Cranbrook Primary Out Of School Club

Inspection of Cranbrook Primary Out Of School Club Carriers Road, CRANBROOK TN17 3JS

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager is a dedicated practitioner who strives to provide the best resources and environment for children to relax and play in. She uses the views of parents and staff to evaluate her provision. She talks about how she plans activities so that children can become deeply involved in their play. She understands how to extend their play opportunities over the week, such as storing favourite activities until the next time children visit the club. n The manager describes how she thinks the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has affected some children's confidence and independence skills. She has considered ways to increase children's self-esteem in playful and meaningful ways. For instance, she intends to let children choose which foods they want to eat before making their own snacks. n The manager understands the importance of good parent partnerships. She will provide parents with information about their child's day and snacks, as well as

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information to support their children at home. n The manager talks about how she considers the children's health, and how she can promote good hygiene practices. For instance, children will wash their hands as soon as they arrive from school. She plans to provide nutritious foods and give children information about looking after their teeth. She recognises the importance of physical exercise and fresh air for children, who will regularly play in the large outdoor space. n The manager and her staff are fully aware of their responsibilities to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements. They talk about the actions they would take if they had a concern about a child's safety or welfare. They understand wider safeguarding issues, such as protecting children from online grooming and exposure to extreme views. The manager describes how they will share ways to help children keep themselves safe. For instance, they will discuss online safety

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together. n The manager knows how to manage children's behaviour. For example, children will have responsibilities within the club, such as creating the 'club rules', tidying up and helping to plan activities. Staff will promote and praise any positive behaviours and encourage children to respect one another. The manager has written policies in place to support practice. n The manager understands the need to give children opportunities to learn about their community and the lives of others outside of the club. The manager describes how children will become involved in local town events. She will acknowledge what children are learning or celebrating in school and will extend those activities into the club. She explains how the club will embrace children's special days and festivals.

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This provision meets requirements

8 October 2021 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 EY312112 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10136960 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

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inspection

Total number of places 39 Number of children on roll 0

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Name of registered person

Cranbrook Primary Out Of School Club Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 01580 720437 Date of previous inspection 27 July 2016

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Information about this early years setting

Cranbrook Primary Out Of School Club registered in 2005. It operates from a building in the grounds of Cranbrook Primary School in Cranbrook, Kent. In school term times, the club operates from 7.45am to 8.45am and 3.15pm to 6pm on Monday to Friday. The holiday club operates from 7.45am to 6pm on Monday to Fridays, during all school holidays, depending on demand. The club employs four staff, of whom three hold appropriate qualifications. The manager holds a level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The manager showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The inspector spoke with the manager about the leadership and management of the club. n The inspector talked with staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.

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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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8 October 2021 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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