Small Saints Ofsc

Small Saints Ofsc St Marys Rc Church Hall, Duckpool Lane, Whickham, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 4TE

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Inspection date 5 March 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager describes how children are helped to settle into the club and develop relationships with her and the staff team. She talks about how she intends to gather information about children's interests and use this to plan activities that motivate them. n Through discussion, the manager describes how she will plan activities that help children to complement the skills they learn in school. She describes how she will encourage children to take part in activities, such as cooking and baking, to enhance the mathematical skills involved in measuring and counting. n The manager demonstrates how she intends to work with teachers in local schools to support children's learning. She talks about the information she intends to share with them and how she will work in partnership to support children's individual learning needs. n The manager and her staff team have a good understanding of safeguarding procedures. They describe the signs that may indicate possible abuse to children and

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This provision meets requirements

know how to report any concerns they may have about a child in their care. n The manager describes how she reflects upon and evaluates the quality of the club. She seeks the views of children and parents and the support of her local authority to help her identify ways she can improve.

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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 premises. n The inspector discussed with the manager her knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector discussed with the manager her understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector checked the suitability of all staff working at the setting.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY539159 Local authority Gateshead Inspection number 10090141 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care Age range of children 5 - 11 Total number of places 40 Number of children on roll 52 Name of registered person Sanderson, Leanne Janet

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07882421973

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Small Saints Ofsc registered in 2017. The club employs four members of childcare staff. Of these, three hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or higher. The club opens from Monday to Friday, term time only. Sessions are from 7.45am until 8.50am and 3.15pm 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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