Delph Out Of School Care

Delph Out Of School Care Denshaw Road, Delph, Oldham, Lancashire OL3 5HN

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Inspection date 30 November 2018 Previous inspection date 2 July 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 Effectiveness of leadership and management Good 2 Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2 Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2 Outcomes for children Not Applicable

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This provision is good

n Children are well settled in this well-resourced environment. They are cared for by enthusiastic and motivated staff who are compassionate and caring. Children have ample opportunities to participate in a range of activities that meets their interests. n The manager leads her staff team with expertise. She has secure relationships with them that allow for reflection and collaborative working. Staff work effectively together to meet the needs of children and support each other. n Parents are very complimentary about the provision and staff. They have a good knowledge of what happens in their children's time at the provision, and discuss the communication which they feel is key in supporting their children and families. n Partnership with the host school is effective and very strong. The provision and school staff work together seamlessly, which strengthens the continuity of ongoing learning for children.

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This provision is good

n Children have the utmost respect for other children and adults. They are guided by positive staff who support children's developing knowledge in equality and diversity. For example, children have open discussions about children's differences, similarities and backgrounds. This supports children's understanding of the world around them and their local community. n Although staff have attended training courses that support specific understanding of topics, they have not focused it on developing the quality of opportunities to a higher level. This means children are not always given varied opportunities to engage in. n There are occasions when children's play and activities are not extended with further resources to allow for creativity and imagination to develop further and flourish.

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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

n focus staff training to raise the quality of activities to a higher level, to enable children to gain more experiences n extend opportunities for children to engage in more creative and challenging activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact they have on children's learning. n The inspector spoke to all staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection and took into account the views of parents spoken to on the day. n The inspector viewed a range of documentation used by the provision, including policies, procedures and children's records, and she checked evidence of the suitability of all staff. n The inspector toured all areas of the school used for childcare and looked at the range of resources available for children's play.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The manager leads her staff team with enthusiasm and skill. Together they offer children opportunities to engage in play that meets their needs and abilities. Staff have secure relationships with children, communicating with them all effectively. Staff have regular appraisals and opportunity to evaluate the provision. They work with each other to ensure children have activities to participate in, and areas for them to relax and have quiet times with their friends. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. All staff are aware of the various signs, symptoms and indicators of abuse and what procedures to follow should they have any concerns about a child in their care. Children are further protected from harm through regular risk assessment and clear policies that support any incidents that may have occurred or allegations. Children are taught about the importance of protecting themselves and to how to give consideration to risks they may

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

be taking. This supports their independence and positive self-awareness.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Children have ownership of their environment and are free to access resources and activities that are available to them. Staff support children's interests and enjoy spending time interacting with them. Children are confident to participate in group games and spend time on their own either reading or participating in a quiet activity, such as art. Staff plan the room to allow children to have access to the various areas of interest. Communication between staff and the school means activities compliment the learning that is taking place during the school day and strengthening skills learned. This also allows for a partnership approach to helping to close any gaps in progress. Children's language and communication skills are being developed and enhanced by the staff team. They ask questions that require thought and consideration. This gives children the opportunity to extend their language skills and expand on their vocabulary.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children have access to a secure outdoor area that offers a wealth of opportunities for children to become involved in. Staff are able to support particular interests of children through additional outdoor resources, such as physical equipment. Children are offered healthy snacks at the provision. They use mealtimes to socialise and communicate about their day and to share any interesting facts about themselves. Staff eagerly join in conversations, extending vocabulary through questioning and participation. Children have clear guidelines around positive behaviour and what is expected of them. A collaborative approach between the provision, school and parents ensures children receive a clear message that is consistent. As a result, they are kind, considerate and respectful of everyone. Older children show a natural protection and respect for their younger peers. They read to them, check they are having a good afternoon and support

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

them when they are involved in activities. This is reflective of staff and the caring nature they display, making them positive role models.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY301753 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 10065381 Type of provision Out-of-school day care

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childcare on non-domestic premises Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 40 Number of children on roll 91 Name of registered person Buckley, Christopher John

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Date of previous inspection 2 July 2015 Telephone number 07963629602

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Delph Out Of School Care registered in 2005. There are five members of childcare staff. Of these, the manager holds a qualification at level 4, and two hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The club is open Monday to Friday, from 7.45am to 9am and 3.15pm to 5.45pm, 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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