XT Club

Inspection of XT Club Manorcroft Primary School, Wesley Drive, Egham TW20 9LX

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Met

Previous inspection Not Met (with actions)

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This provision meets requirements

On arrival at the club, children show high levels of enthusiasm. They hang up their coats, put away their bags and promptly engage in the wide range of activities staff provide. The atmosphere at the club is very welcoming and positive. Staff engage children in meaningful back-and-forth conversations. They ask children questions about their day at school and show a genuine interest in their lives. Children have good social skills and are confident communicators.

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This provision meets requirements

The youngest children benefit from a dedicated key person to help them settle. Staff have a secure knowledge of the children in their care. They use this information to plan activities that consistently meet children's interests. Children have plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise. They enjoy taking part in physically active games with their friends. Children run, play tag and throw balls, practising their hand-eye coordination. Staff understand the needs of the younger children well. For example, they encourage short bursts of activity and rest, which they plan into the session. This ensures that their well-being is fully considered.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well. They follow staff's instructions and understand the club's rules and boundaries. The club routine is well-embedded. This helps children to know what is happening next and promotes them to feel safe and secure. The club aligns its behaviour management strategies with the school's expectations, promoting consistency in children's care.

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need to do better?

n Since the last inspection, the provider has taken steps to address previous actions. Systems are now in place to ensure that there are sufficient staff present with a full and current paediatric first-aid qualification. Leaders now accurately record the checks completed to demonstrate their decision that staff are suitable to work with children. Additionally, a detailed complaints policy is now in place to support parents to raise any concerns that arise. n Staff work closely with teachers at the host school. They communicate daily and share information about children's individual needs. For example, they share information about children who may need more support on certain days, as their day at school has been different to usual. This enables staff to meet children's care needs and identify when they might need some additional support. n Leaders are highly reflective of the provision they provide. For instance, they

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recognise that there is scope to improve the information they share with parents to ensure continuity in care. n Strong partnerships with parents are established. Parents are very positive about the club. They feel that staff know their children well and describe them as

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17 March 2025 'fantastic'. Parents say that their children tell them how much they enjoy attending. n All staff are enthusiastic and love working at this club. There is a strong team ethos, and a high emphasis is placed on supporting staff well-being. Staff have access to online training where they can further develop their skills. However, supervision arrangements are not effective in developing staff's knowledge and skills. The provider is aware of this and is taking steps to put in place more effective processes. n Staff help children to learn about a healthy lifestyle. They provide a healthy snack and encourage independence skills. For example, children self-serve their snacks using tongs, and they show pride as they put their coats on for outside play. Good hygiene routines, such as handwashing, are well embedded. This promotes children's overall good health and well-being. n Children demonstrate consideration and care for others. For example, they are

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polite, helpful and respectful towards one another as they play games together. n Children develop warm and friendly relationships with their key person. This helps children to feel safe and secure. Children say that they like attending the club 'because the staff are really nice' and they 'like the outdoor games'. n Staff provide children with daily craft activities. These frequently link to the various celebrations, such as St Patrick's Day. Staff skilfully discuss the significance of these activities. They extend children's vocabulary as they learn words such as 'shamrock' and 'clover'. This helps children to develop their understanding of the wider world.

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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 2680603 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10361442 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 40 Number of children on roll 421 Name of registered person Active Soccer Woking Partnership

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reference number

Telephone number 07950204191 Date of previous inspection 1 July 2024

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Information about this early years setting

XT Club registered in 2022 and is situated in Manorcroft Primary School, Egham, Surrey. The club operates from 3pm to 6pm, during term time and 8am to 6pm, during school holidays. There are four members of staff, who hold recognised childcare qualifications.

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Inspection activities

n Leaders showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure that they are safe and suitable. 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 spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n Leaders showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children.

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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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