Kidzgrove After School Club

Inspection of Kidzgrove After School Club Peafield Lane Academy, Litton Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, Mansfield NG19 9PB

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This provision meets requirements

n The provider has highly effective methods in place to ensure children are kept safe in the club. Through discussion, she and her staff demonstrate a secure knowledge and understanding of how to identify potential signs and symptoms of abuse and how to report these to the appropriate agency. n The provider and staff have a clear understanding of supporting children's behaviour effectively through role modelling, guidance and simple rules. The older children present demonstrate positive behaviour as they listen to staff and follow simple instructions. Staff understand how to boost children's self-esteem through offering praise, kindness and respect. n The provider describes how she will promote children's engagement in play and help them to enjoy the club by offering a balance of play opportunities and activities that reflect their interests. She explains how this will be done through discussions with children to find out what they enjoy and providing relevant

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experiences for them in order for them to enjoy their time in the club. This is demonstrated by the older children present as they are helped to write a story about the film 'Titanic'. n The provider recognises the importance of supporting children to be independent and confident. She describes how she will do this through providing open discussions and supporting children to gain new experiences. For example, the older children present are taught how to administer first aid, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to place people in the recovery position. They display high levels of engagement and interest in this and ask appropriate questions to secure their learning. n The provider understands how to help children to develop healthy lifestyles. She understands the importance of providing children with healthy snacks to support their good health. Older children present enjoy sandwiches, fresh vegetables and

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fruit. They comment on how these types of foods are good for them. The provider talks about ensuring children have opportunities to be physically active through running games and a range of team games. n The provider demonstrates an understanding of the importance of having good partnerships with parents as well as with the school the children attend, to ensure consistency of care. She discusses how parents will be informed of the range of activities children take part in at the club, as well as sharing pertinent information from the school. The provider shares how she meets with teachers at the school to learn about projects children are involved in, extending this into the provision. n There are clear systems, along with documentation, in place to ensure staff working at the setting have gone through appropriate checks to assure their suitability. The provider ensures that staff are supported to develop their skills

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through ongoing access to a range of professional development. Regular supervision is offered to staff to discuss their wellbeing and progress in the setting. These meetings help to identify strengths and areas for development in order to ensure high-quality provision is offered to children.

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This provision meets requirements

16 April 2024 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 2752937 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10337923 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 50 Number of children on roll 28 Name of registered person Kidzgrove Daycare Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07751665696 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Kidzgrove After School Club LTD registered in 2023 and is based at Peafield Lane Academy, Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire. The club is open Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 8.45am and from 3.15pm to 5.30pm, term time only. There are two staff who regularly work with the children. One member of staff has a relevant qualification at level 3.

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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 viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and the older children who were present. n The provider showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n The inspector talked to the staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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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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16 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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