S4YC Holiday Club - The Firs School

Inspection of S4YC Holiday Club - The Firs School Firs School, 45 Newton Lane, Chester CH2 2HJ

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This provision meets requirements

Children are happy and play harmoniously in this inviting setting. They attend from various local schools. Children get to know each other and build positive friendships. They demonstrate care and acceptance for one another. Staff go above and beyond to get to know each child well so that they can plan for their individual needs and interests. Consistency in staffing means that children get to know them well. This helps children to build positive relationships and feel safe.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well and receive consistent boundaries and routines. Staff provide a nurturing ethos and are positive role models. As a result, children are calm and engage well with activities. They work collaboratively to complete jigsaw puzzles and build with small construction pieces.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff prioritise children's safety. Only approved people can gain entry to the grounds of the setting. Staff unlock the gates and greet visitors and parents individually. There are appropriate systems in place to sign visitors in to the setting. Staff complete appropriate risk assessments to ensure that the environment and equipment are safe to use. They spend time engaging with children as they play and supervise them to make sure that they are safe.

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n Children enjoy taking part in engaging activities planned by the creative team. They create themed masks and use watercolour paints or pens to decorate them. Staff offer support to children where necessary. Children enjoy taking part in role play. They cook in the role-play kitchen and offer different food to each other. n Younger children are allocated a key person who supports them throughout the day and ensures that all their individual care needs are met. Staff understand that younger children may require more comfort and reassurance. They spend time talking to them and helping them to settle into the club. Children are provided with a quiet area that they can go to, to rest or share a story. n There is a strong emphasis on the importance of outdoor play. Children benefit from opportunities to explore outdoor activities each day. Children practise throwing circular rings onto cones. Older children demonstrate to their younger

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peers how to use skipping ropes. Children demonstrate pride in how they can hit balls using a bat. Staff spend time playing football with children. They notice when children require more challenge and provide cones for them to practise dribbling before they can kick into a goal. n The caring team offers an inclusive environment for all children. Children with additional needs and/or disabilities are supported by having equal opportunities

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19 February 2025 to take part in activities. Staff show children how to be kind to others and how to chare resources. When children become unhappy or upset, staff respond sensitively and offer them alternative activities. n Children are encouraged to live healthy lifestyles. They know why it is important to wash their hands before eating. Children bring their own healthy lunches and are joined at the table by the attentive staff. Meal times are a social occasion where children chat to their friends and discuss what they will do during the afternoon. Staff provide healthy food for snack times and always have fresh fruit available for children to choose from. n Parents speak positively about the club and share that the exceptional staff are professional and kind. Children are excited to attend the club and enjoy the activities that are offered to them. Staff communicate with parents about some of the activities that children take part in. Overall, parents are happy that their

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children are safe and well cared for. n Staff speak positively about their role in the club. They are confident and aware of their roles and responsibilities. Staff have robust safeguarding knowledge and know how to share any concerns. Leaders and managers prioritise the well- being of staff and ensure that they have access to appropriate training and support. Staff receive routine supervision and opportunities to gain new qualifications.

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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 EY542036 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Inspection number 10372247 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care

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inspection

Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 24 Name of registered person S4YC Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 07814389469 Date of previous inspection 9 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

S4YC Holiday Club - The Firs School registered in 2016. The club employs two members of childcare staff. Of these, one holds an appropriate early years qualifications at level 2. The club opens from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, during school holidays.

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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 The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and the children. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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19 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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