St Ann's Wasps

Inspection of St Ann's Wasps St. Anns C Of E Primary School, Lathom Avenue, Warrington, Lancashire WA2 8AL

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager and staff team attend regular child protection training to help keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date. The manager shows a good understanding of how to recognise the signs of abuse. The manager shares ways to help children keep themselves safe. For instance, they discuss online safety together. She follows procedures if she is concerned about a child's welfare. The manager shares the procedures that are in place to complete regular risk assessments of the premises, to help minimise hazards and promote children's safety. n The manager knows how to manage children's behaviour. For example, children have responsibilities within the club, such as setting out snack plates and cups, tidying up and helping to plan activities. Staff promote and praise any positive behaviours and encourage children to respect one another. The manager has written policies in place to support practice. n Staff know how important it is to promote children's good health and well-being.

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This provision meets requirements

They provide healthy snacks, and make sure that fresh fruit and vegetables are always available. Children have opportunities to get lots of fresh air and physical exercise. For example, children can access a spacious outdoor area and sports hall. n The manager understands the importance of good parent partnerships. She gathers key information about their child's care needs and interests. This information is used to plan familiar daily routines and play equipment to help children settle in. She provides parents with information about their child's day and snacks as well as information to support their children at home. n The manager shares the arrangements she has in place to evaluate the quality of her setting. She works closely with the host school and links to children's current learning. She gathers the views of staff, parents, children, and other professionals, to help maintain a good quality service.

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This provision meets requirements

n The management team supports staff well to fulfil their roles. Staff attend regular meetings and supervision sessions, where they discuss their practice and how this can be developed further. They access regular training to support them to develop their skills and knowledge. n The manager understands the need to give children opportunities to learn about their community and the lives of others outside of the club. The manager plans around what children are learning or celebrating in school and will extend those activities into the club.

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This provision meets requirements

24 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 2538497 Local authority Warrington Inspection number 10215273 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 Sessional day care

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inspection

Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 25 Name of registered person Sankey Wasps Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07929225584 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

St. Ann's Wasps registered in 2019. The out-of-school club employs four members of childcare staff. The manager holds a level 3 qualification. The out-of-school club opens from Monday to Friday during school term time. Sessions are from 7.30am until 9am and 3pm until 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the club received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken this into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector and manager reviewed the areas of the premises used for the care of children. n Relevant documentation was reviewed by the inspector, such as the suitability checks in place for all adults working on the premises. n The inspector considered the manager's plans for working in partnerships with parents and other professionals.

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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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24 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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