Pool Kids Club

Inspection of Pool Kids Club Pool C Of E Primary School, Arthington Lane, Pool In Wharfedale, Otley LS21 1LG

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This provision meets requirements

Children enjoy their time at this friendly after-school club. Children are greeted from the school building by friendly staff and are accompanied safely to their club. Leaders create an inviting space where children can relax and play after school. Staff plan a range of activities for the children to enjoy. For example, children can choose from arts and crafts, den building and block play. Leaders prioritise children's well-being and ensure that staff get to know the children very well. This helps children to develop a sense of security and belonging at the club.

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This provision meets requirements

Children behave well and reflect the attitudes of staff, who act as very good role models. Staff know how to diffuse any unwanted behaviour and know to provide explanations and support to children. This helps children understand their feelings and emotions. There is a culture of mutual respect embedded at the club. Children know that their voices and opinions are heard. For example, children decide on the club rules. They can choose a snack from a menu of healthy, balanced options. The children have previously taken part in elections and see that their votes make a difference. This helps children to feel valued and respected and promotes British values.

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need to do better?

n Leaders implement procedures to ensure that staff working with children are suitable. Recruitment procedures are thorough. Staff supervision arrangements and checks on staff's well-being are regular. Leaders monitor staff's practice with children and feed back on where they can improve. This contributes to ongoing improvements to the provision for children. n Parents are very happy with the club. They complement the professional staff team and appreciate its flexible approach. They appreciate how staff pass on information from school and report that they are sensitive to the individual needs of the children. This provides continuity in the care that children receive. n Leaders are committed to continuous improvement and regularly evaluate the quality of their service. They send out questionnaires to seek the views of the parents and the children who attend. This information feeds into the club's improvement plans. For example, plans are in place to develop the covered

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outside area into a role-play area for the youngest children. n Children learn about different cultures and festivals from around the world. For example, children have discussions with staff about Sikhism, and they are able to ask questions to develop their understanding of different faiths. They have recently learned about Lunar New Year. This involved trying Chinese food, using chop sticks and learning about the different animals linked to the children's year of birth.

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14 March 2025 n Children are encouraged to express themselves creatively. For example, staff celebrate their achievements when they make creative choices. Children express themselves through dance and movement to music. They tell stories about their families and have opportunities to dress up and role play. n Leaders ensure that the youngest children have a key worker. This supports their personal development at the club. Staff build nurturing relationships with their key children. For example, four-year-olds snuggle into familiar adults for reassurance and care. This helps the youngest children feel very safe and secure at the club. n Staff enjoy their jobs. They feel very well supported by leaders. They access a programme of professional development. This ensures statutory training is up- to-date and they keep improving their knowledge and understanding of how children develop.

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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 2663345 Local authority Leeds Inspection number 10333025 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 30 Number of children on roll 69 Name of registered person Moore, Dianne

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reference number

Telephone number 07910382528 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Pool Kids Club registered in 2021 and operates from Pool C Of E Primary School, which is located in Pool In Wharfedale. The club opens Monday to Friday, from 3.30pm until 6pm, term time only. The club employs six members of childcare staff, four of whom hold relevant early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The club is linked to Otley kids club and North Rigton Redkite club.

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n The registered person and manager showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n Children told the inspector about their friends and what they like to do when they are at the club. n Staff spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector spoke with the registered person about the leadership and management of the club. n Parents shared their views of the club with the inspector. n The registered person showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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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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14 March 2025 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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