Kidscape After School Club

Inspection of Kidscape After School Club Risley Avenue Primary School, The Roundway, LONDON N17 7AB

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider discusses the resources and activities provided for children at the club. For example, there are games, toys and a large selection of books. Staff offer baking activities, craft resources and children have the opportunity to learn to sew. The provider understands that not all children may have the opportunity to access a rich variety of experiences outside the club. n The provider talks about how she supports children from disadvantaged backgrounds. She explains that she works closely with different organisations to provide help to families who may need additional assistance. n The provider describes how she reflects on the service which she provides children. For example, she has developed the risk assessments she carries out even further. The provider creates strategies to keep children safe, for instance, when they are using resources at the club. She ensures that staff talk to children

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about how they can keep themselves safe. There are clear procedures in place if the provider, or a member of staff, have concerns about the welfare of a child. The provider demonstrates that she understands what actions to take if she has any concerns. Robust recruitment procedures are in place to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children and the provider carries out relevant checks. n Children's well-being and happiness are important to the provider. The provider discusses the high expectations she, and staff, have for children's behaviour. She describes how she works with children to support them to understand the impact their behaviour may have on others. The provider describes how she helps children to understand they are all unique. She understands how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The provider explains how she creates an inclusive atmosphere within the club.

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider discusses how she supports staff in developing their professional skills and knowledge. She explains that she provides supervision sessions and appraisals, and that training opportunities are put in place. n The provider describes the activities which she offers to help children to think about how they are similar and different. She describes how she designs activities to encourage children to understand about their different traditions and cultures. For example, children will be asked to bring in simple family recipes from home for them all to cook together. n The provider describes how she provides parents with information about the club and works in partnership with them. For example, she discusses how she informs them of what activities their children have been doing. The provider highlights the two-way flow of information between the club and parents.

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This provision meets requirements

12 September 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 EY373973 Local authority Haringey Inspection number 10219635 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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Total number of places 45 Number of children on roll 44 Name of registered person Kidscape After School Club Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07958 954325 Date of previous inspection 5 August 2016

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Information about this early years setting

Kidscape After School Club registered in 2008 and operates in the London Borough of Haringey. The club is open during term time, from 3.10pm to 6pm, and during the school holidays from 8.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. Five staff work with the children. Of these, four hold relevant childcare qualifications.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector talked to the provider about the range of activities which she provides for children and how she supports their emotional well-being. The provider discussed her expectations for children's behaviour while attending the club. n The provider talked about how she supports staff to develop their skills and knowledge, and how she reflects on the service which she provides for children and their parents. n The provider discussed how she uses the premises to provide children with a range of activities inside and outdoors. n The inspector viewed a sample of the documentation that the provider uses in the club. These included how children's attendance is recorded and the checks

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she carries out to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children.

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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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12 September 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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