Little Green Rascals - Bishopthorpe Out of School Club (OOSC)

Inspection of Little Green Rascals - Bishopthorpe Out of School Club (OOSC) Bishopthorpe Infant School, Sim Balk Lane, Bishopthorpe, York YO23 2QQ

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This provision meets requirements

Children are incredibly happy at this calm and welcoming after-school club. They show how they feel safe as they greet their friends, visitors and staff warmly on arrival. Children show how they know the routine as they wash their hands and sit down at the table to enjoy a healthy snack. They independently access the buffet station. Children take their plates to the sink area when they have finished eating. They embed their skills as they wash their pots and help younger children to do the same. Children are happy and beaming with confidence in this club.

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This provision meets requirements

The voice of the child is central to the out-of-school club's practice and behaviour management. Children gather to share their thoughts, ideas and influence decision- making. They create golden rules, healthy menus and focused activity plans. Children take ownership of their play and education with adult guidance. Children are enthusiastic about developing their club. This results in excellent behaviour and an understanding of expectations of children of all ages.

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This provision meets requirements

Children quickly engage in play of their choice. They develop their imagination through sensory play. Children explore a selection of materials. They build igloos using flour. Children confidently talk about the winter animals in play. They recall their learning from school. Children negotiate with their friends over where to place blocks when they build. Staff encourage children to problem solve and work as a team when the tower starts to wobble. Children take pride in their achievements and seek out staff to show them when they are complete. Children are consistently encouraged to develop their knowledge and skills.

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n Children excitedly engage in imaginative play. They role play scenarios they have seen as they pretend to bake. Staff play an active role as a chef. They dress up and ask thoughtful questions. Children are encouraged to recall their home cooking routines. Children swap roles and experiment with different characters. They develop an understanding of the world around them. n Children thoroughly enjoy outdoor play. They have space to run around and kick balls. Children play counting games and respond by taking appropriate steps and standing still 'like a statue'. Staff teach them how to use a bat and swing to hit a ball. Children have opportunities to strengthen their large muscles and coordination. n Staff engage children well in interesting activities. They invite all children to join in play. Children excitedly create artwork and transfer pictures onto a canvas. Staff use descriptive language during conversation to build children's language.

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24 January 2025 n Children show their patience with small puzzles. They persevere to get coloured elastic bands onto small pegs and make patterns. Children say, 'I did it', as they achieve their goal. Children flip and turn jigsaw pieces as they complete them. Staff provide encouragement and guidance to continue when children struggle. Children develop perseverance and problem-solving skills. n Managers and staff enhance children's understanding of different cultures and festivals. They celebrate events, such as Diwali, Easter and Lunar New Year. Staff encourage children and parents to bring in items from their own culture to share and show. They bring in foods from around the world to share with their friends. Long-term planning includes celebrations and festivals in line with school. This ensures continuity of learning for all children. n Parents report the 'excellent' and 'highly inclusive' care their children receive.

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They speak of the friendly staff and the excellent communication they receive from them. They say their children love their time at the club and have flourished since attending. Children say they 'love coming to the club'. Parents feel their voice matters and is fully included in the club. n Managers and staff work closely with the host school, parents and outside agencies to ensure children have the best care plans. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are clearly identified and supported. Staff speak to teaching staff daily and share information. This provides staff with information on how children's days have been in school and supports continuity of learning. Children are ready to learn, they enjoy how they play and learn.

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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 2706958 Local authority York Inspection number 10372499 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 50 Number of children on roll 97

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Name of registered person

Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nurseries Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01904 607959 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Little Green Rascals - Bishopthorpe Out of School Club (OOSC) registered in 2022 and operates from the site of Bishopthorpe Infant School. The club employs six members of childcare 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 8.45am, and 3.15pm to 6pm during term time. During school holidays, the club operates 8am until 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The manager completed a learning walk with the inspector and discussed the early years curriculum. n The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Children communicated with the inspector during the inspection. n Parents shared their views of the staff and the setting with the inspector. n Staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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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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