Berries Childcare

Inspection of Berries Childcare Elmwood Primary School, Elm Street,Middleton, Manchester, Lancs. M24 2EG

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The manager does not evaluate the quality of provision effectively. Although she is aware of some strengths and areas for development, she has failed to identify and address some weaknesses. As a result, there are several breaches of requirements. n The manager, who is also the designated safeguarding lead, does not have a strong enough knowledge of safeguarding issues and procedures. She does not understand the procedures to follow should there be an allegation against a member of staff, nor does she have regard for the 'Prevent' duty. Her lack of knowledge reflects throughout the staff, who also do not understand these aspects of safeguarding practice and procedure. This leaves children at risk of harm. n The manager has not ensured that there is a member of staff who holds a current paediatric first-aid certificate available and on site at all times. While the manager does have this necessary training, she regularly attends meetings

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outside of the club. During these times, children are vulnerable as they do not have a suitable adult to administer first aid if needed. n The manager has not appropriately risk assessed the main entrance to the club. Visitors to the club are not monitored or regulated until after they have gained access to the room where children play. There are no measures in place to prevent members of the public from quickly gaining access to the club. The manager has identified this issue. However, she has not put additional safety measures in place to minimise the risk to children. n The manager ensures that children's medication forms are robustly detailed and shared with parents. She takes extra steps to ensure staff members are aware of different children's medical needs. For example, she works in close partnership with parents to create confidential profiles which detail children's individual needs. This means that staff can take necessary steps to ensure all

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children, including those with complex health needs, are always fully included. n Staff consider children's individual stages of development when organising and planning activities. They understand how to use their observations of children's play to challenge and engage them. Staff also have due regard for children's interests and opinions. They encourage children to share ideas for any resources or activities they would like, for example, by providing a 'suggestions box'.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

ensure the main entrance to the club is robustly risk assessed to prevent any unauthorised access and minimise possible harm to children 07/11/2019

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ensure safeguarding procedures have suitable regard for the 'Prevent' duty guidance 18/11/2019

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ensure the designated lead for safeguarding has adequate knowledge and training to fulfil their responsibilities and implement procedures which help protect children from harm 27/11/2019

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ensure that a member of staff with paediatric first-aid training is available and on site at all times 27/11/2019

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Due date

ensure managers and staff understand the correct procedures to follow should an allegation be made against a member of staff. 18/11/2019

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Setting details

Unique reference number 316363 Local authority Rochdale Inspection number 10106669 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 to 10 Total number of places 32 Number of children on roll 48 Name of registered person Berry, Jennifer

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reference number

Telephone number 0161 287 0607 Date of previous inspection 24 February 2015

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Information about this early years setting

Berries Childcare registered in 1999. The setting employs four members of childcare staff, one of whom holds a relevant level 3 qualification. The setting opens from Monday to Friday, during term time only. Sessions are from 8am until 9am and then 3.15pm until 5.45pm.

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Inspection activities

n The provider and the inspector discussed the planning, organisation and quality of activities on offer during a learning walk. n The inspector held discussions with all members of staff, the deputy manager and the provider. n A sample of staff qualifications, training certificates and recruitment documents were viewed by the inspector. n The inspector considered the safety and suitability of the premises.

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Inspection activities

6 November 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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Inspection activities

6 November 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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