J.l.o After School Club

Inspection of J.l.o After School Club 15 Kemble Road, Kemble Hall, LONDON N17 9UJ

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Not met (with actions)

Previous inspection Requires improvement

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This provision does not meet requirements

Leaders and managers do not ensure that statutory requirements are met at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Children come into the setting and settle quickly. They take part in activities on offer, despite the lack of resources, books and toys that are suitable for the age range of all children who attend the setting. Staff do not plan suitably challenging activities or experiences that are exciting and fun for children. Activities are not well planned and lack purpose, particularly for older children. In spite of this, children are well behaved and polite. Staff have clear expectations about children's behaviour and children know and understand the rules. They play cooperatively with their peers and older children help the younger children.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children's health and safety is not effectively promoted by staff. They do not ensure that procedures are implemented well. For example, insufficient care is taken by staff when recording the content of accident records. Overall, the organisation of all records is poor, with information haphazardly kept, therefore making it difficult to establish what is necessary and what is redundant. Children are provided with a snack and drink at teatime. However, the food provided does not meet widely published nutritious meal recommendations and does not contribute to a healthy diet. Therefore, children have limited opportunities to make healthy food choices.

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need to do better?

n The provider does not reflect well enough on the quality of the provision. She does not recognise and identify weaknesses or take prompt action to make and maintain the necessary improvements. The provider does not actively seek out ways to improve her knowledge and understanding, for example, when there are changes in legislation, to ensure she meets the requirements of registration at all times. n Children have access to some resources and equipment that reflect their interests. They are confident to talk to visitors and share what they like to play with. However, staff do not pay enough attention to how they plan the environment or the activities available for children. n Staff provide children with a light tea shortly after their arrival at the club. However, children are restricted in being able to make healthy food choices. Additionally, staff serve meals and drinks to children and this restricts children's

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need to do better?

opportunities to take responsibility for themselves and to be independent. n A lack of risk assessment means that staff fail to recognise and act on poor levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the premises. They fail to notice when children's health and safety might be compromised. For example, the fridge

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need to do better?

29 September 2021 where food is stored is operating at an unsafe temperature. n On the day of the inspection, despite the provider being notified of the inspection taking place, they were unable to produce all information and records for the inspector to review. The provider fails to ensure that important information is easily accessible and available to those with a professional need to see it. n Staff give conflicting information about the use of the garden. On the day of the inspection, children did not have the opportunity to be outdoors and be physically active in the fresh air. n Children are confident and, overall, show good behaviour. Older children are kind and helpful to younger children and join them in their play. n Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the setting was not in operation before or after school, or during the holidays. It has recently reopened. Since children have returned, they know to sanitise their hands when arriving at the setting.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The provider does not demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures. Although she and other staff have updated their safeguarding knowledge by attending training, they are unable to demonstrate a secure understanding of how to implement this in practice. The provider is unaware of the correct action to take if an allegation is made about a member of staff. She does not have the correct methods or means for making accurate records of concerns. A safeguarding policy is available. However, it is not comprehensively understood by staff. The provider lacks the knowledge required to provide safeguarding advice to staff and does not have sufficient knowledge to fulfil her role.

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Due date

ensure all staff have a secure understanding of child protection that includes knowledge of how to identify and refer potential safeguarding concerns, and the procedures to follow in the event of an allegation 31/10/2021

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Due date

29 September 2021 improve knowledge and understanding of all relevant health and safety requirements to ensure they are met, with specific regard to the hygiene and cleanliness of the premises and for the safe storage of food 31/10/2021

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ensure staff understand how to provide children with snacks and meals that are healthy and nutritionally balanced 31/10/2021

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provide appropriate resources for all children that challenge and motivate them to learn through suitable play experiences 31/10/2021

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use more opportunities to increase children's independence skills 31/10/2021

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ensure that all required documentation is readily accessible and available for inspection 31/10/2021

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provide opportunities for children to access fresh air and regular outdoor play 31/10/2021

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Due date

ensure all staff involved in preparing and handling food receive training in food hygiene. 31/10/2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY543904 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10118608 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 18 Number of children on roll 18 Name of registered person Williams, Janet Barbara

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reference number

Telephone number 07958518301 Date of previous inspection 23 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

J.l.o After School Club registered in 2017 and is based in the London Borough of Haringey. It operates every weekday before and after school during term time, and all day during the holidays, except for bank holidays. Two members of staff are employed and hold level 3 childcare qualifications.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the setting and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector observed the quality of activities and assessed the impact this has on children's enjoyment and learning. n The inspector spoke with the provider, staff and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used by the children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the setting's safeguarding procedures and evidence of the suitability of staff working at the club.

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Inspection activities

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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