Active London Clore Shalom

Inspection of Active London Clore Shalom Clore Shalom School, Hugo Gryn Way, Shenley, Radlett, Hertfordshire WD7 9BL

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This provision meets requirements

Children smile as they come into the club and meet with their friends. They have good bonds with the staff at the club and excitedly talk about what they have done at school. Staff take the time to listen to and talk to children, getting to know them well as individuals. Staff know what children like to do and where they like to play. Staff join in with children to play games or sit and chat. Children are given the opportunity to decide how they would like to spend their time at the club.

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This provision meets requirements

Older children include the younger children in their games. They are caring and kind, offering encouragement and celebrating with them, such as when they win the game. Staff support behaviour by acting as positive role models to children. Children are receptive to this and, as a result, are considerate to others.

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This provision meets requirements

Children of all ages play cooperatively together. They enjoy exciting activities, such as a large variety of craft activities, mark making, and indoor and outdoor physical activities. Staff provide a wide variety of experiences and resources for children at the club. Children can relax quietly or join in with active games. There is something for everyone at the well planned and smoothly run club.

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need to do better?

n Children benefit from attentive staff, who are close by for support. Children understand what is expected of them at the club. Staff go through their club rules, which are visible on the wall for all children to see. Rule time is interactive, and children are encouraged to role play scenarios of good behaviour. Children receive prizes from staff when they have behaved well. Children clap and cheer as their friends receive prizes. n The club manager has clear aims for the club. He hopes to provide a safe space for children to play and be themselves, complementing their learning at school and their interests. Staff contribute to the daily running of the club, such as through their daily evaluations and planning with the club manager. The club manager is reflective, making carefully considered use of valuable feedback from parents and children. He makes changes and plans for ongoing development to enhance children's time at the club even further.

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need to do better?

n Staff promote children's good health effectively. They support good hygiene habits, such as washing hands before eating. Staff provide children with a variety of healthy snacks, such as pitta bread, cheese and vegetable sticks, nutritionally complementing school meals. Consideration is taken to ensure that all snacks are Kosher and that individual dietary requirements are adhered to. Snack time is a busy social occasion, where children and staff have lively conversations together.

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need to do better?

19 December 2022 n Children have opportunities to be physically active. Outside, they climb and play in the open space. Indoors, they play ring games and dance. Children enjoy drawing. Staff support them with their mark-making skills as they talk about drawing a Menorah. They count out the number of candles needed, and staff support them to be able to draw it. n Staff speak passionately about the children and how well they know them. The designated key person for younger children establishes strong attachments to support their emotional well-being. The key person swiftly recognises when younger children are shy or unsure and ensures that they settle well when coming to the club. He sensitively guides them to quieter areas to give them comfort when needed. All staff build positive relationships with all children to help promote their well-being. As a result, children feel safe and confident at the club.

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n Parent feedback indicates that they are happy with the service that the club provides. Parents state that 'the staff are very friendly and professional and provide a safe and engaging club' for children. The club staff communicate effectively with parents to ensure that important messages from the school are passed on. They also delight in informing parents when children have done something particularly well.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

All staff have a clear understanding of safeguarding. They are fully aware of their roles and responsibilities in reporting any concerns they have. Staff work together with teachers in the school to observe children, working together to keep children safe from harm and neglect. Staff confidently describe the actions they would take if they thought a child was at risk of being drawn into gang culture. Indoor and outdoor spaces are risk assessed to ensure the safety of all children. Children are taught how to keep themselves and their peers safe as they play. This further enhances children's well-being and safety.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2596709 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10251416 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 16 Number of children on roll 25 Name of registered person Active London Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07857430487 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Active London Clore Shalom registered in 2020 and operates from Clore Shalom School in Radlett, Hertfordshire. The club opens for after-school care for children who attend Clore Shalom school. The club is open from Monday to Thursday, from 3pm until 6pm, during term time only.

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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 observed interactions between staff and children. n Children spoke to the inspector about their experiences at the club. n Parents provided written feedback of their views of the club for the inspector. n The inspector spoke with the club manager and the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the setting.

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Inspection activities

19 December 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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19 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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