Fishponds Out Of School Club

Inspection of Fishponds Out Of School Club Fishponds C Of E Academy, Fishponds Road, Fishponds, Bristol, Gloucestershire BS16 3UH

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager has a secure understanding of the skills that children require to build on what they already know, to extend and contribute to their learning. She recognises the importance of children being able to manage their own needs. For example, she explains how she will encourage them to 'have a go' for themselves when preparing snack. She describes how she wants them to become confident and independent learners. n The manager has a clear understanding of her responsibility to keep children safe. She is aware of the signs that may indicate children are at risk of abuse. All staff have recently attended first-aid and safeguarding training to enhance their knowledge. The manager and the leadership team have reviewed their policies and recruitment process during the COVID-19 pandemic to improve the systems in place. For example, they have updated their induction process. n The importance of children developing positive relationships is the manager's

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priority. She explains how she will teach children to take turns and share in their play. The manager and staff have stayed connected with the children and families who were using the service during the closed period to maintain strong relationships. n The value of working with the local school, parents and outside professionals is recognised by the manager. For example, she explains that she will collaborate with teachers at the school to create a smooth transition back into the after- school club for the children and evaluate ways to meet the needs of children. n Helping children to develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles will be a key focus. Children will take part in daily outdoor play, enjoy nutritious snacks and learn about ways to manage their own risks, for example by using the climbing frame safely. n The manager has kept in close contact with her staff and is aware of how to support them to improve their professional development. She carries out annual

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appraisals and supervision meetings and provides them with regular training.

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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 2496994 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10194346 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 0 Name of registered person Oldbury Court Out of School Clubs

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reference number

Telephone number 07747650611 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Fishponds Out of School Club opened in 2011. It operates from the premises of Fishponds Academy in Bristol. It is open during term time only, from 3pm until 6pm. There are three members of staff. Of these, the manager holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Discussions were held with the manager throughout the inspection. n The inspector reviewed a selection of documents, including evidence of the suitability of staff and the manager's first-aid certificate. n The manager spoke to the inspector about her intentions for children's learning and care. n The inspector discussed with the manager how she intends to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when looking after children.

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23 June 2022 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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23 June 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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