Maple Cross and West Hyde Playscheme

Maple Cross and West Hyde Playscheme Maple Cross Junior Middle & Infant School, Denham Way, Maple Cross, RICKMANSWORTH, Hertfordshire WD3 9SS

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Inspection date 30 July 2019 Previous inspection date 20 August 2014

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider has robust recruitment and vetting procedures in place to help ensure that all staff are suitable to work with children. New staff work through an in-depth induction process. This helps them to fully understand their role and responsibilities. n The manager ensures that staff understand how to protect children's welfare. For example, that they know how to keep children safe and are aware of the procedures to follow to report any concerns relating to their safety. n Through discussion, the manager shows that she understands how to plan an exciting range of games and activities which consider children's interests and wishes, both inside and outdoors. n The manager understands the importance of helping children to develop healthy lifestyles. For example, they promote healthy eating and provide many opportunities for children to be active outdoors. n The provider, manager and staff regularly reflect on their practice and actively seek the

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This provision meets requirements

views of children and parents. They incorporate their ideas into practice, for example by adding new activities that children request.

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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 spoke to the manager about her understanding of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. n The inspector looked at the evidence of the suitability of adults who work on the premises and a selection of policies, safety procedures and required documentation. n The inspector discussed with the manager the activities, resources and equipment that are available for children to use. n The inspector took into account the provider's reflections on practice, ongoing action plans and staff's ongoing professional development opportunities.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY413138 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10112927 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 0 - 0 Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Three Rivers District Council

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Date of previous inspection 20 August 2014 Telephone number 01923 776611

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Maple Cross and West Hyde Playscheme registered in 2010 and is managed by Three Rivers District Council. The manager is currently the only member of staff employed and holds a level 6 qualification. The setting usually operates during the Easter and summer school holidays, Monday to Friday, from 8.30am until 5pm.

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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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