Getactive@gemsdidcotprimaryacademy

Getactive@gemsdidcot primaryacademy Gems Primary Academy, Chestnut Drive, Harwell, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 6DP

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Inspection date 16 August 2019 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 The providers and staff have successfully addressed the recommendations set at the last inspection. For example, staff now provide a wide range of resources and activities based on children's interests. n Partnerships with parents are good. Parents appreciate the information they receive and say that their children love coming to the holiday camp. n Children behave very well and staff are consistent in their approach to managing their behaviour. Children listen attentively to instructions and respond appropriately to clear guidance. n Staff are attentive and caring. They provide a warm, welcoming environment where children form close relationships with staff and each other. Children are happy, relaxed and feel safe and secure. n Staff do not organise some whole-group activities effectively enough to involve all children and at times some children lose interest and become distracted. n Staff do not maximise opportunities for children to develop their own ideas to solve

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This provision is good

problems that arise during creative activities and their play.

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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 develop the organisation of whole-group activities to engage all children more effectively n provide more opportunities for children to develop their own ideas in their play and during creative activities.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

n The inspector viewed all areas of the setting accessed by children and observed children engaging in activities indoors. n The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the provider. n The inspector checked evidence of the suitability and qualifications of staff working with children, and discussed the provider's self-evaluation n The inspector took into account the views of staff, parents and children spoken to on the day of the inspection. n The inspector spoke to the provider, manager and members of staff at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of leadership and management is good

The providers support the staff team well to ensure that its has the skills and knowledge to meet the children's needs successfully. Effective support systems enable staff to complete training that enhances their practice. For example, recent training in behaviour management has enabled staff to manage children's behaviour confidently. The providers and staff are committed to making ongoing improvements to the camp and they use evaluation systems effectively to help identify strengths and areas for improvement. The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. The provider supports the staff well. Staff have completed all areas of safeguarding training and they demonstrate a good understanding of the procedures to follow should they have concerns about children's welfare. Staff benefit from ongoing arrangements, such as supervision and appraisal meetings, to help them develop their knowledge and skills

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff provide children with a wide range of motivating activities to suit their interests and needs. They involve children in discussions, ask questions and encourage them to express themselves. For example, children explain to staff how they jump from one coloured hoop to another, by keeping their feet together. Children eagerly construct rainmakers, showing good concentration and imagination as they colour their designs and cut out shapes. They enjoy tabletop games, such as pool and hockey. Staff support children to understand the world around them through themed activities, such as making Asian lanterns. Snack times and lunchtimes are social events and children join in lively conversations with staff and friends. Children talk enthusiastically about their favourite foods and their recent experiences.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children are happy, confident and independent. They understand the expectations set by staff and are considerate towards each other. They take turns and share resources well. For example, they wait patiently for their turn on the pool table and take an interest while others play. Staff encourage children to be independent and take responsibility for their own belongings. Children collect their own drinks and lunches and tidy away after themselves. Staff work effectively with parents to promote children's understanding of health lifestyles. For example, parents are encouraged to provide their children with healthy snacks and lunches. Children understand the importance of eating nutritious food and can identify a range of foods that are good for them. They are physically active and benefit from access to a large outdoor area.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY550303 Local authority Oxfordshire Inspection number 10107844 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 - 12 Total number of places 100 Number of children on roll 200 Name of registered person RSR Sports Limited

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Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07885572917

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Getactive@gemsdidcotprimaryacademy operates from Gems Academy Primary School in Great Western Park, Didcot. It opens from 8am to 6pm on Monday to Friday, during the school holidays. There are five members of staff working with the children. Of these, two hold qualifications at level 5, one holds a qualification at level 3 and and two hold qualifications at level 2.

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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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