Ultimate Activity Camps At Manor House School

Inspection of Ultimate Activity Camps At Manor House School Manor House School, Manor House Lane, Bookham, Leatherhead KT23 4EN

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This provision meets requirements

All staff provide a warm and cheerful welcome to children and their families on arrival. Children enter the main hall, excited to find their friends and explore the range of activities on offer. Those new to the club are well supported by the kind and attentive staff, to help them settle with ease. Staff gather important information about children's needs from parents, which they successfully use to base their strategies on. For example, they play catching and throwing a ball with children they know need help in strengthening their hand muscles. Children are poised to catch the ball with real determination to succeed. In this way, each child is recognised as an individual, which helps foster a strong sense of belonging.

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This provision meets requirements

Children wholeheartedly get involved in opportunities available to them. Staff provide resources and activities they know children enjoy, such as marble runs, role play, dressing up and arts and crafts. For example, children draw pictures of their favourite things, which initiates lively discussions that help staff learn more about them. Others build tracks for cars and create bridges using various items of choice. This shows that children challenge themselves, test out their ideas and adapt their play accordingly. They develop impressive problem-solving skills.

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This provision meets requirements

Well-established routines help children understand and follow the set rules and boundaries. Staff engage with children and ask questions to determine their understanding of responsible behaviour at the club. Children respond with appropriate suggestions, highlighting their desire to have fun in a safe environment.

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need to do better?

n Experienced leaders have clear aims for what they want children to gain from attending the club. Staff share this vision by providing enriching activities in a supportive and sociable environment. They recognise that younger children need time to get to know each other before playing group games. As a result, staff thoughtfully plan routines to offer opportunities for free play and socialising with others. This is illustrated when children show commitment and concentration as they learn hockey skills, first individually and then in pairs. This supports their physical competence and social development effectively. n Dedicated leaders manage the staff team effectively. They coach, mentor and supervise staff, offering suggestions to further improve their knowledge and skills. This includes sharing techniques to enhance children's understanding of how certain behaviours can affect others. Leaders encourage reflective practice,

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helping staff evaluate and consider their professional development for ongoing improvement and career progression at the club.

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10 April 2025 n Robust key-person arrangements for younger children help to form close relationships. Staff responsible for these children get to know their interests and preferences well. They demonstrate a deep understanding of how to motivate and engage children. For instance, during a bug hunt in the woods, children excitedly search for insects and mark off minibeasts on prepared sheets when they spot them. Staff expertly sustain children's enthusiasm, providing clues if they need further motivation to keep going. n Staff actively promote children's awareness of a healthy lifestyle. They inspire children to be confident and independent. Staff consistently encourage children to drink water after playing high-energy games. Children benefit from regular opportunities to play and exercise outdoors. They show an impressive understanding of how to build physical strength, such as by practising push-ups,

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star jumps and competitive running in self-led groups. These types of activities help to promote children's emotional and physical well-being. n Staff offer lots of praise for children's efforts and achievements. They are quick to recognise and celebrate when children help others, take turns, share equipment and try their best. For example, during hockey sessions, staff notice children working well in pairs and commend their techniques, which have been mastered through practising these skills diligently. These children are asked to guide others, which helps to motivate everyone to persevere even more. In this way, children's self-worth is enhanced. n Children's safety is a top priority. For instance, leaders and staff visit the host school the day before the club opens, to ensure risk assessments have been thoroughly considered and in place. This gives staff the chance to familiarise themselves with the facilities, such as setting up the base room with suitable

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activities for younger children's play. Throughout the day, staff ensure that before a new activity, they talk about the potential hazards to ensure children know how to remain safe. This thoughtful preparation ensures children feel secure, confident and ready to enjoy their time.

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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 EY545364 Local authority Surrey Inspection number 10372413 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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Total number of places 96 Number of children on roll 121 Name of registered person The Ultimate Activity Company Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 0330 1117077 Date of previous inspection 17 April 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Ultimate Activity Camps At Manor House School registered in 2017. The camp operates from the premises of Manor House School in Bookham, Surrey. Opening times are between 8am and 6pm on weekdays, in the school holidays. Six members of staff are currently employed to work with the children. Two of whom hold relevant qualifications at level 6.

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Inspection activities

n The operations manager showed the inspector the premises and discussed how they ensure they are safe and suitable. n The operations manager discussed with the inspector how the provision is organised for early years children. n Children spoke with the inspector during the inspection. 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 The operations manager and the inspector carried out a joint observation of a group activity. n Parents shared their views of the setting. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the setting.

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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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