Schools Out Cool Club

Schools Out Cool Club Glenfall Cp School, Glenfall Way, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 6XZ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 17 May 2017 18 May 2015

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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

 Experienced staff provide a calm and welcoming environment, where children form strong relationships with them. Children feel safe and secure; this effectively supports their emotional well-being.  Children's behaviour is very good. They understand staff's high expectations and the club's behaviour rules. Children are considerate, and respect other people's views.  Staff work well to ensure children's safety and well-being at all times. For instance, they gather detailed information from parents to support children's individual care and dietary needs effectively throughout their time at the club.  Parents report that their children enjoy attending the club, that two-way communication is good and that staff complement children's learning in school. This helps to support a good level of consistency for children's care and play.  The dedicated owner/manager ensures continuous improvement through effective self-

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This provision is good

evaluation that includes the views of parents and children.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 On occasion, staff do not enable younger children to participate more freely in discussions.  Children have few opportunities to extend their interest and build on their knowledge and understanding of modern technology.

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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

 provide more opportunities for younger children to contribute to discussions, in order to enable them to build on their confidence and share their thoughts even more  extend opportunities for children to develop their interest and skills in information and communication technology.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the children's play activities indoors, and looked at the available resources inside and outdoors.  The inspector held discussions with the owner/manager about leadership and management, including how they evaluate practice.  The inspector had discussions with staff, children and a sample of parents and took account of their views.  The inspector sampled and read relevant documentation, including safeguarding.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of adults working with children.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The manager implements effective recruitment procedures to check staff's suitability to work with children. Overall, she supports staff to build on their knowledge and skills continuously, and effectively monitors their work, to support their good practice. Safeguarding is effective. All staff have a good understanding of child protection. They know what to do if they have any concerns about children's welfare and complete regular safeguarding training to keep up to date. The team has made improvements since the last inspection. For example, staff now use the indoor and outdoor areas more effectively to provide a wide range of inviting experiences, to support children's interests.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff are well qualified, experienced and knowledgeable. They interact and play with children and help them to build on the skills they gain in school well. For example, staff help to extend mathematical skills as they talk to children using a dice in a board game. All children freely explore and make choices from the resources and activities available. Overall, staff offer activities that appeal to children's interests and which engage them well in their play after the school day. Many children enjoy being creative and use their imaginations very well. For example, they create intricate patterns with beads and design a vibrant duvet cover. The good partnerships with the school's Reception teacher helps staff to support children's ongoing development and consistency in their learning.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Staff meet children's care needs very well. Children greet staff with enthusiasm and smiles. They tell them about their achievements during the day and staff praise them warmly. Children play well together and have very good standards of behaviour. Older children show care and concern for younger ones. For example, they remind them to put their hoods up and walk safely in the rain. Staff support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles effectively. For example, they learn about the importance of eating healthy snacks and take part in daily physical games and exercise. Children learn to respect beliefs that are different from their own. For example, they routinely learn about cultural festivals and customs. Children develop good levels of independence, such as clearing tables and washing the dishes and cups after their snack.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY422928 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 1094689 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 24 Number of children on roll 43 Name of registered person Valerie Willis-Lea

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Date of previous inspection 18 May 2015 Telephone number 01242234055

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The privately owned Schools Out Cool Club registered in 1990. The club employs five staff who work directly with the children. All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications. The club offers care from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.

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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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