Stevenage Play Learning & Activity Team Ltd

Stevenage Play Learning & Activity Team Ltd Ashtree Primary School & Nursery, Chertsey Rise, STEVENAGE, Hertfordshire, SG2 9JQ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 7 June 2017 14 January 2015

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The provision meets requirements

 The provider and staff have a good knowledge of the correct procedures to follow should they have concerns regarding children’s welfare. Rigorous recruitment procedures are in place to ensure that staff are suitable for their role.  The provider regularly reflects on the provision she offers. She actively seeks the views of staff, parents and children, in order to strive for continuous improvement.  The provider has a sound knowledge of how to provide individual children with interesting and motivating activities that complement their learning in school.  The provider works in partnership with parents, carers and teachers. She understands the positive benefits of sharing information.  The provider has secure arrangements in place for children to build strong relationships with their key person and other members of staff, to help them to feel safe and secure.  The provider and staff team continue to develop their knowledge and skills. They

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The provision meets requirements

attend regular training, research new ideas online and read professional publications.

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The provision meets requirements

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 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 discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the provider and staff. She took into consideration the evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.  The inspector looked at the policies and procedures with the provider and viewed documentation that she uses when caring for children.  The inspector toured the areas of the premises that are used by children and viewed the range of activities and toys available.  The inspector reviewed how the club reflects on the service it provides.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY424269 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1094730 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 35 Number of children on roll 2 Name of registered person Stevenage Play Learning & Activity Team Ltd

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Date of previous inspection 14 January 2015 Telephone number 07514188258

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Stevenage Play Learning & Activity Team Ltd registered in 2011. The club is situated in Ashtree Primary and Nursery School in Stevenage and is privately managed. It employs eight members of staff, three of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above. The club opens from 3.10pm to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday during term time only.

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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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