close by to supervise their play. Children ask for help when needed and staff are quick to assist. Children's emotional needs are very well met.  Parents speak very highly of the staff and the setting. They feel staff are approachable

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This provision is good

and friendly. Parents compliment the wide range of activities available and the relationships children have with staff. Partnerships with parents are extremely positive.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Children's interests are not as well catered for outside as they are inside. Resources and activities are more limited, which restricts the games children play outside.

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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

 improve the use of the outdoor area to enable children to access a wider variety of activities that supports their interests.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of practice during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with staff and children during the inspection.  The inspector completed a joint observation with the provider/manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the provider/manager. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting.  The inspector spoke to a number of parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The provider follows a robust procedure for recruiting new staff. All staff are vetted appropriately and inducted so that they are familiar with the setting's policies and procedures. All staff have regular meetings with the provider to discuss their performance and identify any areas where they require additional training. Reflective journals have been recently introduced, which encourages all staff to reflect on their practice and continually strive to improve. These are coupled with a clear development plan for the setting which is continually updated as staff meet targets for improvement. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. All staff are fully trained in safeguarding procedures including the safe use of mobile phones and cameras. Staff know the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to refer their concerns. In addition, the premises are risk assessed daily and all risks are minimised to protect children from harm.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children arrive eager and anticipating the daily activities that are on offer. They immediately settle into play and share resources with their friends. The hall is large and spacious, allowing children to move around and play, while tables are available for children who want to explore craft materials. Staff ensure they are available to support children's play. For example, staff help children to make swords as they pretend to be knights while other staff play board games, teaching children rules to new games and developing their counting skills. Children are fully involved in the planning of activities. They make suggestions and stick them to a planning board which staff use to follow children's ideas and interests for indoor activities. Staff are well qualified and understand how children like to learn. They plan stimulating activities that complement their learning at school. Staff talk to teachers as they bring children to the hall and discuss each child's

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

day. Furthermore, staff take a genuine interest, listening to children talk about their experiences at school.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children understand the rules of the setting and behave very well. They respect staff, listen and follow instructions without hesitation. Older children support the younger children by being positive role models and helping them to understand routines. Children are highly confident, polite and friendly. They have very good social skills and are developing many skills that support their learning in school. Staff are aware of each child's school day and how tired children become. They ensure children have time to rest and relax if they wish. Children's health is also promoted through the provision of healthy snacks. Each child selects a piece of fruit when they arrive at the setting and staff ensure they have nutritious snacks, such as jacket potatoes and pasta salads later on during the session. Children sit together, enjoying each other's company, they talk about their school day and engage in conversation. Parent's feel their children are well cared for and that

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

they make good friends within the setting.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY476826 Local authority North Yorkshire Inspection number 1076670 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 3 - 11 Total number of places 40 Number of children on roll 50 Name of registered person Sharon Mary Hoskin

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Date of previous inspection 13 October 2016 Telephone number 01937 590655

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Spofforth Swallows was registered in 2014. The setting employs four members of childcare staff. Of these, all hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The setting opens from Monday to Friday. Sessions are from 3.20pm until 6.15pm term time and 8am until 6.15pm in the school summer 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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