Early years · Early years inspection (EIF, requirements met)
Munchkin Sports Langley Park School for Boys Holiday Camp
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- Inspection date verified
10 Aug 2023
- Inspectors verified
Gary Pickett
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Postcode verified
BR3 3BP
- Name on report verified
Munchkin Sports Langley Park School for Boys Holiday Camp
- URN verified
2634770
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90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- Children start their day happy and cheerful at this holiday club. p.2
- They are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by the friendly staff team. p.2
- The children help the adults to plan out their day ahead with activities which are interesting and motivating for all children. p.2
- Adults offer playful interactions and positive reinforcement during activities. p.2
- This helps children to remain engaged for long periods of time. p.2
- Children form close friendships with each other and enjoy completing the activities together. p.2
- They are seen laughing and smiling with the adults and their friends throughout the day. p.2
- Adults model expected behaviours and this supports children to show exemplary behaviour while at the club. p.2
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Teaching & assessment4
“Adults offer playful interactions and positive reinforcement during activities.” p.2Leadership & governance4
“Adults are well supported by senior leaders at this club.” p.2Staff development4
“The provider has robust safer recruitment processes in place.” p.3Progress & outcomes2
“They are confident and keen to share their achievements with adults.” p.2
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- 6
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- about usual (typical 729)
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- Fairly hard
- Flesch 54, typical 57
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- 14 words
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- typical 8
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Inspection of Munchkin Sports Langley Park School for Boys Holiday Camp Langley Park School For Boys, Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham BR3 3BP
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This provision meets requirements
Children start their day happy and cheerful at this holiday club. They are greeted warmly and enthusiastically by the friendly staff team. The children help the adults to plan out their day ahead with activities which are interesting and motivating for all children. Adults offer playful interactions and positive reinforcement during activities. This helps children to remain engaged for long periods of time. Children form close friendships with each other and enjoy completing the activities together. They are seen laughing and smiling with the adults and their friends throughout the day. Adults model expected behaviours and this supports children to show exemplary behaviour while at the club.
p.2
This provision meets requirements
Children learn about taking appropriate risks during their play. They are also taught about personal hygiene skills such as using the toilet and washing their hands regularly. For example, children are taken to the bathrooms to wash their hands in between each session. Adults ensure the environment is safe by completing regular risk assessments and removing any hazards at the start of the day. Children are kept well engaged throughout the session by adults who are funny, kind and caring. Children are safe and happy at this holiday club.
p.2
need to do better?
n Parents are delighted with the care their children receive at this holiday club. They say that their children always come home excited and eager to return the following day. Parents are happy with the communication received from the adults at the club. This includes informing them about their child's day. Parents also feel confident that they could raise any concerns or issues with the adults working at the club. They report that they would continue to send their child to this holiday club. n Adults are well supported by senior leaders at this club. This includes regular observations and monitoring to develop their professional development skills. Adults are also given opportunities to complete regular training and online workshops. Leaders offer practical and supportive advice to adults throughout the session. n Children are taught to be independent and are encouraged to wash their hands between each session. They are reminded to not share their food with each
p.2
need to do better?
other, and adults ensure dietary requirements are met. Children remain physically active during the day with a variety of resources and activities. Children are encouraged to take part in the planning of daily activities, and adults monitor this to ensure children remain happy and engaged at the club. Children are given the opportunity to take part in a variety of free play with toys, sports and team-building games.
p.2
need to do better?
10 August 2023 n Children are encouraged to be confident and get along with their peers. Adults plan and take part in children's games and praise them for their efforts. A key focus for this club is on teaching children how to work together and build positive relationships with each other. Adults support and encourage children's confidence and independence during multi-skills and sports games. n Adults have high expectations for all children's behaviour. Children's behaviour at this club is excellent. They are confident and keen to share their achievements with adults. Adults reinforce the club rules, which the children help to repeat in fun and exciting ways. For instance, children help adults to memorise the club's golden rules at the start of each session. Children know exactly what the expectations are for their behaviour throughout the day. n Children are encouraged to learn new skills by the adults who help them to think
p.2
need to do better?
about setting small goals and targets during activities. Adults support this by celebrating all children's achievements. For example, adults congratulate children following the completion of a team game where children work together using hoops to race towards the finish line. They ensure that all children have a positive experience while at this club and enjoy their play and learning.
p.3
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
p.3
Safeguarding
All adults understand their duty to keep children safe from harm. They regularly complete safeguarding training which enables them to spot the signs and symptoms of abuse. Leaders ensure staff are confident with reporting safeguarding concerns by checking their understanding through regular quizzes and questions. Adults are clear about reporting allegations to the local authority designated officer. The provider has robust safer recruitment processes in place. Leaders use risk assessments to ensure the premises is safe and appropriate for use. This also includes practising weekly fire evacuation drills.
p.3
Setting details
Unique reference number 2634770 Local authority Bromley Inspection number 10285497 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises
p.4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care
p.4
inspection
Total number of places 100 Number of children on roll 160 Name of registered person Munchkinsports LLP
p.4
reference number
Telephone number 02086583777 Date of previous inspection Not applicable
p.4
Information about this early years setting
Munchkin Sports Langley Park School for Boys Holiday Camp registered in 2021. The club operates from Langley Park School For Boys in Beckenham. It opens from 8.30am to 5.30pm during school holidays.
p.4
Inspection activities
n This was the first routine inspection the club 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 carried out observations and discussions with staff and children about their views of the club during inspection. n The inspector took a tour of the club with the provider. They spoke about how the timetable is organised and what opportunities were available to children. n Parents spoke to the inspector to share their views about the club. n The inspector reviewed some of the provider's documentation.
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Inspection activities
10 August 2023 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
10 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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