Alpha Club @ St. Alfege C Of E

Inspection of Alpha Club @ St. Alfege C Of E St. Alfege With St. Peters C Of E Primary School, Creek Road, London, Kent SE10 9RB

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This provision meets requirements

n Practitioners understand how to promote children's health and well-being. For example, practitioners explain that during the recent heatwave, they made provision for children to play in the shade. They describe how they ensured that children applied sun cream and took regular drinks. n Practitioners understand how to manage children's behaviour positively. They explain that they encourage children to talk through any issues and help them to reach their own solutions. Practitioners speak fondly of the children that they care for and value them as individuals. n The provider has suitable recruitment procedures in place to ensure that all those working with children are suitable to do so. Practitioners attend regular training to keep their knowledge of safeguarding up to date. They are aware of the signs that indicate a child is at risk of harm and know the action they should take to protect children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She has attended training on working with children with autism spectrum disorder. The manager explains how she works with parents and teachers to meet children's needs. n Practitioners describe how they plan interesting and engaging activities for children. They understand how they complement children's learning. Practitioners provide children with access to spacious play areas, which are equipped with suitable toys and resources. n The provider states that she is proud of the staff team. Practitioners are proactive and work well together. They say that they feel valued and well supported in their roles. Practitioners have access to regular training to help them develop their practice further.

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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 EY556473 Local authority Greenwich Inspection number 10174673 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 15 Number of children on roll 12 Name of registered person Alpha Chains Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 0208 469 1888 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Alpha Club @ St. Alfege C Of E registered in 2018 and is one of several clubs owned by Alpha Chains Ltd. The club caters for children attending St. Alfege Primary School. It opens during term time from 7.30am until 9am, and from 3.15pm until 6.30pm, Monday to Friday. There are two members of staff who work with the children. One member of staff holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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 their evaluation of the provider. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual/registered individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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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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