S4A Group Ltd @ Maids Moreton

Inspection of S4A Group Ltd @ Maids Moreton Maids Moreton C Of E School, Avenue Road, Maids Moreton, Buckingham MK18 1QA

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n Leaders ensure that staff have a very secure understanding of their role in keeping children safe. They provide a thorough programme of safeguarding training to ensure that staff can recognise and respond to any signs that could indicate a child is at risk of harm. Leaders follow robust recruitment procedures to ensure the suitability of those they employ to work with children. n Staff demonstrate they can deliver a range of fun and exciting play-based experiences that children will enjoy before or after a day at school. Staff explain how they ensure that there is a wide variety of experiences on offer to meet the differing needs of children. For example, they explain how they provide sports for children who need to be physically active and also spaces where children can play quietly. n Leaders understand the value of working closely and collaboratively with staff at the host school. They understand that this way they can help children build on

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skills they are learning elsewhere. n Staff know that by fully involving children in preparing for activities they can help children build their independence and self-esteem. For example, by putting trust in children to find all the ingredients for a cooking activity, they know children will rise to the occasion and act responsibly. Staff also know that activities such as this, as well as being lots of fun, can be used to encourage children to work together and consider the needs of others. n Staff understand the importance of being good role models. They know that if they are helpful and polite to each other this helps children understand the importance of behaving in this way too. n Staff understand the importance of strong key-person arrangements. Leaders explain the value of employing some staff who also work at the host school and know young children well. They explain how this can help provide the level of

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continuity younger children need to feel confident, settled and valued at the club. n Leaders explain how they plan to ensure that children learn to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. They plan plenty of physical activities and ensure that snacks are healthy and nutritious. n Leaders explain how they support staff to develop their skills. They offer plenty of training and regularly visit the club to review the provision and provide staff with feedback on their performance. They also recognise the value of less- experienced staff working with and learning from colleagues with more experience. Staff feel appreciated and report how much they enjoy the company of the children and working at the club.

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22 June 2023 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 2646592 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10295789 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 40 Number of children on roll 39 Name of registered person S4A Group Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 01280460560 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

S4A Group Ltd @ Maids Moreton registered in 2021 and operates from Maids Moreton C of E School., Buckinghamshire. The club employs three members of childcare staff. The club operates from 7.30am to 8.45am and 3.15pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.

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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 that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector saw all parts of the building used by the club and found out how staff ensure a safe environment for children. n The inspector spoke with all staff members to find out how they organise activities to meet the needs of the children who attend. n Parents shared their views. n A representative of the provider met with the inspector to explain about the leadership and management of the setting. n A sample of key documentation was provided to the inspector.

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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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