Topkidz@Kensworth

Inspection of Topkidz@Kensworth Kensworth Lower School, Common Road, Kensworth, Dunstable LU6 3RH

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider and staff fully understand the importance of keeping children safe during their time at the after-school club. The provider states that she will complete daily risk assessments to ensure the areas and resources used by the children are safe. She also discussed how she will ensure the children are supervised at all times. n The provider and staff understand their responsibilities to safeguard children. They are able to give examples of the signs and symptoms that might indicate that a child is at risk of harm. They fully understand the procedures to follow if they have a concern about a child's well-being and safety. This includes the measures to take if an allegation is made against herself or other adults. n The provider describes her recruitment, induction, and staff supervision procedures. This supports her to ensure all staff are suitable to work with children and understand their role and responsibilities. The provider discussed

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how staff complete safeguarding and paediatric first-aid training. n The provider speaks confidently about the range of activities and resources available to the children. This includes children having access to, for example, board games, construction resources, art and craft activities and physical play activities in the school grounds. n The provider and staff know how to support children's health. They understand the importance of helping children to develop good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before eating their snack. The provider describes how she will provide children with healthy snacks and water or milk. She discussed the importance of providing a range of physical activities in the fresh air, such as developing children's football skills. n The provider and staff demonstrate how they will support young children to manage their feelings and behaviours. The provider explained how she will

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encourage the children to learn to share, develop good manners and to be kind and considerate to their friends. She discussed the importance of talking to the children to help them to understand why certain behaviours are not acceptable. n The provider confidently discussed her intention to provide a welcoming and fun after-school club. She demonstrates through discussion that she understands the importance of working with parents, teachers at the school and other professionals. The provider understands the requirement to gather a range of information about a child before they attend, such as information about a child's health and any known allergies. n The provider confidently discussed how the staff will build secure relationships with the children to support them to feel safe and to support their emotional well-being. She discussed how children will be supported to develop their independence and sense of responsibility.

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This provision meets requirements

11 December 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 2699014 Local authority Central Bedfordshire Inspection number 10320451 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 10 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of registered person

Topkidz Out-Of-School Hours & Daycare Group Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 0345 430 9331 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Topkidz@Kensworth registered in 2022 and operates from Kensworth Lower School, Dunstable. The club employs three members of childcare staff. One member of staff holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. The club opens Monday to Friday from 8am to 8.45am and from 3.30pm to 5.30pm, term time only.

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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 inspector took a tour of the club with the provider and talked about how the club is organised, including the play opportunities provided for the children. n The provider and staff engaged in discussions with the inspector during the inspection. n A sample of documents were viewed by the inspector, including evidence of staff suitability.

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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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11 December 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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