Castle Hill Kids Club Hindley Ltd

Inspection of Castle Hill Kids Club Hindley Ltd Castle Hill St. Philip's CE Primary School, Hereford Road, Hindley, Wigan WN2 4DH

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This provision meets requirements

Children demonstrate that they feel very happy and safe at this warm and friendly club. Staff are enthusiastic and get to know the children well. They gather relevant information from parents to ensure they can meet children's individual needs. Children form strong connections with the staff and their individual key persons. They share details about their school day with staff and feel comfortable asking questions. This helps to build children's confidence and self-esteem.

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This provision meets requirements

Children access a wide range of interesting resources and activities. Staff build up a good knowledge of children's needs and interests due to ongoing conversations with children, parents and teachers. Children become deeply engaged in their chosen play. They enjoy craft activities as they decorate shamrocks and display them on the window for parents to see.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, which is exemplary across all ages of children. Children play alongside each other and openly share resources. Older children support younger children when learning the rules to new games. Staff are good role models. They listen to the children and speak to them with respect. Staff offer gentle reminders for children to use their manners and to be mindful of others when playing. As a result, children are well behaved.

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need to do better?

n The staff have an excellent relationship with the teachers at the host school. They communicate with them daily to ensure children are well supported at the club. Staff receive information about children who may need more support on certain days, as their day at school has been different to usual. Children are very well supported and happy at the club. n The youngest children have a key member of staff who liaises with their early years foundation stage teachers in school. Staff are mindful of children's learning and targets at school and have regard to these while planning activities. This helps to promote continuity across children's time at school and at the club. n Staff give children choices throughout the session. For example, they vote on what activities they want to be available, and they choose whether they want to play inside or outside. This gives children a sense of ownership and independence.

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n Staff create exciting activities to support children's physical development. Children in the garden play a range of ball games with each other. They eagerly engage and cheer each other on. Children create their own spinning tops and watch them fly in the garden. Children are happy and engaged in activities with friends and staff.

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18 March 2025 n Staff support children to develop a good knowledge and understanding of the wider world. Children learn about different celebrations, events and festivals. For example, children learn about St. Patrick's Day. Staff encourage children to be respectful of each other and their choices. Children demonstrate mutual respect for one another. n Parents value the service the club provides. Staff establish positive relationships with parents. They communicate with them at the end of every session. Staff keep parents fully informed about their children's time at the club, including what they have enjoyed doing and sharing activity ideas. Parents speak highly of the staff and comment that 'the club has been a big part of our support network'. Parents remark that staff are approachable and get to know their children well. n Leaders support the well-being of both children and staff well. Staff feel well

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supported in their roles. They have regular professional development opportunities to further their knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child development. Staff use knowledge from recent training to enhance children's understanding of managing their feelings and emotions. n Staff prepare snacks for children that are varied and balanced. Children learn hygiene and self-care skills as they wash their hands in preparation for snack time. They are offered a variety of healthy foods to choose from. Snack time is a calm and quiet time, where staff model expected behaviours.

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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 2711180 Local authority Wigan Inspection number 10376304 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 50 Number of children on roll 93 Name of registered person Castle Hill Kids Club Hindley LTD

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reference number

Telephone number 01942255578 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Castle Hill Kids Club Hindley Ltd registered in 2022. It operates from Castle Hill St. Philip's CE Primary School in Hindley, Wigan. The club employs five members of staff. The club opens during term time from Monday to Friday. Sessions are from 7.30am to 8.50am and 3.20pm to 6pm.

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n The inspector observed staff practice and children's experiences across a variety of activities. n The inspector spoke with staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector held a meeting with both the manager and owner to discuss how they self-evaluate the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting. n The inspector looked at a small number of testimonials from parents during the inspection and considered their views.

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18 March 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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18 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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