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

Leamington Spa - The Strings Club Holiday Camp

Inspected 22 Sept 2022 · published 27 Oct 2022 · URN 2566827

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  • Group verified

    The Strings Club Limited

  • Group reference verified

    RP534114

  • Inspection date verified

    22 Sept 2022

  • Inspectors verified

    Lisa Bennett

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Postcode verified

    CV31 1TQ

  • Name on report verified

    Leamington Spa - The Strings Club Holiday Camp

  • URN verified

    2566827

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  • OverallMet

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  • What needs to improve478w−8

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Flesch 47, typical 57
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Inspection of Leamington Spa - The Strings Club Holiday Camp Radford Semele C E Combined School, School Lane, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 1TQ

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This provision meets requirements

n Through discussion, the provider demonstrates a commitment towards safeguarding children. They, and staff, complete regular training to keep their safeguarding knowledge up to date. The provider is alert to signs that could indicate a child is at risk of abuse or harm and knows how to report any concerns to other agencies. They understand what to do if an allegation is made against a member of staff. This helps to keep children safe. n The provider confidently explains the procedures in place to provide children with a safe environment. They show an understanding of the importance of keeping the premises secure. This is to ensure that children do not leave unsupervised or with anybody who is not authorised to collect them. The provider discusses how risk assessment is used daily to check the safety of the premises. This promotes the safeguarding of children attending the setting. n The provider explains a clear and unique learning programme in place for

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This provision meets requirements

children. They have a clear ethos for the setting, which focuses on promoting children's love for music. The provider's curriculum and planning systems expand on this, while drawing on children's interests and needs. This means that planning and activity programmes can meet every child's individual needs. n Through discussion, the provider demonstrates an appropriate understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. They have a behaviour policy in place. Staff receive support and training to help them understand the suitable procedures in place to manage poor behaviour effectively. This means that children's safety is promoted, and they are supported to understand behavioural expectations. n The provider discusses the systems in place to provide staff with ongoing training, support and supervision. They explain that staff attend training before every holiday period to ensure that they understand the expectations of their

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This provision meets requirements

roles and responsibilities. The provider has systems in place to provide staff with weekly meetings with managers to discuss their performance and any issues they may have, in order to promote the interests of children. n Through discussion, the provider demonstrates commitment towards providing an inclusive practice. They are passionate about all children being able to access the setting, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The provider understands how to access support for children who may need it, so they are able to reach their potential.

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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 2566827 Local authority Warwickshire Inspection number 10239298 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory 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 The Strings Club Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 0121 296 9204 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Leamington Spa - The Strings Club Holiday Camp registered in 2020. The club is independently owned and operates within the premises of Radford Semele C E Combined School in Leamington Spa. There is one member of staff employed. The club operates during local school holiday periods. Sessions are from 8am until 5.30pm.

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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 The provider showed the inspector around the premises and discussed how they ensure that the premises are safe and suitable. n The provider spoke to the inspector about how they plan activities for children. n The inspector held a meeting with the provider to discuss how they meet the requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including qualifications and evidence of staff suitability.

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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

22 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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