Funda Sports, Physical Activity Holiday Camps & Childcare

Inspection of Funda Sports, Physical Activity Holiday Camps & Childcare Runshaw College, Langdale Road, Leyland PR25 3DQ

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This provision meets requirements

Staff provide a warm welcome to children when they arrive. Children are happy and excited to attend and run off eagerly to explore the activities on offer. Staff plan a variety of activities that children can choose from. Children are self-motivated and confident as they choose what to do, where to play and who to play with. They invite the inspector to watch their play and tell her what they like to do. Staff sensitively support all children to join in and take part. They recognise each child as an individual. Children play happily with their friends. They take part in physically active games, take turns and praise each other's achievements.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff are positive role models for children and have high expectations for their learning and behaviour. They encourage good manners, turn taking and sharing. Children behave very well. Older children at the club are kind and caring towards the younger children. For example, they show them how to tie their shoelaces and help them join in with the games they play. Children listen attentively to staff's instructions and requests. They respond positively to routines and boundaries, to keep themselves and others safe. Children take great pride in their achievements, such as when they manage to throw all the beanbags into their opponents section. Children win the game because they have the section with the least beanbags. Children laugh with delight alongside staff, who celebrate with children. This supports their emotional well-being effectively.

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need to do better?

n The managers have a clear aim for the club and what they hope that children will benefit from by attending. Staff share the vision to offer enriching activities for children in a fun, supportive and social environment. They recognise the younger children at the club need time to get to know each other before they play group games. Staff plan the daily routine to meet children's needs. Children enjoy a good variety of activities and games that support and encourage their physical and social development effectively. n The managers support the staff team effectively. They mentor and supervise the staff. Staff tell the inspector that 'it is a great company to work for'. Managers encourage staff to reflect, evaluate and make plans for the ongoing development and improvement of the club. n Staff, acting as a key person for children, meet their individual needs well. They develop close relationships with them, getting to know how they like to play and

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what their interests are. Staff promote positive partnerships with parents to provide consistent approaches for children's care and effective communication between parents and the staff. Staff use praise and encouragement to support children's self-esteem, especially those who require further emotional support.

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18 February 2025 n Staff know the children they care for well. They understand what children like to do and how to motivate and engage them in activities. Children communicate confidently and effectively to the staff who care for them. Staff know that the children need short, fast-paced active games to keep them engaged and motivated. They offer children choices, such as what games to play. Staff are playful and join in with playing 'Duck, duck, goose', to children's obvious delight. n Staff support children to be physically active. They encourage children to play popular games and set them goals and targets. Staff are good role models for children as they enthusiastically play alongside them. Staff deploy themselves well to help children as they play. They communicate effectively as a team, ensuring children are always supported by a familiar adult. Children know the staff that care for them. n Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to join in.

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This helps them to enjoy their time at the club with their friends. The club is accessible and welcoming to to all. Partnership with parents, carers and external professionals is effective. This helps support children and provides them with continuity of care. They develop close partnerships with the local authority and schools children attend. This offers a great deal of support for all of the families. They can access a range of different resources and activities, regardless of the children's individual needs. n Staff support children to develop an awareness of a healthy lifestyle. They encourage children to drink plenty of water after playing active games. Children benefit from daily opportunities to play and exercise in the fresh air. Staff inspire children to lead a healthy lifestyle, be confident and independent throughout the club.

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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 2692570 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10363647 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 125 Number of children on roll 591 Name of registered person FUNDA Education & Childcare Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 01282525200 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

FUNDA Sports, Physical Activity Holiday Camps & Childcare registered in 2022. The club is located in Leyland within the grounds of Runshaw College. It is open Monday to Friday during the school holidays, from 8am until 6pm.

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Inspection activities

n The children showed the inspector the areas used by the club. They led a learning walk to help the inspector understand how children's play and enjoyment are promoted. n The inspector observed staff's interaction during activities provided for the children. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection. n The inspector took account of the views of parents and children spoken to on the day. n A leadership meeting was held with the manager. The inspector looked at relevant documentation such as checks to confirm the suitability of staff working at the club.

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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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