Backwell Out Of School Club

Inspection of Backwell Out Of School Club West Leigh County Infant School, Westfield Drive, Backwell, BRISTOL BS48 3NG

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This provision meets requirements

n The club operates from a school with access to the hall, library and outside areas. A large variety of resources, board games, dough and art and craft activities are provided, encouraging children to enjoy their time at the club. n Effective record keeping details which children are attending the club each day. School staff share updates with club staff, including any accidents, incidents or injuries that have occurred during the day. Effective information sharing with parents helps to develop consistent support. n Staff follow a familiar routine everyday, and help children to develop their independence and involvement in club life. For instance, they encourage children to freely access snacks on offer. n Staff promote children's healthy lifestyles. This is illustrated when they explain the importance of washing hands before eating snack. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Staff greet parents when they collect their

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children and share information that has been passed to them. Parents say that the club is wonderful, and that their children do not want to leave. n The experienced leader heads a dedicated team. She provides good guidance and support. She encourages them to access training to develop their skills and knowledge. n Children develop meaningful relationships with staff. For example, staff greet children warmly as they collect them from classrooms and ask about their day. n Staff have a sound understanding of their role and responsibilities to keep children safe. They demonstrate that they know the possible signs that may indicate when a child is suffering from harm and know the steps to take to report safeguarding concerns to the club's safeguarding lead and relevant agencies. In addition, staff know what to do if they become concerned about the conduct of a colleague.

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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 EY399196 Local authority North Somerset Inspection number 10276298 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 70 Name of registered person Wills, Shirley Ann

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reference number

Telephone number 07770 686 597 Date of previous inspection 11 July 2017

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Information about this early years setting

Backwell Out Of School Club registered in 2009. It is located in Backwell, Bristol. The club employs five members of staff. Of these, three staff members hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The club opens on Monday to Friday, from 3.05pm to 6pm, during school term time.

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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 leader gave the inspector a tour of the club and explained what activities were on offer for children. n Discussions were held between the inspector and parents. The inspector took account of parents' views. n The inspector observed activities and interaction between staff and children. n The inspector held discussions with the staff and held a meeting with the leader. n The leader showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n Although there were no children in the early years age range present at the time of this 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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