More Play More Often Community Interest Company

Inspection of More Play More Often Community Interest Company Edgeley Children's Play Centre, Cheadle Old Road, Stockport, Cheshire SK3 9RQ

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Met

Previous inspection Not Met (enforcement)

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This provision meets requirements

n Since the previous inspection there has been a vast improvement in the overall quality of the provision. Self-evaluation processes have been introduced and are used well. This has helped the provider to ensure that requirements are met and to identify ways to continue to improve. n The provider has ensured that all staff are trained to understand safeguarding procedures. Staff are aware of the correct procedure to follow should they need to refer concerns about the welfare of children. Risk assessments and checks of the environment are conducted frequently. This means that staff are able to identify and minimise any potential risks to children and keep them safe. n Staff provide an interesting environment. They understand the importance of offering children an exciting range of physically active games, such as football. Staff provide activities to help children to engage in purposeful play. n Staff find out information from parents at the start. They use this information to

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This provision meets requirements

help children to settle in as staff provide activities that promote their interests. Staff discuss how they collect children from local schools and share some key messages between parents and the school teachers. This helps to provide a consistent approach towards supporting children's care needs. n The manager explains how children's behaviour is managed. Staff use different methods, such as holding up an octopus toy to show children it is time to listen. Children are involved in creating their own rules which helps them to become aware of the expectations for behaviour. n Staff now benefit from supervision sessions with the manager. They recently attended a training course to develop their understanding of autism. Staff explain how they are encouraged to develop some of the skills and knowledge that is required to meet children's individual needs. Everyone is welcome and are fully included at this friendly club.

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This provision meets requirements

n Staff describe how to promote children's healthy lifestyles. They explain the importance of teaching children to wash their hands before eating snack. Staff display handwashing prompts as a reminder. There is a healthy eating policy. n Staff discuss how they prioritise caring for children and work hard to develop close relationships. Staff follow a typical schedule each day. They understand how this helps children to develop a sense of security as they know the routines. Staff describe how children arrive and know to promptly hang up their fluorescent jackets before it is time to play.

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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 EY483107 Local authority Stockport Inspection number 10305769 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 25 Number of children on roll 42

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Name of registered person

More Play More Often Community Interest Company

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reference number

Telephone number 0161 429 7568 Date of previous inspection 23 February 2023

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Information about this early years setting

More Play More Often Community Interest Company registered in 2014. The setting employs three members of childcare staff. Two staff hold appropriate qualifications at level 2 or above. The setting operates Monday to Friday from 3pm to 6pm during term time. The setting also offers a holiday club during all school holidays which operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm.

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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 age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual/manager about the leadership and management and organisation of the club. n The nominated individual/manager showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure it is safe and suitable. n The inspector observed and spoke to the older children, to find out about their time at the club. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector was shown documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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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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