Starfish Holiday Club @ St Andrews

Starfish Holiday Club @ St Andrews St Andrews C Of E School, Belfast Street, Hove BN3 3YT

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Inspection date 3 July 2019 Previous inspection date Not applicable

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager and his staff understand how to provide a welcoming and active club which helps to support local children and their families. They routinely reflect on their practice to identify areas for improvement. For example, new coat hooks mean children do not put their coats on the floor and have additional floor space to play. n The manager and senior staff hold regular one-to-one meetings with staff to review their practice and training needs. They ensure that staff have current, up-to-date training in key areas, such as safeguarding. n Staff are clear about the importance of liaising with other professionals within the school, as well as parents, to help promote positive relationships and consistency of care. Staff understand the need to encourage children to behave in a polite and respectful way. n The manager and his staff understand the needs of young children. They plan engaging activities to complement the more formal learning in school. For instance,

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This provision meets requirements

children recently 'camped' in play tents and completed nature treasure hunts. Staff supplement children's learning in school, such as by learning about the celebration of festivals from around the world, which helps to support their understanding of diversity. n Safeguarding is effective. The manager and his staff understand the safeguarding and welfare requirements. They know the procedures to follow and the people to contact if they have a concern about a child's safety or welfare. n Staff recognise the importance of providing a healthy diet and physical exercise, to help to support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles.

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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

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector had a tour of the premises used by the club and viewed the resources available. n The inspector discussed with the manager and the coordinator how they plan to meet the needs of the children. n The inspector reviewed documentation, including policies, staff qualifications and suitability, and children's records. n The inspector held discussions with the manager and staff about their understanding of safeguarding procedures. n The inspector discussed future plans for the club with the manager.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY547138 Local authority Brighton and Hove Inspection number 10103574 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care Age range of children 4 - 11 Total number of places 19 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Starfish Kids Club Limited

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07941525291

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Starfish Holiday Club @ St Andrews registered in 2017. It operates from St Andrews C Of E School in Hove, Sussex. It provides after-school care from 3.15pm to 6pm. There are four members of staff, one of whom holds a relevant childcare qualification.

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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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