PJs Stay&Play Club@Willowbank

Inspection of PJs Stay&Play Club@Willowbank Willowbank Primary School, Manitoba Gardens, Cullompton EX15 1EZ

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This provision meets requirements

n The manager is aware of his duty to safeguard children. He explains how all staff receive regular safeguarding training to make sure they understand the procedures to follow if they have any child protection concerns. He follows robust recruitment policies to ensure the suitability of staff. Staff carry out daily checks of the building to identify and remove any potential hazards to children. n The manager demonstrates how he creates an inclusive play environment. He provides toys and activities that motivate children and meets their individual interests and needs. n Staff know the importance of maintaining communication with parents. The manager encourages feedback from parents through questionnaires. He uses this to help shape and improve the club. n There is an emphasis on creating warm and respectful relationships between staff and children. The manager is passionate about supporting children's

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emotional well-being. He demonstrates a secure understanding of the importance of positive behaviour strategies. There is a focus on talking about emotions and feelings with children. This helps children learn how to regulate themselves and solve minor disputes independently n The manager understands the importance of good partnerships with parents and other professionals involved in children's care. For example, the manager has a daily handover with school staff when he collects children after school. This helps to promote continuity in children's care and learning. n Staff provide daily physical activities such as gymnastics and football. They promote healthy eating. The manager explains how he supports parents with ideas for healthy snacks. He talks about how children sit and eat fruit at set times. This encourages social interaction and helps children to adopt healthy lifestyles n The manager discusses how staff take part in ongoing training opportunities to

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enhance and support their professional development. He uses his childminding and mentoring skills to support staff's understanding of the Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. There is a focus on staff's knowledge and experience of working with children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This enables staff to provide appropriate support and care for all children who attend the club.

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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 2661103 Local authority Devon Inspection number 10333027 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 12 Number of children on roll 0 Name of registered person Dickson, Paul William

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reference number

Telephone number 07973620499 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

PJs Stay&Play Club@Willowbank registered 2021. The club runs from Willowbank Primary School in Cullompton, Devon. It operates weekdays from 3.30pm to 5.30pm, during term time. The club employs three members of staff, two of whom have level 3 qualifications.

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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 provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The manager spoke with the inspector about the leadership and management of the setting.

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Inspection activities

18 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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