Atlas Camps King's School Gloucester

Inspection of Atlas Camps King's School Gloucester The King's School, Pitt Street, Gloucester GL1 2BG

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This provision meets requirements

n The premises are safe and secure. Leaders and managers demonstrate a good awareness of health and safety procedures. They explain how staff carry out daily safety checks to ensure that the indoor and outdoor environments are safe and free from potential hazards to children. n Through discussions, leaders and managers explain how they gather important information from parents about children when they first begin to attend. This information is shared with camp staff to inform them of children's individual needs. Staff explain how information, such as children's likes and dislikes, is used to make sure children settle and are content during their time at the club. They state that they build close bonds with children to support their emotional well-being. n Staff demonstrate an understanding of their responsibility to safeguard children. They undertake regular child protection training to ensure their knowledge

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remains up to date. Staff explain the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, including signs that may indicate a child is being subjected to extreme views. They tell the inspector the procedures they would follow to refer any concerns to local safeguarding agencies. n Staff state they have high expectations for children's behaviour. They explain how children are made familiar with the club's rules at the start of each session. The club has reward systems in place to support children's good behaviour. Staff explain how children are awarded stickers when displaying behaviours associated with the club's core values. n Leaders and managers are highly ambitious. They explain how they continuously evaluate the quality of the club and explain that they send out regular online surveys to seek feedback from parents. Leaders state that they visit the club to monitor staff's practice. They discuss the importance of leading regular team

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meetings to share their expectations and to support staff to enhance their knowledge and skills. n Staff explain how they encourage children to adopt a healthy lifestyle. They state that they make sure children have access to fresh air and exercise throughout the day. Leaders and staff state that physical activity is given a high priority at the club. Staff explain how they consider the range of activities they set up and ensure a wide variety of resources are available to children, both inside and outside.

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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 2603770 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10251628 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 24 Number of children on roll 24 Name of registered person Atlas All-Stars Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 0800 772 0743 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Atlas Camps King's School Gloucester registered in 2020. It offers after-school care from 4pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday during term time. During school holidays, the club operates between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with leaders and has taken that into account in the evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed all areas of the premises used by children during their time at the club. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, including evidence of the suitability of staff. n The inspector held discussions about the safeguarding and welfare requirements with leaders, managers and staff. n The inspector met with leaders and managers to discuss how they organise and evaluate the provision.

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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 December 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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