Hilltop Childrens Centre Choices

Inspection of Hilltop Childrens Centre Choices Hilltop Childrens Centre, Bedford Close, Huyton, Liverpool, Lancashire L36 1XH

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This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the leader explains how regular monitoring of the quality of the setting will take place. She explains how the team will reflect on what went well in the session and what they need to change in the future. A great focus will be given to ensuring that staff access specific training to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). n The leader recognises the importance of building effective partnerships with parents when children first start at the setting. She explains how she would gather specific information to ensure that they can assess the right level of support and guidance needed for children. This includes working effectively with other professionals to ensure that they can support children's progress well. n The leader explains how the staff will plan enjoyable and inclusive activities for children. She explains how she would consider children's interests and will take

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account of their development and future learning. n The leader shares how the staff will contribute to helping children maintain a healthy lifestyle. She explains how the staff team will provide opportunities for children to be active and play in the outdoors. Children will benefit from healthy, nutritious snacks of their choice. n Through discussion, the leader can confidently explain how the team intends to support children's behaviour. Specific strategies, such as the use of distraction and de-escalation to help children manage their emotions, will be used. Staff intend to work alongside parents to provide appropriate boundaries to help ensure a consistent approach. n The leader and the team have a sufficient knowledge of the safeguarding procedures to follow should they have concerns regarding children's welfare. Appropriate ongoing suitability checks are carried out to ensure that all staff who work with children are suitable to do so.

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This provision meets requirements

n The leader explains how the staff team will implement procedures to help keep children safe. They will carry out regular risk assessments to ensure that any hazards are minimised or removed. n The leader demonstrates a clear understanding of the records that they are required to keep.

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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 2566580 Local authority Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Inspection number 10239245 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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Total number of places 16 Number of children on roll 15 Name of registered person Merseyside Youth Association Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07710503541 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Hilltop Childrens Centre Choices registered in 2020 and is situated in Liverpool. The setting is run by a charitable organisation. The setting employs five members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The setting operates on Sundays, term time only. Hours of operation are from 10am until 4pm. The setting specialises in supporting children with SEND.

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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 leader and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The leader showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector reviewed some documents, including first-aid certificates. n The inspector discussed with the leader how they intend to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements.

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11 September 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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11 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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