Giggles

Inspection of Giggles Athelney Primary School, Athelney Street, LONDON SE6 3LD

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This provision meets requirements

n Practitioners demonstrate a good understanding of the needs and interests of children in the early years age range. They know how to ensure children are happy and settled. The setting offers a wide range of suitable toys and resources to keep children engaged. n Practitioners feel valued and well supported. They feel confident in their roles and know they can ask for support if needed. Regular appraisals are held to discuss practitioners' performance and identify training needs. n Managers attend regular training to keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date. They understand the signs which may indicate a child is at risk of harm and know what action they should take. Safe recruitment procedures are in place to ensure staff are suitable for their roles. n Managers are committed to partnership working. They have systems in place to share information with parents and the school to support children's well-being.

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This provision meets requirements

n Practitioners are aware of the importance of providing a safe environment for children. They discuss how they carry out risk assessments both at the setting and on outings. They know how to minimise possible hazards. n Managers understand how to promote children's health and well-being. They plan a variety of healthy snacks and daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. n Practitioners explain how they promote children's positive behaviour. They understand the importance of giving children praise and helping them to understand what is expected of them. n Managers demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. They regularly seek the views of parents and children to help them develop their provision.

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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 EY424766 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10112693 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 40 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Giggles Childcare Services Partnership

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reference number

Telephone number 07944264671 Date of previous inspection 11 December 2014

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Information about this early years setting

Giggles is an out-of-school club run by Giggles Childcare Services Partnership and registered in 2011. It operates from Athenley Primary School in Catford, in the London Borough of Lewisham. It provides care for children who attend the host school and other local primary schools. The club operates from 3.30pm to 6.30pm each weekday during term time, and from 8am to 6.30pm on weekdays during school holidays. The club employs six members of staff, three of whom hold relevant qualifications at level 2 or above.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas used by the provision, and the available toys and resources. n The inspector held discussions with managers and staff to establish their understanding of safeguarding. n The inspector viewed relevant documentation relating to the suitability of practitioners. n The inspector discussed with managers and staff how they meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage.

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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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