Afc Social Opps

Afc Social Opps Castle Leisure Centre, Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0EZ

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 May 2018 Not applicable

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The provision meets requirements

 Safeguarding is prioritised at the setting. Recruitment and induction procedures are robust. Staff are well trained and know how to help to safeguard children from harm.  Staff know how to build good bonds with children and nurture their confidence. Staff know how to recognise their efforts and help them to feel a sense of achievement.  The manager understands how to cater for children's interests and levels of development. Provision is in place for a broad range of experiences for children.  The manager ensures that staff undertake appropriate training to meet the needs of the children they care for. The manager has systems in place to improve staff practice, including daily briefings, regular supervision and professional development.  The manager values the role of parents and external agencies. Staff ensure that they understand the precise needs of the individual child before they begin to attend.

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The provision meets requirements

 The manager shows pride in the community-based service she offers with her team. She knows how to evaluate the quality of the provision and outcomes for children.

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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 held a meeting with the manager and discussed self-evaluation.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting.  The inspector spoke to some staff and parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector took a tour of the setting.  The inspector observed staff interacting with older children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY499920 Local authority Bury Inspection number 1050479 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 8 - 14 Total number of places 7 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Action for Children

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 0161 763 3939

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Afc Social Opps registered in 2016 and is run by Action for Children. It is a community- based group which specifically supports children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. It operates from 9.30am to midday and 1.30pm to 4pm on Saturdays. The setting employs 16 members of staff, two of whom hold early years qualifications at level 3.

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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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