Teachsport Stillness

Inspection of Teachsport Stillness Stillness Junior & Infant School, Brockley Rise, LONDON SE23 1NH

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This provision does not meet requirements

n The setting is not meeting all the safeguarding and welfare requirements of the 'Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage'. At the time of the inspection, staff at the setting did not hold a valid paediatric first-aid certificate as required. n Managers and staff have a sufficient understanding of child protection procedures. Staff receive regular training so that they know the possible signs that may indicate a child may be at risk of harm, and they recognise their individual role in escalating and reporting any concerns. n Managers and staff follow the setting's policy and procedures and gain detailed information from parents to enable them to support the children's individual care throughout the day. This ensures that they provide activities and resources that children are interested in and that enable them to be motivated and enjoy their play. n Managers and staff understand how to promote positive behaviour in order to

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support and develop children's confidence and self-esteem. They demonstrate, through discussions, how they help children to understand rules and boundaries and to be kind and caring to each other. n Managers understand how to promote children's physical well-being. They demonstrate, through discussions, how as a team, they provide daily opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise in the school playground and hall. n Managers and staff provide a welcoming environment, with age-appropriate resources to help children feel safe, reassured and settled. They ensure that children always remain within their sight and hearing so that they can supervise them effectively at all times. n Managers and staff understand the importance of working in partnership with parents and other professionals, such as the school that children attend, to support children's care needs. n The provider follows effective procedures when recruiting and vetting staff to

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This provision does not meet requirements

ensure that they are suitable to work with children. Staff receive regular opportunities to discuss their roles and responsibilities with the provider. This ensures that staff receive effective support and training and promotes the interests of children.

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This provision does not meet requirements

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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Due date

ensure that there is always a staff member on site with a valid paediatric first-aid qualification. 16/08/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2785136 Local authority Lewisham Inspection number 10356034 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 150 Name of registered person Teachsport Lewisham Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 020 8183 0143 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Teachsport Stillness registered in 2024 and operates within Stillness Junior School. The setting is based in Brockley, in the London Borough of Lewisham. The setting operates a daily breakfast from 7.45am to 8.50am and after-school provision from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time. The setting offers a holiday camp for all school holidays, except for Christmas. The holiday camp runs from 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The club employs 18 members of staff, who work over different sessions. One member of staff holds qualified teacher status. All other members of staff have a relevant childcare qualification or sports coach training at levels 2 and 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 her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed areas of the premises used for childcare. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of those working at the setting. n The inspector discussed with the manager and the staff how they intend to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements when caring for children. n The inspector discussed with the manager how she intends to organise and deliver the activities and resources for children.

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Inspection activities

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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