Shalom Childcare Ltd T/A Totz2teenz

Inspection of Shalom Childcare Ltd T/A Totz2teenz Ifield Community Centre, Ifield, Crawley RH11 0HD

p.1

This provision meets requirements

Children arrive at this inclusive after-school club happily. They are eager to explore familiar toys and play with their friends. Staff promote children's independence well. Children know the routines of the club well. They get out toys they like to play with and sustain high levels of concentration, making their own bead pictures, talking about the different colours and shapes. This encourages children's confidence and positive attitudes. Staff know their children and their families well.

p.2

This provision meets requirements

Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. For example, staff ensure they have undertaken additional training to meet children's individual needs. They provide games and activities that encourage turn taking and sharing. Children are motivated to share the coloured pens to make their own fruit pictures, eagerly sharing these with interested staff. This helps support their social skills well. Staff promote children's well-being effectively. They talk to them about their day and show genuine interest in their families. Children enjoy talking about their favourite foods with staff, laughing about their favourite sweets. This supports children's communication and listening skills.

p.2

need to do better?

n Leaders and managers are reflective and evaluative. They are keen for children to have fun and enjoy their time at the club. They have positive relationships with external agencies and are proactive in seeking advice and support to ensure they offer a quality experience for children. n Staff promote children's independence well. Children help set up snacks and drinks. They go to the toilet independently and help tidy up. Staff praise and encourage children. For example, staff join in watching a favourite film with children, talking about it together. This develops children's self-esteem. n Children benefit from a range of activities and resources set up to motivate and interest them. Children have access to a large hall space and outside area. They enjoy talking about their day during circle time, joining in when they arrive. This encourages their listening and attention skills. n Leaders and managers prioritise children's emotional well-being. Children are

p.2

need to do better?

encouraged to make decisions about the club as part of the 'children's committee'. Leaders and managers encourage children to share their ideas and suggestions. They talk of the club as a family and want children to have a voice. n Children demonstrate good behaviour. They play with their friends well, listening to each other and following the rules and routines of the club. Staff provide reassurance and are patient and calm in their approach. This develops children's positive attitudes. n Staff have good relationships with local families. They are flexible in their

p.2

need to do better?

3 November 2023 approach. Parents report that their children have made friends at the club and enjoy the activities. They talk of the hard working staff and caring atmosphere. They appreciate the additional support staff provide, offering homework and reading clubs. n Leaders and managers are passionate about developing their practice and provision that they offer. They encourage new staff to undertake a range of courses to develop their knowledge and skills. Management and staff work closely with local schools and the local authority to support continuity for children.

p.2

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

p.3

Safeguarding

Leaders and managers have robust recruitment processes in place. They understand their roles and responsibilities. They act swiftly to identify any risks or hazards to children and report these directly to the relevant agencies. For example, staff work closely with the local council to ensure repairs to the premises are undertaken quickly. Staff recognise signs and symptoms of abuse and know where to go to access help and advice. Effective record-keeping procedures are in place. Staff undertake evacuation procedures.

p.3

Setting details

Unique reference number 2738569 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10318049 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 60 Number of children on roll 20 Name of registered person Shalom Childcare Ltd

p.4

reference number

Telephone number 07851627295 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

p.4

Information about this early years setting

Shalom Childcare Ltd T/A Totz2teenz registered in 2023. They employ four member of staff. Of these, three hold a level 3 qualification, and one holds a level 2 qualification. The setting is open 7.30am to 8.30am, 2.45pm to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, term time only.

p.4

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 manager showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Children spoke to/communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

p.5

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.

p.5

Inspection activities

3 November 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.

p.5

Inspection activities

If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 1231, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Inspection activities

You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/ , write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk

p.6

Inspection activities

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.6

Inspection activities

T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/ofsted

p.6