Brooklands/PSP

Inspection of Brooklands/PSP Brookland Dragons JFC, Budworth Road, Sale Moor, Cheshire M33 2RP

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This provision does not meet requirements

The provider has failed to ensure the safety of the premises. For example, on the day of inspection fire exits in the building were not suitably maintained or kept free from obstruction. This poses a risk to children in the event of an emergency evacuation.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children are happy as they arrive at this welcoming and inclusive setting. They run across the field and bounce through the door to be greeted by the friendly staff. The setting has a vision for all children to have fun while developing their physical skills, teamwork and creativity. Activities are planned to offer children both sports and quieter activities, such as craft and construction. Children also say they enjoy playing snooker and 'chatting with their friends'. They say they are happy at the club. Children of all ages play well together. Staff model kind and caring behaviour and this helps children to know what is expected of them. As a result behaviour is good. For example, children use good manners. Older children show care for their younger friends, they help them to complete craft activities.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Staff support children to be independent. For example, children put their own belongings away on arrival. Before lunch they collect their own lunch box and wash their hands. Staff help children to consider their own safety. For example, children know the areas they should stay within in the outdoor area. They think about the space they need around them when using sports equipment such as bats. Children consider ways to keep themselves and others safe.

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n The setting follows a robust recruitment and induction process. This includes checking documents to show that staff are safe and suitable to work with children. Team meetings are used to share ideas and good practice. Staff feel well supported in their roles. They receive opportunities to attend training. For example, staff complete mandatory training, such as safeguarding and first-aid. This helps to ensure that staff knowledge and skills remain up to date. n Staff are well deployed and they supervise children carefully so their individual needs are met. However, the route from some fire doors is cluttered and poorly maintained. Furthermore, fire doors are not clearly identifiable. This poses a risk to the swift evacuation of children, staff and visitors in the event of an emergency. n Children are engaged throughout the session. They are eager to join activities that staff have planned. For example, children concentrate well as they fold

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paper and use felt tips to create animal puppets. They are proud of their achievements. Children show them to staff who give genuine praise. This helps

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6 August 2024 children to feel positive about their achievements. n Children are involved in making decisions at the club. For example, they decide which team games they want to play. Staff listen to children and take note of their wishes. When children do not agree on an idea, staff help them to negotiate agreements. For example, children vote to make group decisions. Staff help children to learn skills of negotiation. n Staff know the importance of supporting children's emotional wellbeing. For example, staff help children to control their breathing as they complete yoga routines. Children learn techniques that will help them to remain calm and regulate their behaviour. n Teamwork is promoted by staff. For example, they encourage children to take part in team games. Children discuss team roles and tactics. As a result, children of all ages work together well, they regularly praise and encourage each other.

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In addition, older children start to take responsibility for tasks. For example, they count for younger children as they dribble a ball into a net. Children develop skills of teamwork and leadership. n Staff consider the individual needs of children. They gather information about each child before they start. For example, they discusses any special educational needs and/ or disabilities with parents. This helps them to plan appropriately for their day. As a result the club is inclusive. All children are able to engage happily in activities. n Children have ample opportunities to be physically active. They have access to a large outside area, where they can run and play. Staff use their coaching skills to build children's physical abilities, for example, hitting a ball with a bat. Children develop a 'can-do' attitude as they keep trying at activities. In addition, staff help children to consider how activities effect their body. They remind them to

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hydrate and take a break when feeling tired. Children begin to learn about healthy routines and lifestyles. n The manager has effective child protection arrangements in place. Staff access regular training to keep their child protection knowledge current. For example, staff can identify concerns and know the action they must take should they be concerned about the welfare of a child in their care. This helps to keep children safe from harm.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

There is not an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Due date

ensure that fire doors are free from obstruction and are well maintained so that they are easily accessible in the event of an emergency evacuation 30/08/2024

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Due date

ensure that emergency exits are clearly identifiable with appropriate signage to enable children, staff and others on the premises know where to exit in the case of an emergency evacuation 30/08/2024

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2764726 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 10356320 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 43 Name of registered person Prestige Sports Programmes Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07769340647 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The setting registered in 2024 and is located in Sale Moor, Trafford. Altogether, 13 members of staff work across settings run by the company, two of which work primarily at this setting. Of these one is a qualified teacher, and two hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 3. The manager holds a level 6 qualification. The setting opens from 8am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the setting received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the manager and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke to children, to find out about their time at the setting. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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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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