Lask at Wellingborough Methodist Church

Inspection of Lask at Wellingborough Methodist Church 92 Kingsway, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN8 2PD

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider understands his responsibilities to protect children from harm. He ensures staff attend regular training, so they recognise when children may be at risk. The provider can identify the signs and symptoms of abuse and knows who to report his concerns to. The provider demonstrates a secure knowledge of the 'Prevent' duty. He shows a good understanding of how to spot indicators a child may be at risk of radicalisation. The provider is confident of the procedures to follow should he be concerned about a child. n The provider demonstrates, through discussion, a secure understanding of how to keep the environment children access safe. He explains how staff will supervise children vigilantly. The provider explains how he completes visual checks of the area used by children, both indoors and outdoors, to ensure any risks and hazards are removed. The provider understands how to keep children safe on outings.

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider explains how he will encourage children to develop a healthy lifestyle. He ensures children have regular opportunities to be physically active and energetic in the outdoor space at the setting. The provider also explains how he provides opportunities for children to develop their physical skills at the local park. He encourages children to eat healthy foods by providing different snacks for children, such as fruit and vegetable sticks. n The provider demonstrates a secure understanding of how to manage behaviour. He explains how he will support children to take turns and share with others. For example, he explains how when children want to use the computer, to make it fair, he will use a timer, so that each child has ten minutes. The provider explains how he will praise children when he sees them behaving in a positive way. He understands the importance of having clear behaviour expectations.

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider recognises the importance of finding out about children before they start at the setting. He explains how this helps children to feel settled if there are activities that they enjoy doing. The provider finds out from parents about any food allergies children have to ensure there is no risk of cross-contamination when food is prepared. n The provider ensures all staff working with children are suitable. He follows robust recruitment practices. The provider completes ongoing performance appraisals with staff, to identify what they do well and how they can improve their practice even further.

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This provision meets requirements

16 May 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 EY563525 Local authority North Northamptonshire Inspection number 10194319 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 50 Name of registered person Franks, Patrick Timothy

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reference number

Telephone number 07597590878 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Lask at Wellingborough Methodist Church registered in 2018. It is based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The setting operates in school holidays only, from 8.30am to 5.30pm. The setting employs six members of staff, four of whom hold appropriate qualifications at level 3 or above.

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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 the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n The nominated individual showed the inspector relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working at the setting. n The nominated individual discussed with the inspector how he was meeting the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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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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Inspection activities

16 May 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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