Y2K Kidz Klub

Inspection of Y2K Kidz Klub St. Stephens (Kearsley Moor) C of E Primary School, Bent Spur Road, Kearsley, Bolton, Lancashire BL4 8PB

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This provision meets requirements

Leaders and staff have created a safe, warm and welcoming club for children to get involved in a range of different activities, which ignite their curiosity and meet their changing interests. Staff are nurturing and intuitive to children's needs. They demonstrate a pure pleasure and enjoyment at supporting children in their quests. For example, a group of children work hard together to create a limbo rope out of finger crocheted wool. Children support each other to learn this new skill and work well as a team.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff support children to learn the club rules and develop a true understanding of why they are asked to do things. This creates a club based on respect and appreciation for each other. Staff model how to be kind, caring and considerate. This supports children to show care and concern for each other. Children behave very well. They resolve their own conflicts with little need for staff intervention. Staff support children to learn how to use electronic devices securely. They have time limits while using games consoles and understand how to use these safely. Leaders make staff well-being a priority. This helps staff support children's mental health sensitively.

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n Staff have created an engaging environment for children to get involved in a variety of different experiences. For example, staff support a group of children to make dough and explore the different texture, smell and colours. Children are encouraged to have a go and get involved. This supports children's development and self-esteem. n Staff interact with children throughout the session. They hold back-and-forth conversations with children. This supports children's communication and language development. Younger children test out using new words, which helps with their emerging vocabulary. Children are confident and express themselves well. n Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities well. They gather a wealth of information from parents about their children when they start. Staff work closely with schools to ensure that there is an effective two-way flow of information sharing. This ensures that children receive continuity of care.

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Children thrive in their development. n Staff support children to self-regulate. They are close by to help children to identify and understand their emotions. Staff help children to express their feelings in positive ways. Children share and take turns. They learn how their behaviour impacts others. Children learn to take ownership and responsibility for the club and the wider environment.

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21 February 2024 n Children have ample opportunity to play outdoors, where they develop their physical skills. During holiday club, children go on trips out into the local and wider community. Children visit the local farm and walk through the fields exploring the natural environment around them. Older children support younger children, helping them with their self-care needs. This helps younger children to settle quickly. n Staff support children to learn different ways to live healthy lifestyles. Children are provided with nutritious snacks and staff support parents to send children in with healthy packed lunches. Children have a good understanding of how to make healthy food choices. n Children use their imaginations and express themselves creatively. They use a range of craft materials to make their own unique constructions. Staff celebrate children's work and praise children's efforts. This gives children a real boost and

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encourages them to share their skills with each other. n Partnerships with parents are secure. Staff work closely with parents to share key information and celebrate children's achievements. They share strategies with parents to support children's behaviour and ensure that children receive consistent messages. This ensures that children are given clear information and understand the expectations of the club. n Leaders have secure supervision arrangements in place to support all staff who work with children. Staff receive regular tailored training and mentoring from dedicated leaders. This ensures that they keep up to date with mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding. In addition to this, staff are committed to their professional development to ensure they are continuously improving the outcomes for children.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY332784 Local authority Bolton Inspection number 10326026 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 45 Number of children on roll 46 Name of registered person Y2K Kidz Klub Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07725 421 888 Date of previous inspection 3 July 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Y2K Kidz Klub opened in 2006. It operates from St Stephen's Primary School. The club employs five members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The club opens from Monday to Friday. Sessions are from 7.15am to 8.45am and 3pm to 6pm and during the holidays from 7.15am to 6pm.

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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 manager and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the club. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while at the club. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the manager about the leadership and management of the club. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The manager showed the inspector 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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