Junior Adventures Group @ Oak Tree Primary School

Inspection of Pioneer Childcare – Oak Tree Primary School Oak Tree Primary School, Junction Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0PZ

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This provision meets requirements

Staff collect children from local schools and bring them to the club. Children arrive happily and know what they need to do, such as where to hang their coat and bag before settling into activities. Staff provide support to children who need it. For example, children who are new to the club are shown what to do when they arrive. Staff take time at the start of each session to explain to children the rules of the club and check they understand. This helps children to know what is expected of them and to help them feel at ease.

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This provision meets requirements

Children are happy to see their friends and greet each other with a cuddle or a 'high five'. Staff encourage children to share the resources with others. For example, children use construction bricks together and talk to each other about how many layers of bricks they need. Children concentrate, listen and work well together. Staff encourage all children to join in, and make sure the resources and activities meet their individual needs, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

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This provision meets requirements

Outside, staff are deployed well so that they are able to supervise and encourage children's play. For instance, staff help children balance as they walk across balancing poles. They help children practise throwing and catching skills with tennis balls. Children pretend skipping ropes are microphones as they sing songs to each other. Children talk to each other about what they are going to do when they are older, such as staying in college before they go to work. Children are confident and imaginative.

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n Leaders provide support and guidance to the staff on a daily basis. They communicate well with staff throughout the session to ensure it runs smoothly. Leaders are dedicated to making sure all children have a positive experience at the club and model effective practice to staff. For example, they lead group times, encouraging all children to take part and value their efforts. n Staff feel well supported in their roles. They have regular meetings with leaders, where they can discuss specific children's needs and share if they have any concerns. They can request training to update their skills and knowledge. Staff have recently attended training to help them have effective conversations with children and their families. n Children are confident communicators. Staff encourage children to share their news with the group. Children proudly tell others about the activities they took part in at the weekend, including horse riding and spending time with

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grandparents. Staff encourage good listening. This helps children learn to value

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16 September 2024 and respect each other. n Children behave well. They share the resources independently and ask each other if they can join in with their games. Children remind each other when it is time to tidy up and recall the club rules. Children remember the rules, such as being kind and respectful to everyone at the club, and to respect the toys and the building. Staff positively promote good behaviour. For example, they use stickers to encourage and praise children for following their expectations. n Leaders gather information from parents about children before they start, and monitor how they settle in. They liaise with other agencies if they need to, such as the school children attend, to ensure children are well supported. Leaders share information with staff about how to meet children's individual needs, particularly children with SEND. n Children have a healthy meal while at the club. They wash their hands before

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going to the dinner hall, where they choose from a variety of sandwiches, wraps and fresh fruit. Children engage in conversation with each other and adults during mealtimes. For example, children talk about how much they enjoy it at the club, playing their favourite games such as hide and seek. n Parents are happy with the club. They report how easy it is to book their children in for sessions. They feel the communication is very good. Parents have the opportunity to discuss any concerns they have with leaders. They are updated on any specific strategies the staff are using to support their children, and state the staff 'treat every family with respect and genuine kindness'.

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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 EY477159 Local authority West Sussex Inspection number 10351034 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 70 Number of children on roll 531 Name of registered person Pioneer Childcare Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01444 248427 Date of previous inspection 1 October 2018

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Information about this early years setting

Pioneer Childcare - Oak Tree Primary School registered in 2014. It operates from a self-contained unit in Oak Tree Primary School, in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. It is open each weekday, during term time from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 6.30pm, and from 7am to 6.30pm during school holidays. There are eight members of staff. The manager is a qualified teacher.

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n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation. n The inspector spoke with the nominated individual and the leaders about the leadership and management of the setting. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection.

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16 September 2024 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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16 September 2024 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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