Great Bridge Parents Support Network

Inspection of Great Bridge Parents Support Network Toll End Youth Centre, Toll End Road, Tipton, West Midlands DY4 0HP

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This provision does not meet requirements

The manager, who is also the nominated individual, has not informed Ofsted of changes to the members of the committee. This means that Ofsted is not able to complete the required suitability checks on these members. This does not ensure the safety of children. That said when the children arrive at the club, they are happy and settle quickly. Children make choices on where they want to play. They are active as they climb the climbing frame in the garden and run on the playground. Children form friendships when they play games. For example, they cheer each other when they kick the ball into the goal.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children confidently try things for themselves. For example, children use chalks to create a game on the floor for other children to play. They encourage each other to take their turn as they hop along the squares. Children learn about their wider community. They learn about different cultural celebrations their friends may celebrate and talk about the different types of food they eat at home. This helps children to learn about what makes them unique.

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need to do better?

n The nominated individual is not fully aware of her legal responsibilities to keep Ofsted informed about changes to the committee. This means that Ofsted are not able to check that those members are suitable. Consequently, some committee members remain unchecked. This demonstrates a lack of understanding of the correct procedure to follow to ensure these members are suitable to care for children. n The manager supports staff's professional development. Staff attend a range of training courses. They speak positively about the support they receive with regular supervisions and opportunities to build a better understanding of how to support the children who attend. Staff feel valued as part of the team and work closely together. n Children take pride in the setting and participate in the decisions about how to improve the club. Staff actively listen to children as they share their ideas of what they want in the club and the types of activities they want to do. The

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children share their ideas of new resources they want in the garden to make it more fun. n Staff are vigilant. They deploy themselves well as children play both indoors and in the garden. This means that children are appropriately supervised which reduces the risk as they climb onto larger play equipment. n Parents value the staff's welcoming approach and how accommodating they are to their children's needs. Staff keep parents informed on what children have been doing at the club. Staff, parents and other professionals work in

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need to do better?

22 September 2022 partnership to ensure they meet the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n Staff provide children with opportunities to develop their independence. Older children take on tasks at snack time, such as giving out the food or helping younger children who may need help at mealtimes. n Children learn about being healthy and eating healthy foods. They follow good handwashing routines when they arrive at the club and before eating. Children learn about the different foods they can eat that are good and not so good for them. This means children build a better understanding of how to keep themselves healthy. n Children behave well. Staff support children to understand their feelings and behaviours to help them get a better understanding of them. They talk to children who are shy and support them to feel more confident. They use what they know about the children to help them settle. This helps to build children's

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emotional security. n Children show curiosity as they explore the different activities on offer. While children discover a creative activity, they communicate clearly with each other. They share which is their favourite colours from the selection of materials. Older children support younger children during these activities to help them find what they need.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

The manager and staff have a clear understanding of the possible signs that a child may be at risk of harm. They know how to report any concerns they may have about a child's welfare. Staff carry out regular risk assessments to check the safety of equipment and premises to ensure this is a safe environment for when children play. However, the nominated individual, who has overall responsibility for safeguarding children, has not followed the correct procedure when informing Ofsted of changes to the committee. Therefore, Ofsted have not been able to carry out the required vetting checks to check their suitability. This demonstrates her weak knowledge and understanding of the procedures to follow when there are changes to the committee.

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Due date

22 September 2022 follow the correct procedures when informing Ofsted of any changes to committee members to ensure the necessary suitability checks can be made. 13/10/2022

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Setting details

Unique reference number 255162 Local authority Sandwell Inspection number 10234450 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 36 Number of children on roll 40

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Name of registered person

Great Bridge Parents Support Network Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 0121 4398086 Date of previous inspection 5 October 2016

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Information about this early years setting

Great Bridge Parents Support Network was registered in 1992. The club employs five members of childcare staff. Of these, three hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The club opens during term time, before and after school, from 7.45am to 8.45am and from 3pm to 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 inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager joined the inspector on a learning walk and talked to the inspector about the provision and what they provide for the children. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector and manager carried out a joint observation and discussed the activity. n The inspector spoke to several parents and took account of their views. n The manager provided the inspector with relevant documentation upon request. n The inspector carried out observations of children and their interactions with the

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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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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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