Go Beanies (play & Learn) Civitas Academy

Inspection of Go Beanies (play & Learn) Civitas Academy Civitas Academy, 90a Great Knollys Street, Reading, Berkshire RG1 7HL

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This provision meets requirements

n Leaders and staff are fully aware of their roles and responsibilities to ensure children are provided with worthwhile activities that support their interests. These activities include outdoor play and targeted support, as needed, to complement the education children receive at school. n Leaders and staff understand how to support children's good behaviour. They know the importance of teaching children about sharing and turn taking and recognise the significance in offering children praise. n Leaders and staff know the importance of maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children. For example, they have sufficient risk assessments, nutritious menus and procedures to maintain a healthy lifestyle and to keep children safe. n Leaders and staff appreciate the importance of working in partnership with parents, professionals and other settings children attend. They know the importance of encouraging two-way communication, which maintains continuity

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in children's care. n Leaders understand the need to evaluate their service. They recognise the importance of staff professional development and offer ongoing training opportunities to enhance staff's knowledge and skills. n Leaders and staff are fully aware of the safeguarding and welfare requirements and keep up to date with current legislation. They are confident about the signs and indicators of any child protection matters and they are aware of the procedures to follow if they have any concerns.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range 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 early years 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 2507217 Local authority Reading Inspection number 10194460 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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Total number of places 16 Number of children on roll 20 Name of registered person Go Beanies Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01189962678 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Go Beanies (play & Learn) Civitas Academy registered in 2018. The club operates from Civitas Academy, Reading, Berkshire. The club is open during term time only and offers a breakfast club from 8am to 8.45am and an after-school club from 3.15pm to 5.45pm. The club employs three staff. Of these, one staff member has an early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 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 inspector viewed all areas of the premises used by the club. n A sample of documentation was viewed by the inspector, including children's records, staff qualifications and staff suitability. n The inspector spoke to leaders and staff about how they safeguard children and meet the individual needs of the children.

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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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20 January 2022 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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