The Big Adventure Club Shaw Ridge

Inspection of The Big Adventure Club Shaw Ridge Shaw Ridge School, Ridge Green, Shaw, SWINDON SN5 5PU

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This provision meets requirements

Passionate and friendly staff welcome the children into this inviting and nurturing after-school club. They enthusiastically ask the children about their day and what they have learned. The children show they have formed strong relationships. They invite staff into their play and feel comfortable to ask questions. Staff engage with the children in their chosen play. They provide a wide range of praise and encouragement, which helps children develop high levels of confidence.

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This provision meets requirements

The children enjoy spending time outdoors. They participate in a wide range of physical activities, which support their mental health and well-being. Children freely run races around the track. They decide to time their laps and challenge themselves to beat their previous time. Staff and other children stand on the sidelines. They cheer each other on and encourage one another to keep going. Children play football and challenge staff to hit the crossbar with the ball. They explore bubbles and make daisy chains within their friendship groups.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff promote healthy eating and provide the children with a wide range of healthy snacks. Children create pitta pizzas using a range of toppings. They talk about healthy food choice alongside different preferences. Staff encourage the children to help with daily tasks. Children wash up their plates after tea and help to carry in outside play equipment. This develops children's independence and skills needed for later life.

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n Staff plan the play environment to meet the needs and interests of the children. They provide various activities and spaces for children to explore freely. The children make choices about what they want to do. They use their imagination and creative skills as they pretend to be doctors in the role-play area. The children choose their roles and call on staff to be injured or unwell. They giggle and laugh as they play, which enhances friendships and expands their social skills. n Parents praise the after-school club for providing their children with fun and engaging activities They state their children love attending the club and do not want to leave due to having so much fun. Staff provide parents with detailed handovers about their child's day. Parents feel comfortable approaching the friendly staff with any support or information they need. Children like participating in competitions and winning rewards, which builds a positive

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attitude to learning. n Staff feel valued and appreciated by the owners. They are passionate about their roles and enjoy working in the company. The owners conduct regular supervision

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16 May 2024 and observations of the staff. They offer support and feedback. Staff undertake a rigorous induction process. They complete mandatory training before they start and have courses to help them in their personal development. This helps elevate their practice to a higher level. n Children behave extremely well. They show respect and kindness towards each other. Children wait their turn and use their manners. They manage minor conflicts without the support of an adult. Staff offer gentle reminders of the club rules. They talk to the children about how they are feeling and how their actions make others feel. Children show confidence in communicating with visitors. They tell the inspector about what they enjoy doing at the club and happily invite her into their play. n The owners and staff collaborate well with the school. They have important discussions about the children in their care and any concerns they might have.

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need to do better?

The owner is continuously reflecting on and evaluating the provision. She gains feedback from parents, staff, and children to identify any areas for improvement. The owner works closely with the school to make the relevant changes, which will enhance the provisions further. For example, the owner wants to create an allotment for children to grow vegetables and discover nature.

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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 EY400995 Local authority Swindon Inspection number 10339298 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 20 Number of children on roll 169 Name of registered person The Big Adventure Club Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07832304452 07852222766 Date of previous inspection 10 July 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Big Adventure Club Shaw Ridge registered in 2009. It operates from Shaw Ridge Primary School in Swindon. The club is open Monday to Friday during school term time, from 8am to 8.45am and from 3pm to 6pm. The club employs two members of staff, one of whom has a level 5 qualification.

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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 owner and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the after-school club. n The inspector observed staff practice and children's experiences across a variety of activities, both indoors and outdoors. n The inspector spoke with staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector held a meeting with the company owner to discuss how they self- evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working in the after-school club. n The inspector took account of written statements from parents. n Children spoke to and engaged with the inspector during the inspection.

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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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