St Anne's Care Club

Inspection of St Anne's Care Club C/O St Anne's Care Club, Omerod Avenue, Royton, OLDHAM OL2 5DH

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This provision meets requirements

Staff provide a warm and welcoming environment in which children thrive. They get to know each individual child's likes and dislikes. For example, staff know that some children enjoy craft activities. They provide a wealth of opportunities for children to explore and use materials to make things, such as milkshake pictures. Staff gather a wide range of information from parents about their children when they first start to attend the club. This enables staff to ensure that children's care is carefully tailored to meet their individual needs. Some staff also work in the host school. This means that younger children know them well and settle quickly. Children and staff develop close and trusting bonds. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure when attending the club.

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This provision meets requirements

Children become absorbed in the wide selection of activities provided. They make decisions about what they would like to play with. For example, children become fully engaged in playing in the role-play circus shop they have created. Staff support children's play as they choose to make circus-themed pictures. They talk to children about what they are doing and make suggestions to enhance and extend their play further.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour. They work in partnership with children to establish club rules. All children are polite and considerate of each other and staff. Children of all ages behave incredibly well.

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need to do better?

n The small staff team work very closely together. They care deeply about the children and their families. Detailed policies and procedures underpin the smooth running of the club. Robust induction procedures mean that all staff have a clear understanding of the expectations of their role. They share the individual strengths of their practice and learn from each other. This benefits children's experiences and contributes to the harmonious, fun atmosphere at the club. n Young children benefit from an effective key-person system. The key person collects children from their classroom at the end of the school day and ensures that any messages from teachers are shared with children's parents. In addition, staff have a good understanding of what children are currently learning in school. For example, staff know that some children are developing their scissor skills. They sit with children and discuss the best way to hold and use scissors as

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they make things. Staff support children's learning well while attending the club. n Staff are highly effective role models. Older children follow the lead of staff and sensitively teach their younger friends new skills. For example, older children patiently teach their younger friends how to play chess. Children who enjoy

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30 July 2024 making crochet animals explain and guide their friends as they help them to use the wool and crochet hooks. Staff are always on hand to offer their praise and celebrate when children learn new skills. Children find this incredibly motivating. This also contributes to children's high self-esteem. n Children confidently chat to visitors to share details of what they like best about attending the club. They explain how they can select their own activities and like spending time with their friends. Children remark that they find staff are 'warm and friendly'. n Children follow good hygiene procedures and are supported to develop their understanding of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Staff provide a wide range of healthy snacks and ensure that children always have fresh drinking water available. Children enjoy regular opportunities for outdoor play in the school grounds. They know that on a hot, sunny day it is important to apply suncream,

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wear a hat and take their drink outside. This contributes effectively to children's overall well-being. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents receive daily feedback at the end of each session about how their children have been, and any messages from teachers are shared. Parents appreciate the support and guidance staff offer them and their family. They remark that they 'have our minds put at ease with the care given'. n Staff say they feel valued and supported by leaders. They receive thorough induction training when they start employment. This helps them to understand their role and responsibilities. Staff have regular supervision meetings with the manager. During these meetings, they have opportunities to talk about their well-being and professional development. Staff complete mandatory training and further professional development opportunities are targeted to support them in enhancing their skills further.

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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 EY353907 Local authority Oldham Inspection number 10346894 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 40 Number of children on roll 89 Name of registered person St Anne's Care Club Partnership

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reference number

Telephone number 07921 283 041 Date of previous inspection 23 August 2018

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Information about this early years setting

St Anne's Care Club registered in 2007. The club operates from 7.30am to 8.45am and from 3.15pm until 5.30pm during term times. The holiday club is open each weekday from 7.30am to 5pm in the school holidays, except for bank holidays. The club employs nine members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds qualified teacher status, two hold relevant qualifications at level 5 and six hold qualifications 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 held discussions with staff at appropriate times during the inspection. n Children told the inspector about their friends and what they like to do when they are at the club. n The inspector took account of the views of parents 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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