Fireflies Childcare Limited

Inspection of Fireflies Childcare Limited Stafford County Junior School, Ringwood Road, Eastbourne BN22 8UA

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This provision meets requirements

n Staff set up a broad range of activities, based on the children's interests and ideas, to help them learn new skills at the club. Staff get to know the children well from the start. They understand the importance of working together with parents and other professionals to make sure that all children's needs are met and ensure they can participate in the activities offered. n Staff complete effective risk assessments to identify any hazards to children and take steps to remove or minimise them. They have arrangements in place to teach children how to keep themselves safe, such as when climbing trees in the outside area. n Parents of older children who attend the club say that communication between the club and parents is very good. They feel well informed about the service the club provides and are particularly happy with the healthy meals their children have while at the club. Parents state that the staff make effective adaptations to

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the running of the club to support individual children and meet their needs. n Staff have arrangements in place for children to make a commitment and declare that they fully understand the rules for the club and take responsibility for these being implemented. Staff explain how they plan to support the youngest children's emotional well-being during the transition into the club and school. Staff expectations are communicated clearly and they work closely with parents to ensure any issues can be resolved swiftly. n Staff have regular supervision meetings, where the manager sets targets for their professional development. They access a wide range of training that contributes to the ongoing evaluation and improvements in the setting, particularly in the new classroom premises. n The manager and staff team are aware of their duty to safeguard children. The manager confidently explains the signs and indicators of abuse, and

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demonstrates that she fully understands the procedures to follow if she had any child protection concerns and what to do if she had an allegation of a member of staff.

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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 2706459 Local authority East Sussex Inspection number 10307820 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 Full day care

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inspection

Total number of places 24 Number of children on roll 35 Name of registered person Fireflies Childcare Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07462954274 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Fireflies Childcare Limited before-, after-school and holiday club operates from Stafford County Junior School in Eastbourne. The club has been running since 2022, providing provision Monday to Friday, before and after school, as well as Monday to Friday all day during the school holidays.

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n The inspector discussed the provision with the manager and reviewed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager spoke with the inspector about the planning and the leadership and management of the setting. n The inspector viewed written feedback from several parents and took account of their views. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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14 September 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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14 September 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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