Windmill Minors Playclub

Inspection of Windmill Minors Playclub Tolgus Vean, Redruth School, Redruth, Cornwall TR15 1TA

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This provision meets requirements

n Staff explain how they include children in the planning of activities, particularly for the school holidays. They provide a range of toys, games and equipment to suit the ages of children attending. The out-of-school club offers opportunities for children to relax, play games and take part in physical exercise. n Staff know the children well and provide consistent care. For example, children are collected by their key member of staff from school. Staff are aware of children's individual needs, including dietary requirements. They describe appropriate steps to protect children's health. n Staff have a positive approach to behaviour management. They explain how they involve children in making the 'club rules', and how they remind them of these to help children understand. Staff describe how they encourage children to be kind and respectful. n The provider has effective vetting and recruitment procedures to check that

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This provision meets requirements

persons working with children are suitable. Staff complete appropriate training to refresh and develop their childcare knowledge. n Suitable risk assessment procedures are in place to help staff identify and minimise potential hazards to children. Staff explain how they make routine safety checks and remove any damaged resources. They monitor their accident records and take action to prevent recurring incidents. n Staff understand their responsibilities to safeguard children's welfare. They are familiar with the safeguarding policies and procedures. Staff recognise signs for concern and know what they need to do to protect children from harm. n The provider, manager and staff describe how they work in partnership with others. For example, they communicate with parents and school staff to support the care of children. Since the last inspection, the provider has created a social network page to help increase the information available to parents.

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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 102769 Local authority Cornwall Inspection number 10125811 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 5 to 11 Total number of places 37 Number of children on roll 107 Name of registered person Driver, Janet May

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reference number

Telephone number 01209 210820 Date of previous inspection 20 January 2015

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Information about this early years setting

Windmill Minors Playclub registered in 2000. This privately run setting operates from premises in Tolgus Vean on the Redruth School campus, in Cornwall. It opens five days a week all year round. Sessions during term time are from 3.30pm until 6pm. Holiday sessions are from 8am until 6pm. During term time, there are a maximum of four staff working with the children, three of whom hold National Vocational Qualifications at level 3. During the holidays, a maximum of five full- time staff work with the children.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector held discussions with the provider, manager and staff. n The inspector spoke to older children and a parent during the inspection. n The provider gave the inspector a tour of the indoor and outdoor areas. n The inspector checked required documentation, including evidence of staff suitability.

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2 December 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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2 December 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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