The Gap Club- Breakfast, After School and Holiday Club at St Jude's C0fE School, Egham

Inspection of The Gap Club- Breakfast, After School and Holiday Club at St Jude's C0fE School, Egham St. Judes C of E School, Bagshot Road, Englefield Green, EGHAM, Surrey TW20 0RU

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n Managers understand the importance of implementing flexible activities that take account of what children would like to do each day. They discuss how they would seek the views of children in the early years age range. They explain how they would use this information to plan activities, so that all children are given positive opportunities and experiences. n Managers and staff understand how to promote children's health and well-being. Children will be given opportunities to take part in a variety of physical activities, indoor and outdoor, such as den building, football and tennis. They will be offered a wide range of healthy snacks. n Managers and staff understand how to support children's good behaviour. They will give children daily opportunities to contribute to the club rules to help provide them with a sense of belonging at the club. n Managers and staff understand the importance of working with parents and

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teachers to ensure consistency for children. They talk confidently about their aim for all children to feel included and valued. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, they provided a community library, giving children and parents access to resources to enjoy together at home. They also offered their club as a community COVID-19 hub for families and children in need of childcare. n Managers understand the need to be reflective on the service they provide. They know the importance of working closely alongside parents and staff, and seeking the views and ideas of children daily. Staff feel well supported in their role. They have access to many training courses. n Managers and staff complete regular safeguarding training. They know the correct procedure to follow should they have any concerns about a child's welfare or the conduct of a colleague. Safe recruitment procedures are in place to ensure adults working with children are suitable to do so. The premises are

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safe and suitable. Staff understand the need to conduct regular risk assessments of the areas used by children.

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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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Jude's C0fE School, Egham 21 October 2021

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2532183 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10208494 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 60 Number of children on roll 40 Name of registered person The Gap Club Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07970721007 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The Gap Club - Breakfast, After School and Holiday Club at St Jude's C0fE School, Egham registered in 2019. It is located in Egham, Surrey. The club opens Monday to Friday, from 7.30 to 8.30am and 3.15pm to 6.30pm, term time only. The club offers a holiday club, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6.30pm. There are three staff employed. Of these, one holds an early years qualification at level 6 and one holds a qualification at level 3.

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Information about this inspection

Jude's C0fE School, Egham 21 October 2021

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Inspection activities

n This is the first inspection the club 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 her evaluation of the club. n The inspector conducted a tour of all areas of the premises used by children. n The inspector held discussions with the manager about how activities are planned to take account of children's interests and abilities. n The inspector held a meeting with the provider and manager to talk about how the club is run and to check that all legal requirements are met n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting.

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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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Jude's C0fE School, Egham 21 October 2021

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