City Kids Afterschool Club

Inspection of City Kids Afterschool Club Unit 2, Palmerston Street, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire ST1 3EU

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This provision meets requirements

Children arrive at the club happy and excited to see the staff. They enthusiastically chat to staff about their day at school. Children form strong friendships and enjoy each other's company as they take part in crafts and board games. All children become deeply engaged in their chosen activity and learn to mix with children of all ages.

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This provision meets requirements

Children's behaviour is excellent. They share, take turns and use their manners. Staff provide opportunities for children to learn about different cultures and festivals. Staff ensure that materials for craft activities are available throughout the club and children are free to explore these materials independently. For example, children have fun making flags to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Staff offer lots of praise as children proudly wave their flags in the air.

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This provision meets requirements

Children say they love being at the club and they have lots of fun playing the different board games and exploring the role-play area. Staff are skilful at motivating children and encouraging them to join in activities. They give children opportunities throughout the session to make their own choices and decisions. For example, older children ask to do their homework and staff offer support and guidance when needed.

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n The manager and staff work well together as a team and create an environment where children feel welcome. They act as excellent role models and talk to the children and one another respectfully. Staff know the children and their individual personalities well. n The manager conducts regular supervisions and offers support and feedback to staff, which helps to raise their practice to a higher level. Staff say they love working at the club and feel valued. Staff turnover is low, providing continuity in children's care. n Before new children start at the club, staff gather key information from parents, which enables them to cater for children's needs and interests. Partnerships with parents are good. Staff communicate and share information with parents effectively on a daily basis. Parents say they are happy with the care their children receive and staff are very approachable and friendly. Parents also

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comment that their children ask to stay at the club for longer than they are supposed to because they are having so much fun. n Staff regularly communicate with school staff. They discuss children's individual needs, which helps them to recognise potential risks to children's well-being or health. The manager is currently reviewing arrangements for gathering

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18 May 2022 additional information on what children are learning at school, to support continuity and consistency. She has a network meeting planned with the headteacher from the local primary school to further establish strong links and good information sharing. n Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Younger children ride on tricycles and scooters, being careful not to bump into their peers. Staff are close by to supervise children and offer support when needed. Children work together as they use large weighing scales. They test out their ideas and make predictions. Staff and children cheer and clap as they successfully balance the scales. n The manager and leaders hold regular meetings to reflect on the service they provide and the experiences for children. For example, the manager has identified the need to improve the resources in the outdoor area for older children to further support their enjoyment.

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n Staff successfully help children to learn about good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before eating. Staff follow clear processes to ensure that children's dietary requirements are met. They provide healthy and nutritious snacks and support children to be independent. Children pour their own drinks and use knives safely to butter bread and make their own sandwiches at mealtimes. Children display excellent table manners. Staff allow time for children to eat together, which makes this a relaxed and social occasion.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager, leaders and staff know their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding children. They have a clear understanding of the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is more vulnerable or at risk of harm. Staff know how to refer any concerns about children's welfare to local safeguarding partners. There are safe recruitment procedures in place to ensure the suitability of staff who work with the children. Staff undertake regular training to ensure that they remain up to date with any changes that might affect their work with children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2563988 Local authority Stoke-on-Trent Inspection number 10233492 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 30 Number of children on roll 30 Name of registered person Eastwood Neighbourhood Nursery CIO

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reference number

Telephone number 07761914240 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

City Kids Afterschool Club registered in 2019. The club employs two members of childcare staff. Of these, all hold appropriate early years qualifications from level 2 to level 3. The club opens Monday to Friday from 3.30pm until 6pm during term time. The holiday club also opens during school holidays from 8am to 6pm.

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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 her evaluation of the club. n The inspector observed staff practice and children's experiences across a variety of activities both indoors and outdoors. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector held discussions with the manager and the staff team during the inspection. n The inspector reviewed a range of documentation relating to staff suitability and safeguarding.

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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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18 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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