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Early years · Early years inspection (EIF, requirements met)

The Hollow Lane Club Dartington

Inspected 18 May 2022 · published 8 Jul 2022 · URN 2649672

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  • Inspection date verified

    18 May 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Den Russell

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Postcode verified

    TQ9 6JU

  • Name on report verified

    The Hollow Lane Club Dartington

  • URN verified

    2649672

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  • OverallMet

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+29Mostly positivemore positive than 8% of reports of this type graded Met
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  • What needs to improve366w+29

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376
shorter than usual (typical 729)
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Flesch 49, typical 57
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Inspection of The Hollow Lane Club Dartington Bidwell Brook School, Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Totnes TQ9 6JU

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider has a secure understanding of how to safeguard children. All staff attend training to ensure they update their knowledge of child protection and broader issues. The provider knows the appropriate reporting procedures to follow in the event of any child protection concerns. There are robust recruitment processes in place to ensure the suitability of all staff. n Following a recent event where a child left the school grounds and entered a neighbouring outdoor swimming pool, the provider has reviewed their risk assessments. Permanent fencing is now in place and the remaining temporary fencing is now secure. Staff are more vigilant when children are playing outside to help ensure children's safety. n The provider adapts their practice to meet the complex needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and the service is highly inclusive. Parents are extremely complimentary and value the service and the

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This provision meets requirements

impact it has on their children. n The provider ensures that every child has their own risk assessment and behaviour management plan in place. This is to ensure their safety, and support them to develop their social skills. The provider discusses how they encourage children to have healthy diets. For example, children are offered cooking activities and they discuss what constitutes a healthy meal. n The provider is committed to continual improvement to ensure the best possible outcomes for children who attend the club. They are passionate about offering experiences for children with SEND to enrich their lives. n The provider has an understanding of the learning and development requirements and how to adapt these to fit the individual needs of the children with SEND.

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This provision meets 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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Setting details

Unique reference number 2649672 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10243880 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 8 Number of children on roll 14 Name of registered person The Hollow Lane Club CIO

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reference number

Telephone number 01392463863 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Hollow Lane Club Dartington at Bidwell Brook School in Dartington originally registered in 2019 and re-registered in 2021. During term time they operate after school on Mondays and on Saturdays. They also operate each weekday during the summer holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection of the setting since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the setting. n The General Manager showed the inspector the areas of the premises that children use and discussed the equipment and resources available. n The inspector discussed with the General Manager how the curriculum is organised for children to meet their individual needs. n The General Manager showed the inspector a selection of policies, procedures and documentation that is used when caring for children. n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the General Manager and took account of evidence of suitability of staff. n The inspector and the General Manager had a discussion on how she evaluates the provision and plans for improvement. n The inspector read accounts from parents whose children attend the setting.

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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

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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Inspection activities

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