Traquinas Hub

Inspection of Traquinas Hub Charles Burrell Centre Ltd, Charles Burrell Centre, Staniforth Road, Thetford IP24 3LH

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This provision meets requirements

Children enter the club happily. They settle quickly at their chosen activity. Staff provide a wide choice of play opportunities and present them well to ignite children's curiosity. Resources are thoughtfully placed to allow children free access to games and equipment. Children build positive relationships with staff, who are responsive to their needs.

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This provision meets requirements

Children enjoy playful interactions with staff and tell visitors how much they enjoy their time at the club. They benefit from a wide range of activities and are eager to learn new skills. For instance, staff arrange for a visit from a chef. Children learn about certain types of food and where it originates from as they engage in making pizzas.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well. They listen to staff and follow the rules and boundaries. Staff provide reminders when needed. This helps children to know what is expected of them, for example to walk inside and use indoor voices. Staff are quick to implement strategies, such as listening to calming music and yoga, to help children to settle following physical exertion. Children enjoy helping staff with routine tasks, such as tidying in preparation for mealtimes. Staff play a fun song that they sing along to, to motivate children to participate.

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n Leaders focus on providing children with a stimulating environment to play and socialise in. Staff gather information from parents when children first attend. This includes details of children's interests. Staff use this information to plan for children's individual needs. In addition, staff encourage children to contribute to the daily planning and use this, along with their observations of children's play choices, to further enhance the provision provided. This helps staff to provide a fun and welcoming environment for all children. n Staff are caring and nurturing in their interactions with children. They notice when children are by themselves and invite them to join in with other play experiences. Staff plan opportunities for children to build friendships through smaller group activities and team games. They interact with children at all times. Staff create a friendly and sociable atmosphere during mealtimes. They sit and

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eat in small groups with children. Staff engage in meaningful back-and-forth conversations and ensure everyone is included in the discussions. n Children demonstrate high levels of engagement in their play. Staff remain close by to offer just the right level of support and encouragement to help children to achieve their goals. They are mindful not to over direct children's creativity or limit their problem-solving opportunities. For instance, staff offer thought-

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21 February 2025 provoking questions as children construct with junk items. This enables children to consider the best resource and method to join different items together to achieve their design. This helps children to develop positive self-esteem. n Staff plan plentiful opportunities for children to play outdoors in the fresh air. They provide a wide range of play choices to ignite children's curiosity. For instance, children become engrossed in digging for worms and comparing their sizes. Staff respond by introducing magnifying glasses and various containers for children to sort their finds. They introduce interesting facts about worms to build on children's knowledge and understanding. n Parent feedback is extremely positive. They value the caring relationships staff build with children and the wide range of fun activities they provide. Parents comment on the support staff provide and how much children enjoy their time at

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the club. Parents receive information about planned activities throughout the holidays. In addition, staff share photographs with parents and provide daily feedback to keep parents informed of their children's day. n Staff feel well supported in the setting and speak positively about their work. They confirm leaders offer guidance when needed and help them to understand their roles and responsibilities. In addition to mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding, staff have access to a wide range of professional development courses online. This helps to keep their skills and knowledge updated.

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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 2715426 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 10376628 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 24 Number of children on roll 18 Name of registered person Traquinas Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07365 805874 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Traquinas Hub registered in 2022. The setting employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The setting opens Monday to Friday during school holidays only. Sessions are from 8.30am to 5pm each weekday.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector was given a tour of the areas used by the club and discussed the safety and security of the premises. n Children told the inspector what they like to do when they are at the club. n The inspector observed the interactions between the staff and children. n Parents provided written feedback during the inspection. The inspector took account of their views.

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21 February 2025 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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