Smash

Smash St Margarets Church Centre, Ipswich IP4 2BT

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Inspection date 17 December 2018 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Not applicable 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 enjoy their time at the club and are happy and relaxed. They choose from a varied range of activities and experiences on offer to them each day. Children say that they like taking part in creative activities, games and playing football. n Staff ensure that children's views are heard. For example, they hold 'council' meetings where they discuss new equipment and what they like to do at the club. n Children develop their independence skills well. They are encouraged to help with everyday tasks, such as preparing their snacks and clearing the table. This helps to give them a sense of responsibility. n Children are well behaved. Staff are positive role models and relationships are very good. Staff know the children and their families well. Children develop good friendships with each other and play together cooperatively. n Staff build strong relationships with parents. Parents speak highly of the service

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This provision is good

provided. They say the staff are very friendly and helpful and that their children are always happy to come to the club. n Staff plan a wide range of activities that supports children's interests and individual needs. Children have time to explore ideas and follow their interests. For example, they show good concentration and involvement when taking part in craft activities. n The arrangements for the supervision and support of staff are not fully embedded, to clearly identify how staff can raise the quality of their practice to the highest level. n Staff do not consistently provide children with opportunities to rest and relax comfortably after the school day.

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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 enhance the current arrangements for staff support and supervision and identify ways to raise their practice to an even higher level n review and improve the organisation of the environment to provide children with opportunities to rest and relax comfortably if they need to.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

Inspection activities n The inspector observed the activities indoors and the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector talked to staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector completed a joint observation with the club manager. n The inspector held a meeting with the club manager. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The manager and staff provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for children. The club is well managed, and the daily sessions run very smoothly. Staff work well together, and they make good use of their skills and qualifications to provide children with a positive experience. Safeguarding is effective. Staff attend relevant training and have a good understanding of the procedures to follow if they have any concerns about a child's welfare. They implement policies and procedures to keep children safe. For example, they risk assess the premises before the children arrive and work together to effectively supervise the children. The recruitment procedures are robust, and staff complete an induction programme to help them to understand their roles and responsibilities. The manager has a clear vision for the future and is continually making improvements to the provision. Parents, children and staff are encouraged to be involved

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff warmly greet each child and make sure there are plenty of activities ready to interest everyone. They provide creative and fun activities that support children's development, such as making 'slime'. Children are motivated and fully engaged in their play. Staff have a very good knowledge and understanding of how to complement children's learning at school. They interact with children warmly and positively. They ask questions and add explanations to their games. This helps to build on children's existing abilities and skills. Children are encouraged to develop their use of language and work with numbers. They play games where they have to guess the time, and enjoy completing puzzles. Staff provide a range of activities, engaging children of all ages. Children are proud of their pictures and models they make at the club.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children develop warm relationships with staff, who are responsive to their needs and interests. This helps to foster children's emotional well-being. The key-person system is very effective. Staff get to know children well, developing strong and trusting relationships. They help younger children settle and make new friends. Children learn about the importance of healthy living. Staff talk to them about the benefits of a healthy diet, and encourage them to adopt good hygiene routines. Meal times are sociable occasions, where children sit together and talk about their day. Children have opportunities for physical exercise during their time at club. They enjoy group games, such as football, that help them to learn to cooperate, understand rules and gain good coordination. Children learn how to use tools and equipment safely. They are involved in writing the rules of the club, which helps them to understand the expectations of staff

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

and contributes to them learning to respect the views and beliefs of others.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY537785 Local authority Suffolk Inspection number 10076930 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 5 - 11 Total number of places 32 Number of children on roll 63 Name of registered person Alpha Community Nurseries Ltd

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reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07956 640451

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Smash registered in 2016. The club employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The manager holds early years professional status. The club opens from Monday to Friday during term time only. Sessions are from 3pm until 6pm.

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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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