Crackerjax

Crackerjax Aspull Church School, Bolton Road, Aspull, Lancashire, WN2 1QW

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 June 2017 26 March 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

 Children of all ages enjoy their time in the club and are often reluctant to leave. They make good use of the interesting play opportunities on offer.  Staff take time to play with children. They use their good knowledge of how children learn to support children's growing communication skills. They model thinking and demonstrate how to do things, helping to extend children's learning through their play.  Relationships are strong. Parents and children quickly establish high levels of trust in the caring and enthusiastic staff team.  Children behave well and staff support children to develop and value the attitudes they need to be good learners in school.  Staff, led by the very experienced manager, regularly and effectively evaluate the quality of the provision. They demonstrate a strong commitment to sustaining good quality care for the children who attend.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not always make the most of opportunities to gather children's views and actively involve them in planning activities.  There is scope to improve the provision for outdoor play, so children who want to play energetically and exercise in the fresh air after their day at school have increased opportunities to do so.

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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 greater opportunities for children to share their views and to contribute to the planning of activities  enhance the provision for outdoor play so children who want to play energetically and exercise in the fresh air have further opportunities to do so.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities indoors and assessed the impact on children's enjoyment and development.  The inspector met with the manager and also spoke to the staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and discussed the provider's self- evaluation and plans for improvement.  The inspector spoke to children and parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector checked evidence of suitability of adults working in the club.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff are aware of the indicators of abuse and know the procedures to follow should they have any concerns about a child in their care. Secure recruitment and vetting procedures are followed and all staff have been thoroughly checked by the provider to ensure they are suitable to work with children. The very experienced and well-qualified manager continuously monitors and reviews staff's practice. She skilfully guides, supports and encourages staff to develop their knowledge and practice, as she works alongside them. They access regular training. This helps to further develop their knowledge and skills. Risk assessments are regularly reviewed and all potential hazards are minimised to ensure children can play safely. Well-organised collection procedures help to keep children safe as they are escorted to and from their schools. Staff make every effort to work in partnership with school staff.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children enjoy a wide range of interesting and challenging experiences that effectively complement their time in school. Staff make excellent use of routine procedures to encourage children to practise and refine their early writing skills. For example, children confidently write their own names to register their attendance on arrival. Children happily explore the familiar surroundings and make meaningful choices about what they play with. They become absorbed in activities of their choice. For example, children repeatedly use large spoons to scoop lentils and pour them into a variety of containers. Children are well supported by staff as they play and have fun together. Staff encourage them to think and make comparisons, for instance, as they talk about how many scoops they need to fill their container. Staff know children well and simultaneously support children of all ages as they play large-group games together. Children have some good opportunities to learn

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Good relationships with their key person and the wider staff team help children to form secure attachments. This provides a strong foundation for their emotional well-being. Children move easily and happily between their schools and the setting. Staff initiate conversations with children as they sit alongside them while they play. They listen to children with interest and ask open questions that encourage lively discussions. Staff are sensitive to children's individual care needs and work closely with parents to ensure these are well met. Children are confident. They are encouraged to make healthy choices about what they eat. They are familiar with established routines and display high levels of independence, for instance, during snack time.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY331080 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 1092649 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 40 Number of children on roll 6 Name of registered person Julie Marie Wilkinson

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reference number

Date of previous inspection 26 March 2015 Telephone number 07731848162

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Crackerjax registered in 2006. The out-of-school club operates from within the premises of Aspull Church School. The setting employs seven members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at levels 2, 3, 4 or 5. The before- and after- school club opens from Monday to Friday during term time and sessions are from 7.50am until 8.50am and from 3.30pm to 6pm. Holiday club sessions are Monday to Friday from 7.50am to 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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