Busy Living at St Josephs

Inspection of Busy Living at St Josephs St. Josephs RC Combined School, Priory Road, Chalfont St. Peter, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire SL9 8SB

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This provision meets requirements

Children are happy and enjoy their time at the club. They are eager and enthusiastic to get involved with the activities on offer and spend time with their friends. For example, children love taking part in a talent contest. They tell jokes and sing familiar songs individually or in small groups as they stand up and perform. Children give each other a huge round of applause and are extremely supportive of their peers.

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This provision meets requirements

Older children are caring and kind towards the younger children. They involve them in their play and encourage and support them to have a go at new things. For instance, they invite the youngest children to join in a game of football. Children work together as a team and make sure everyone is included and has the opportunity to participate equally. They praise and celebrate each other's efforts.

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This provision meets requirements

Children feel safe and settled in the club. They form close bonds with the friendly staff, who know them well. They actively take part in choosing what activities they want to do by writing down their ideas for staff to use in their planning. Staff consider their views and support children to feel high levels of self-worth and a strong sense of belonging in the club.

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n Staff are positive role models. Their energy and enthusiasm inspire children to get involved and playfully explore together. For instance, children laugh and squeal with delight as staff join them in playing with trays of jelly. They are fascinated to find out about what jelly is made from. Children get fully immersed in the experience of smelling, touching and exploring the different things they can do. n Staff promote children's good health. They provide nutritious snacks and talk to children about how food gives them energy. Children have plenty of space to be physically active and spend time outside benefiting from the fresh air. Staff make sure there are also opportunities for children to rest and relax after a busy day at school. n Staff provide children with opportunities to be creative and express themselves. For example, children make models, collages and posters with various materials and resources. As they work on their creations, they talk to each other about

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their interests and favourite things. Children discuss their experiences from home and talk about their families. They discover what makes them unique and are respectful of each other's differences. n Staff support children to develop a sense of responsibility. For example, children take turns to carry out the role of a club helper. They wear t-shirts to display

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8 February 2023 their designated role and take great pride in performing important tasks. Staff help children appreciate the value of being helpful to others. n Overall, children behave well. They display good manners and are kind and considerate towards one another. Staff make sure children are aware of some of the important rules of the club to keep themselves safe. For instance, children know they must tell an adult when they are going to the playground or toilet. However, at times staff need to remind children of their expectations. For example, to listen quietly during the register when staff collect them from their classrooms. This means children sometimes have to wait longer than necessary before getting involved in the routine and activities. n Staff have established good relationships with parents. They give parents feedback about their children's time at the club. Parents comment on how much

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their children enjoy attending the club and how happy they are with the good care and enjoyable experiences the staff provide. n Leaders make sure effective support for staff is in place. They carry out regular supervisions and provide training to help staff develop their skills. Leaders encourage staff to share their ideas and use these in planning the activities and experiences for children. Staff feel valued in their roles and supported in their well-being. The strong and effective team work well together to provide a positive and safe environment for children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

Leaders ensure staff undertake effective training to understand their role in safeguarding children. Staff know how to raise any concerns they might have about the welfare of a child. They are aware of the possible signs and symptoms that might suggest a child is at risk of abuse. Staff know what to do if they were worried about the conduct of any adults working with children. Leaders have robust policies and procedures that all staff are aware of. Staff carry out risk assessments and put in place measures to minimise hazards to keep children safe in the club.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY409504 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10276184 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 30 Number of children on roll 225 Name of registered person Busy Living Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07444392686 Date of previous inspection 5 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

Busy Living at St Josephs registered in 2010. It offers before- and after-school care and holiday care only. The breakfast club is open each weekday from 7.45am to 8.45am and the out-of-school club is open from 3pm until 6pm, during term time. The setting also operates a holiday playscheme during most of the school holidays that operates from 8am until 6pm on Monday to Friday.

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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 had a meeting with the owner and manager and discussed the leadership and management of the setting. n Parents shared their views of the club with the inspector. n The inspector spoke to children and staff at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the quality of activities and experiences being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's engagement and enjoyment.

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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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