Early years · Early years inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Mucky Kidz
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- Inspection date verified
30 Aug 2023
- Inspectors verified
Tracey Boland
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Previous overall verified
Not met
- Postcode verified
WV6 9EG
- Name on report verified
Mucky Kidz
- URN verified
2601927
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90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- The manager describes how staff plan a variety of play experiences, both inside and outdoors, taking into consideration children's ideas and suggestions. p.2
- Staff explain that they use this, alongside information gathered from the school that children attend, to support children to build on what they already know. p.2
- The manager demonstrates how the setting works with parents and the school to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and meet their individual needs and requirements. p.2
- The manager and staff describe how they support children to understand what behaviour is acceptable at the club and how to share and take turns. p.2
- They explain that they use sand timers to help children to understand when it is their turn with a particular toy. p.2
- The manager and staff demonstrate how they place importance on recognising children's good behaviour and praising them. p.2
- They explain that regular meetings take place as a team to share ideas and good practice, which supports a consistent approach in the club. p.2
- Staff describe how they support children's awareness of the importance of spending time outdoors in the fresh air and being active. p.2
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- Pages
- 5
- Words of findings
- 447
- shorter than usual (typical 729)
- Reading level
- Hard
- Flesch 48, typical 57
- Average sentence
- 19 words
- Next steps
- 8
- typical 8
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Inspection of Mucky Kidz 1 Pendeford Avenue, Wolverhampton WV6 9EG
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Met
Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)
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This provision meets requirements
n The manager describes how staff plan a variety of play experiences, both inside and outdoors, taking into consideration children's ideas and suggestions. Staff explain that they use this, alongside information gathered from the school that children attend, to support children to build on what they already know. n The manager demonstrates how the setting works with parents and the school to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and meet their individual needs and requirements. n The manager and staff describe how they support children to understand what behaviour is acceptable at the club and how to share and take turns. They explain that they use sand timers to help children to understand when it is their turn with a particular toy. The manager and staff demonstrate how they place importance on recognising children's good behaviour and praising them. n The manager demonstrates how they monitor and support staff's well-being and
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This provision meets requirements
professional development opportunities. They explain that regular meetings take place as a team to share ideas and good practice, which supports a consistent approach in the club. n Staff describe how they support children's awareness of the importance of spending time outdoors in the fresh air and being active. They explain how they build children's awareness of foods that have a positive impact on their health and well-being, through discussions and activities. n The manager explains how staff encourage children's awareness of different cultural events and celebrations throughout the year. They demonstrate how resources are available that further support children's awareness of people from around the world and with different abilities. n The manager and staff demonstrate a clear knowledge of how to safeguard children. They describe the various signs that may indicate that a child is at risk of abuse and neglect and the procedures they would follow to safeguard a child
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This provision meets requirements
in their care. n The manager explains the steps taken each day by staff to ensure that children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. This includes the safe transportation of children to and from school and on any trips and outings.
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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 2601927 Local authority Wolverhampton Inspection number 10279351 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 20 Number of children on roll 17 Name of registered person Davies, Carol
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reference number
Telephone number 07904456742 Date of previous inspection 19 December 2022
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Information about this early years setting
Mucky Kidz registered in 2020. The before- and after-school club employs three members of childcare staff. Of these, two hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The before- and after-school club operates from 7am until 9am, and from 3pm until 6pm, during term time. A holiday club operates from 8am until 6pm during some of the school holidays.
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Inspection activities
n The inspector discussed any continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. 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. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual/registered individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting.
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Inspection activities
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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Inspection activities
30 August 2023 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.
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Inspection activities
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Inspection activities
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Inspection activities
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