Hucknall National Out of School Club

Inspection of Hucknall National Out of School Club Hucknall National Primary School, Montague Road, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7DU

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This provision meets requirements

Children follow the high expectations put in place by staff. They know and understand the rules of the club. As such, children behave exceptionally well. Children arrive at the club quietly and calmly and sit down for registration. Their self-esteem is promoted as staff praise children for sitting nicely. Children thrive on the responsibilities that staff allocate to them. For example, children are proud to be selected as 'Technicians' to operate the television during group time.

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This provision meets requirements

Children eagerly take part in routine activities organised by staff. Their communication skills are enhanced as they sing and use sign language to music. Children demonstrate their understanding of the importance of learning to use sign language. They explain to visitors that if someone is deaf or does not have a voice box, they can still communicate. This helps to promote children's inclusive and positive attitudes. Children are supported by staff to learn about road safety. They identify that roads can be dangerous and cars sometimes go too fast. Younger children tell staff they must hold mummy's hand and look each way before crossing a road. Children know that some cars are electric and do not make a sound. This helps children to understand risks and keep themselves safe.

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n Staff plan interesting and exciting activities for children. They provide some activities that are continuously available, such as crafts, construction bricks and books. Other activities are specifically planned considering children's interests and individual needs. As such, children show high levels of engagement in the activities on offer. n Staff celebrate children's efforts and achievements. For example, they award children with 'Star of the Week' and identify children to be listed on the club's 'Awesome Board'. Children are supportive of their friends and congratulate them, saying, 'Good job'. Children excitedly collect their certificates from the staff and choose a small gift. This encourages children's positive behaviour. n Overall, the staff work in partnership with the host school well. For example, they communicate which children are booked to attend the club. This helps staff and teachers to be aware of children's whereabouts and protect their safety.

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However, staff do not routinely gather information about children's activities during their day at school, so they are able to complement these experiences in the club. n Staff gain children's views and opinions. For instance, they provide a suggestion box, which is used regularly. Children comment on what they would like for snacks and provide activity ideas. Children are involved in decisions about the club through an Out of School Club Council. They vote and decide on the

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12 July 2024 Christmas party and discuss the clubs' sponsorships of charities. This helps children to feel valued and have their voices heard. n Parents say they are extremely happy with the provision at the club. They comment that staff are attentive and have a personalised approach. Parents feel that the communication from staff is clear and concise and that staff provide 'platinum care'. n Staff support children's emotional well-being. For instance, they implement a key person for all children. This approach helps children to build close and positive relationships with staff. Staff interactions with children are genuine and respectful and equally returned by children. n Staff promote children's healthy lifestyles. They provide snacks which are varied and nutritious. Staff plan daily outdoor activities, promoting children's physical movement and access to fresh air. Children have fun and giggle as they roll

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down a hill, negotiate space to play football and coordinate their movements to lift, lower and hide under large pieces of material. n The manager and established staff team work together very well. Staff are happy in their roles and say they love working at the club. They speak highly of the support they receive from the manager. This support contributes to high staff morale. The manager and her deputy are reflective. They evaluate staff's practice and the provision. This helps them to improve the service provided for children and families.

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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 EY363246 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10337205 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 32 Number of children on roll 80 Name of registered person Hucknall Pre-School Playgroup Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 07923 496208 Date of previous inspection 9 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Hucknall National Out of School Club registered in 2007 and operates from school premises in Hucknall, Nottingham. The club employs five members of permanent staff. Of these, four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The club opens from Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am to 8.40am and 3pm until 6pm, during term time and 7.30am until 5.30pm during school holidays.

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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 provider. n The manager and the inspector completed a tour of all areas of the club. n The inspector observed activities, indoors and outdoors, and the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector spoke with staff and children at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector carried out an observation of an activity with the manager. n The inspector held a meeting with the manager. She reviewed relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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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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