Mother Goose

Inspection of Mother Goose Eastington Primary School, Churchend, Stonehouse GL10 3SB

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This provision meets requirements

Children happily come into the club and are eager to play with their friends. They are welcomed by friendly and caring staff. Staff know children well and have conversations with them about their families, their interests and local community events.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff help children to understand the expectations and rules of the club. Children follow these well and are polite and well mannered. Children know the routines well and independently help themselves to breakfast.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff plan a variety of activities and games linked to children's interests. Children choose what they would like to do or participate in. For example, older children ask their peers if anyone would like to join them to play a board game. Children have daily opportunities to play outside. Staff encourage children to play a range of active games to promote exercise and physical activity.

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need to do better?

n The manager has a very positive relationship with the school. She works closely with the class teachers to share any relevant information with them, particularly in relation to safeguarding children. School staff share very positive feedback about how inclusive the club is. n Staff have a good knowledge of the requirements of the early years foundation stage. Younger children are given extra support as needed, particularly with care routines and preparing food. n Staff are proactive and ensure there is adequate supervision of all areas. They ensure the site is secure and have additional procedures in place for drop off and collection when children are playing outside. n Staff use positive behaviour management strategies to remind children of the expectations of the club. Children behave well, take turns and share with their friends. n Children enjoy daily opportunities for fresh air and physical activity. They play a

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need to do better?

wide range of outdoor games. Staff provide a breakfast or healthy snack options during the after-school club. However, they do not use this as an opportunity to further children's understanding of food groups and the importance of eating a healthy balanced diet. n Parents are very happy with the club. They state that staff are professional and communicate with them regularly. Parents know their children are happy and enjoy attending the club. The manager sends out parent and child questionnaires to seek feedback on the club as part of the ongoing continuous improvement process she is committed to.

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16 July 2024 n The manager follows safer recruitment procedures. She ensures that staff complete regular training to enable them to carry out their roles effectively. Staff feel well supported by the manager.

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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 EY476173 Local authority Gloucestershire Inspection number 10349784 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 24 Number of children on roll 51 Name of registered person Curtis, Rebecca Ann

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reference number

Telephone number 07854 165418 Date of previous inspection 19 September 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Mother Goose registered in 2014. It provides out-of-school care and operates from a group room, hall and school grounds at Eastington Primary School. The club operates on weekdays during school terms, from 7.40am to 8.40am and from 3.15pm to 5.15pm. The club employs three members of staff. Of these, two staff hold a childcare qualification at level 3.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider has 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 club. n The manager showed the inspector around the setting and explained how the play environment is organised. n The inspector had discussions with the manager to explore the leadership and management of the provision. n The inspector spoke to staff at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector looked at a sample of the provider's documentation, including the suitability of staff. n Parents told the inspector what they thought about the provision and staff, and their views were considered. n The children told the inspector what they like to do when they are at the club.

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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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