Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche

Inspection of Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche Ellergreen Road, Liverpool, Merseyside L11 2RY

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This provision meets requirements

n Staff have a good knowledge of safeguarding and know the signs to be concerned about in relation to child protection matters. They know the procedures to follow if any concerns arise about a child's welfare. Staff complete daily risk assessments to help to ensure that the room and outdoor area are safe for children. n Staff promote children's awareness of keeping themselves safe. For example, they complete topics on using the internet safely, road safety and bicycle safety. n Good procedures are in place for the collection of children. Staff only release children into the care of individuals who the parent has notified them about. n Staff understand the importance of working with parents. They seek information from parents about their child when they first start attending the club, and give verbal feedback to parents about their child's day. They seek parents' views and opinions and act on their requests.

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This provision meets requirements

n Children devise the rules of the club, enabling them to take ownership and have a say about what is acceptable and what is not. They are encouraged to be respectful in their interactions with each other and with staff to help them be responsible citizens. n Staff continually evaluate what they do, what works well and what needs to change. For example, they have recently changed the way they plan activities. Following a training course, staff now give children more involvement in the planning of activities. n Staff provide a welcoming environment where children can access a wide range of toys and resources.

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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.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 322450 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 10123228 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 Full day care Age range of children 3 to 10 Total number of places 56 Number of children on roll 73

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Name of registered person

The Norris Green Community Health Forum Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 0151 233 4596 Date of previous inspection 9 February 2016

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Information about this early years setting

Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche registered in 2000. The club employs seven members of childcare staff. Of these, three hold early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The club is open from Monday to Friday all year round, except for two weeks at Christmas. Sessions are from 3pm to 5.45pm during term time, and from 8am to 5.30pm during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the manager had a tour of the premises and outdoor area. n A meeting was held with the manager. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working at the club. n The inspector spoke to staff during the inspection.

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17 September 2019 We carried out this inspection 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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17 September 2019 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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