Pin Green Playcentre

Pin Green Playcentre Hampson Park, Webb Rise, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 5QU

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 30 May 2018 12 August 2014

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The provision meets requirements

 Staff understand how to protect children's welfare. They know how to keep them safe and are aware of the procedures to follow to report any concerns relating to children's safety.  The provider and staff understand the importance of physical exercise on children's health and well-being. They provide many opportunities for children to be active, such as by engaging in physical play and team games outside.  The provider has vetting procedures in place to ensure that children are cared for by suitable people. Staff receive induction to help them to understand how to implement the provider's policies and procedures.  The provider and staff regularly reflect on their practice and actively seek the views of children. They incorporate their ideas into practice, such as by adding new activities that children request.  Staff understand how to plan an exciting range of games and activities which considers

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The provision meets requirements

children's interests and wishes, such as cooking, craft activities and outdoor play.

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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 spoke to the provider and senior play leader about their understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage.  The inspector reviewed the resources and equipment for use with children. She also observed part of the session with the older children and spoke to staff.  The inspector looked at the evidence of the suitability of adults who work on the premises and a selection of policies, safety procedures and required documentation.  The inspector took into account the staff's reflections on practice, ongoing action plans and staff's ongoing professional development opportunities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 146464 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 1103030 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 0 - 8 Total number of places 100 Number of children on roll 48 Name of registered person Stevenage Borough Council

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Date of previous inspection 12 August 2014 Telephone number 01438 726749

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Pin Green Playcentre registered in 1993 and is managed by Stevenage Borough Council. The playcentre employs eight staff. Of these, six hold appropriate qualifications from level 2 to level 5. The playcentre is an open-access scheme for children aged five to 14 years. Children may attend and leave as they wish. Children under the age of five may attend providing an adult accompanies them. The playcentre is open during all school holidays, except between Christmas and New Year, on Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm and from 1.30pm to 5pm. It is also open during term times on Tuesday to Friday from 3.30pm to 6pm and on Saturday from 10am to 12.30pm and from 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

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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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