St Anne's Funhouse

Inspection of St Anne's Funhouse Caretakers Bungalow, Wyre Hill, BEWDLEY, Worcestershire DY12 2UQ

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The provider notified Ofsted about new committee members but failed to complete fully the required vetting procedures. Consequently, Ofsted have been unable to carry out the required checks to determine their suitability. n The staff team attend regular safeguarding training. They know about the possible signs of abuse and the procedure to follow if they have a concern about a child being abused or neglected. There are robust systems in place to ensure the premises and activities are suitable and safe for children. n The manager and staff have a secure understanding of how to provide a varied range of enjoyable experiences for children before and after school, and during the school holidays. n The manager and staff value and understand the importance of working closely with parents. There is an active committee, which includes parents, and their suggestions are acted upon. There are also effective systems in place to obtain

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regular feedback from all parents about their views. n The manager takes the lead in establishing and maintaining partnerships with the on-site school where the children attend. There are effective systems in place to ensure children arrive safely and information is shared to ensure continuity of care and to promote their welfare. n The manager recognises the importance of continuous improvement. There are strong systems in place to obtain the views of children and staff daily. This information is used to inform and develop activities and the environment. n The manager has a strong understanding of how to promote equality and diversity. Staff are confident in tackling any negative stereotypes and there is a clear focus on teaching children to respect each other.

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This provision does not meet 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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Due date

13 May 2022 complete the required vetting processes for all new committee members, so that Ofsted can carry out the required checks to determine their suitability. 23/05/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 205447 Local authority Worcestershire Inspection number 10233566 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 40 Number of children on roll 95 Name of registered person St Anne's Stay & Play Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 01299 400116 Date of previous inspection 26 September 2016

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Information about this early years setting

St Anne's Funhouse registered in 1996. It operates from a self-contained bungalow within the perimeter of St Anne's C of E Primary school in Bewdley. Sessions operate Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 9am and 3.10pm until 6pm during term time, and 7.45am until 6pm during school holidays. The club employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, five hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This is the first inspection the club received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the manager and has taken that into account in the evaluation of the club. n The inspector and the manager completed a learning walk together to check the safety of the premises and to gather information about the experiences provided. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n The inspector took into account the views of parents.

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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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Inspection activities

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