Young People's Activity Team

Young People's Activity Team Ravensthorpe Training Centre, Havelock Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF13 3LU

p.1

Inspection date 22 November 2018 Previous inspection date 30 October 2014

p.1

This provision meets requirements

n Safeguarding is effective. The management team and staff are clear about their responsibility to protect children and keep them safe. They confidently demonstrate their knowledge of the procedures for reporting any concerns about a child's safety. n Partnerships with a wide range of other professionals are well established and effective. Staff ensure that they support children's individual development needs well through a consistent and joined-up approach. This includes, obtaining key information from medical professionals to provide continuity in the care children receive. n Staff complete observations and closely monitor children's progress. They are very knowledgeable about the children they are working with. They carefully plan a varied curriculum, taking into account children's needs, skills and interests. Children also have access to a sensory room and outdoor area. n The management team and staff are passionate about the service they offer. They

p.1

This provision meets requirements

show they are very keen to continue to develop their practice and provide the highest- quality setting. Managers evaluate staff's practice to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Focused professional development is helping all staff to raise their skills to a higher level. n Staff understand the importance of working in partnership with parents and building close relationships with children to ensure they feel settled within their care. They understand how to manage children's behaviour positively.

p.1

This 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. Inspection activities n The inspector had a tour of the areas used by children both indoors and outdoors. n The inspector held a meeting with the assistant manager and looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff. n The inspector discussed safeguarding and welfare requirements with the assistant manager. n The inspector discussed with the provider how they intend to support children.

p.1

This provision meets requirements

n The inspector checked the provider's self-evaluation form and improvement plan.

p.2

Setting details

Unique reference number EY349347 Local authority Kirklees Inspection number 10083479 Type of provision Out-of-school day care

p.3

Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childcare on non-domestic premises Age range of children 6 - 17 Total number of places 26 Number of children on roll 140 Name of registered person Kirklees Council

p.3

reference number

Date of previous inspection 30 October 2014 Telephone number 01924 326 492

p.3

reference number

Young Peoples Activity Team registered in 2007. There are 43 members of staff. Of these, 16 hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including one who holds a level 7 qualification. The provision opens for out-of-school care during term time, Monday to Friday, from 3.30pm until 6.30pm. It opens between 10am until 3pm during the school holidays and from 9.30am until 4.30pm at weekends.

p.3

reference number

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.

p.3

reference number

procedures set out in the guidance Complaints procedure: raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

p.3

reference number

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.4

reference number

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open- government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.4

reference number

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: www.ofsted.gov.uk/user .

p.4

reference number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk

p.4