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Early years · Early years inspection (EIF, requirements met)

TSF Springmead Primary School

Inspected 5 Apr 2024 · published 25 Apr 2024 · URN 2664160

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  • Inspection date verified

    5 Apr 2024

  • Inspectors verified

    Jill Hardaker

  • Overall effectivenesssingle source

    Met

  • Postcode verified

    AL7 2HB

  • Name on report verified

    TSF Springmead Primary School

  • URN verified

    2664160

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  • OverallMet

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+14Mostly positivemore positive than 7% of reports of this type graded Met
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FindingsWhat needs to improveAbout the inspection positive critical
  • Findings16w0
  • What needs to improve396w+14

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5
Words of findings
408
shorter than usual (typical 729)
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Fairly hard
Flesch 56, typical 57
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16 words
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Findings 2%What needs to improve 47%About the inspection 51%

Full report text

Inspection of TSF Springmead Primary School Springmead Jmi School, Hilly Fields, WELWYN GARDEN CITY AL7 2HB

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider knows how to create a safe and welcoming environment for children that meets their needs through school holidays. He and his staff get to know children well and make sure their interests are taken into consideration in their planning of the holiday camp. They provide toys and resources that are familiar to children, such as what they use at nursery or school. These effective procedures help children to settle and feel secure. n The provider demonstrates a clear knowledge of how to keep children safe. He has up to-date knowledge and information regarding child abuse and wider safeguarding concerns. The provider trains all his staff in safeguarding and ensures they know how to recognise signs that children may be at risk of harm. He has strong policies and procedures in place relating to all aspects of safeguarding and health and safety. The provider makes sure he and his staff know how to report any concerns they may have about children in their care.

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider places a strong emphasis on physical activity. Parents can sign children up to football training, which is led by experienced coaches. Other children have access to the school's playground and climbing equipment. Staff provide daily indoor challenges, such as basketball and darts. These highly active experiences support children's overall health, well-being and enjoyment. n The provider makes sure all his staff are suitable to work with children. Any staff that start to work before their Disclosure and Barring Checks are completed are closely supervised. Many staff work in one of the schools that children also attend. This provides children with a friendly face and supports the effective transition between settings. The provider understands the importance of continuous professional development. He encourages his staff to undertake training that supports their ongoing development of knowledge and skills.

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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 2664160 Local authority Hertfordshire Inspection number 10333094 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 Sessional day care

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inspection

Total number of places 80 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Males, Neil

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reference number

Telephone number 01707331508 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

TSF Springmead Primary School holiday club operates from Springmead Primary School in Welwyn Garden City, Monday to Friday, from 8.30am until 3.30pm, during school holidays 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 her evaluations. n The inspector held discussions with the provider to consider his understanding of the safeguarding and welfare requirements linked to out-of-school care. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as the provider's safeguarding procedures, complaints policy and evidence of the suitability of staff. n The inspector and provider discussed how the club is organised and what activities and experiences he provides for children.

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Inspection activities

5 April 2024 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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Inspection activities

5 April 2024 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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