Creative Kidz Childcare- Netley Abbey

Inspection of Creative Kidz Childcare- Netley Abbey Netley Abbey Infant & Junior School, Westwood Road, Netley Abbey, Southampton, Hampshire SO31 5EL

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This provision meets requirements

Children arrive happily into the after-school provision and behave well. They demonstrate their understanding of the routine as they hang their coats and bags up, self-register using their name cards and get involved in their chosen play. The staff have high expectations of children's behaviour and role model this well by setting clear rules and boundaries and providing a safe environment for all children. Children are confident in the provision. They are able to access their chosen play resources independently. For instance, some children take part in art activities while others play table-top football. Children demonstrate kindness as they explain that if they are not sure where a toy is kept they can ask one of their friends who will help them. Children have access to a large outdoor area where they take part in running games, climbing and football. This helps to provide them with good opportunities to have fresh air and be physically active.

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need to do better?

n The provider shows passion and dedication in offering children an enjoyable place to be before and after school. She works with the children, staff team and parents to reflect on the environment and activities provided. The information gained is then used to enhance the provision further, which promotes children's self-esteem as their voices are listened to and action is taken. For example, the provider and staff team have adapted the environment to create more space for children's chosen games. This has created a calmer environment for children. The provider works closely with the attached school to ensure information about individual children is shared. For instance, if there are changes within the family or accidents within the club. This gives a continuity of care for children. n Children show an eagerness to be independent. They demonstrate these skills as they set up for snack and get ready to go outside. The staff encourage children

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need to do better?

to take care of their personal hygiene needs as they allow them to freely go off to the toilet. The children like having this responsibility and show they are able to return safely to the classroom. n The provider supports the professional development of the staff team well. She has recently employed an area manager who supports the staff team on a practical level. The provider offers staff opportunities to enhance their practice. For example, staff work closely with the other clubs in the group to share their experiences. The provider encourages staff to learn from one another and develop together. For instance, they complete observations of each other's practice and feedback their findings.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The provider has a sound knowledge of her responsibilities to ensure the welfare of children. She demonstrates a good understanding of her safeguarding responsibilities. The provider supports all staff well to ensure they have a robust knowledge of how to identify possible signs of abuse. Staff are confident knowing what to do and how to refer a concern about a child. The provider has rigorous recruitment systems in place to ensure staff that work with children are suitable.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2521645 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10132214 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 12 Total number of places 40 Number of children on roll 133 Name of registered person Creative Kidz Childcare Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 02380455699 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Creative Kidz Childcare-Netley Abbey re-registered after becoming a limited company in 2019. The provision is located within Netley Abbey Infant and Junior School and operates Monday to Friday between 3pm and 6pm, during term time only. There are three staff members who work with the children daily.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and the provider talked about how the provision is managed and organised. n Observations were made by the inspector to view the quality of interactions and attachments between staff and children. n The inspector held discussions with children, staff and parents at appropriate times throughout the inspection to find out their views on the provision. n Sampling of documentation took place, including staff suitability. n A leadership meeting was held between the inspector and the manager.

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19 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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19 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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