C.A.T.S Club @ Our Lady of Lourdes RC School

Inspection of C.A.T.S Club @ Our Lady of Lourdes RC School Our Lady of Lourdes School, The Green, Rottingdean, BRIGHTON BN2 7HA

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n The provider describes how she would ensure that all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enjoy their time in the after- school club. She knows the importance of planning activities and events that stimulate children's curiosity and play. She would involve children in planning their play space and would take account of their interests and fascinations. n The provider explains how important it is that all children feel comfortable and secure in the after-school club. They would be assigned a key person to support their emotional and physical needs. Staff would create safe spaces for children to retreat to and relax in after a day in school. The provider recognises the importance of children forming strong attachments with staff to support their emotional security and well-being. n The provider knows what to do should she have any concerns about the welfare

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and safety of children in her care. She has thorough safer recruitment processes in place to ensure the ongoing suitability of all staff working with children. All safeguarding policies would be shared with parents. The premises are safe and secure. n The provider explains how she would help children maintain healthy routines and lifestyles. For example, she plans a menu which is nutritionally balanced alongside what children might have eaten for school dinner. Children would be able to help themselves to healthy snacks and water while they play. They would be encouraged to wash their hands regularly, such as before eating and after using the toilet. n The provider talks about acting as a positive role model for children, to help them learn about self-respect and acceptance of others. She says that children would be encouraged to be polite and to reflect on their own attitudes towards one another. She would encourage children to cooperate and share with one

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another so that they can successfully enjoy games and playful activities together.

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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 2618753 Local authority Brighton and Hove Inspection number 10265169 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 15 Number of children on roll 30

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Name of registered person

Collingwood And Trafalgar School Club Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 01273 588762 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

C.A.T.S Club @ Our Lady of Lourdes RC school is in Rottingdean, near Brighton, East Sussex. It registered in 2020 and is one of several out-of-school clubs owned by the Collingwood and Trafalgar School Club Committee. It is based at Our Lady of Lourdes RC School. The club is open from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. There are four members of staff, of whom two hold relevant qualifications at levels 2 and 5.

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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 this into account in their evaluation of the provider. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The provider showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure that they are safe and suitable. n The inspector spoke with staff during the inspection and took account of their views. n The provider showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n The inspector spoke with the provider about the leadership and management of the setting.

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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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