Pioneer Sports Academy Extended School West Thornton Primary Academy

Inspection of Pioneer Sports Academy Extended School West Thornton Primary Academy West Thornton Primary Academy, Rosecourt Road, Croydon, Surrey CR0 3BS

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n Leaders discuss how they provide a range of sports activities for children. They offer children a range of active games, including dodgeball, dancing, hockey, sewing and climbing. Leaders describe how these activities help children to develop a range of physical and communication skills. They explain how they help children to develop friendships and their confidence. n Staff describe how they put children at the heart of the club. They talk about the high expectations they have for children. Staff discuss how they talk to children in a warm and friendly manner, to help them to develop emotional security. n Staff explain how promoting children's healthy lifestyles are important in the club. They describe how they talk about wider sporting events across the world, and discuss athletes and role models. Staff talk about how they use sport to teach children a range of skills beyond their physical development. For example,

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they discuss how they encourage children to express their feelings as they pass a ball during circle time. n Staff describe how they share information with parents about what is on offer in the club, such as through the club's website, regular feedback and newsletters. Leaders discuss how they actively encourage parental feedback through questionnaires. They explain that following recent feedback, they have employed a chef to provide a variety of healthy snacks. n Leaders explain that they have a clear vision for areas of development. They describe how they invest in their team through training. Staff describe how they work in partnership with staff from the school which children attend. For example, they arrange termly meetings to share information about children's care. n Staff describe how they are attentive and responsive to children. They explain how they model respect and positive language, to encourage children's good

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behaviour. n Leaders discuss how they support staff through regular supervision sessions and training. For example, they explain how recent training has supported more sensitive interactions between staff and children. Staff describe how they have opportunities to provide feedback to bring about change. n Leaders discuss how they offer an inclusive service. They explain how they use circle time as an opportunity to discuss diversity with children. Staff talk about how they discuss a range of celebrations with children. n Leaders explain how they complete regular risk assessments of the premises to keep children safe. They discuss the reporting procedures they would follow if they had a concern about a child or an adult. Leaders describe how they ensure that recruitment procedures are robust, including how they check the ongoing suitability of staff.

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Primary Academy 29 March 2022 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 2526078 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10208284 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 30 Number of children on roll 58 Name of registered person Pioneer Sports Academy Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 02033756114 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Pioneer Sports Academy Extended School West Thornton Primary Academy registered in 2019. It is located in the London Borough of Croydon. The club opens during term time from 7.30am until 8.50am and from 3.30pm until 6pm, Monday to Friday. The club employs six staff, including the manager who holds a childcare qualification at level 3. Other staff hold appropriate qualifications in sports coaching.

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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 the provision, and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager showed the inspector key documentation, including information to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual and manager about the leadership and management of the setting. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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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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Primary Academy 29 March 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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