ACE Kids@Velmead Junior School

Inspection of Scl At Velmead Junior School Velmead Road, Fleet, Hampshire GU52 7LG

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager has an excellent understanding of how to promote children's understanding of healthy lifestyles. For instance, he explains how children play energetically and enjoy plenty of fresh air. The manager describes how children have many opportunities for climbing and space to play team games. He states that children learn to adopt good hygiene practices while in the club. For example, children are reminded to wash their hands before eating their snacks. n Staff have an excellent knowledge of the local safeguarding partnership procedures. They demonstrate, through discussion, a secure understanding of possible signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect, including radical and extreme behaviours. The manager explains how he checks the staff safeguarding knowledge. For example, he asks them a range of scenario-based questions. This helps them to identify children who may be at risk of harm. n The manager understands the importance of teaching children about healthy

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eating. For example, he describes how children enjoy a range of healthy snacks, including fresh fruits and vegetables. The manager explains that children learn about the food they are eating and why it is good for them. n Staff are supported well in their roles. For instance, the management team carries out regular supervision meetings with staff to identify their individual development and training needs. n The manager recognises the importance of building good relationships with parents. He explains how staff find out about children's interests before they begin in the setting. The manager states that this helps staff to plan activities that they know will engage children. n The manager has a positive attitude to making improvements to the club. For example, he demonstrates, through discussion, how he evaluates the success of planned activities. The manager describes how staff consider children's views,

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such as when deciding which team games to play. n The manager understands how to promote children's good behaviour in the setting. For example, he explains how staff act as good role models and encourage children to share and take turns. He states that children can earn 'reward wristbands' when they demonstrate the club values.

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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 EY290379 Local authority Hampshire Inspection number 10265242 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 100 Number of children on roll 203 Name of registered person Soccer Coaching Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 03456445747 Date of previous inspection 31 May 2017

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Information about this early years setting

Scl at Velmead Junior School registered in 2004. It is situated in Velmead Junior School in Fleet, Hampshire. The club opens in the school holidays, from 8am to 6pm. During term time, it opens from 7.45am to 8.45am and from 3.15pm to 6pm. There are six members of staff who work directly with the children.

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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 Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n Although there were no children in the early age range present at the time of the inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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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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