Benhilton Kids Zone

Inspection of Benhilton Kids Zone Westbourne Primary School, Anton Crescent, Sutton SM1 2NT

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This provision does not meet requirements

There are weaknesses in staff's practice that affect children's safety and the consistency of their care. This is particularly in relation to staff's poor knowledge of safeguarding and communication with parents. However, following an incident, the managers and staff have improved their procedures at home time. They have reviewed the staffing arrangements and their roles to ensure that these are more effective. Staff have learned the importance of being vigilant in transitioning children from the premises safely.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Staff welcome children from different backgrounds and cultures, and the setting is inclusive. They create opportunities for children to be active and engage in a variety of physical activities outdoors. Children play happily and enjoy using age- appropriate equipment, such as climbing frames and slides. This encourages children to exercise, which benefits their physical health. Staff engage with children positively. They expect children to share and take turns to promote their good behaviour. Overall, children are motivated to play. However, at times, staff do not organise the daily routines effectively. This causes some children to become bored and restless.

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need to do better?

n Some staff lack sufficient knowledge of identifying and reporting their concerns to relevant agencies. They do not know the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm, including the indicators of extremist views and behaviours. In addition, although there is a safeguarding policy in place, managers do not ensure that procedures are followed consistently. They do not ensure that all staff are aware that any concerns regarding a child or colleagues must be reported to the appropriate external agencies. This compromises children's safety and welfare. n Some parents do not receive enough information about how staff operate the setting. This includes information regarding the activities offered to children and the assigned key person for young children. This lack of communication does not support a consistent approach to meeting children's care needs. n Staff have established a close partnership with teachers at the host school. They

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need to do better?

attend meetings to share information about their work with children. This helps staff to manage children's behaviour appropriately. For example, they learn how teachers use praise and encouragement to promote children's good behaviour. n Children, including the young ones, are keen to do things for themselves. They take age-appropriate responsibilities, such as caring for their personal needs. At snack time, children show strong independence skills. They talk and socialise with others.

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need to do better?

18 March 2025 n Staff report they enjoy working in the setting. The managers have completed rigorous vetting and induction procedures to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children. This includes providing references and completing Disclosure and Barring Service Checks. There are ongoing checks to monitor any changes to staff's circumstances. n Children play confidently, inside and outside. For example, young children engage in role play with their friends. They enjoy exchanging their thoughts and ideas with each other. Other children have fun exploring building bricks to make three-dimensional structures. Children also have opportunities to practise their drawing and writing skills using various tools. This complements children's learning in school. n Staff create an inclusive practice. They explore several cultural and religious festivals, such as Eid, Christmas and Chinese New Year, with children. This helps

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to foster children's understanding of similarities and differences between people. In addition, staff organise fundraising events to support various charities and teach children about their community. n Staff receive regular supervision sessions to help them to engage children in play. They have completed training that has increased their knowledge of how to observe and plan activities for children. Consequently, children have access to a wider range of play experiences. n Staff are keen to involve other professionals to help evaluate the quality of the provision. They recognise that their daily routines sometimes do not help children to remain focused and engaged. One example is when children wait too long as staff prepare them for outdoor play. This causes children to become bored and restless.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are not effective.

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Safeguarding

There is not an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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Due date

improve knowledge and understanding of all aspects of safeguarding, including what must be notified to Ofsted and other relevant agencies in a timely manner 23/05/2025

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Due date

18 March 2025 communicate with parents about all aspects of the setting, including the key- person system for young children. 23/05/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2812493 Local authority Sutton Inspection number 10393998 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 60 Number of children on roll 74 Name of registered person Barker, Jacqueline Margaret

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reference number

Telephone number 07817241463 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Benhilton Kids Zone registered in 2024. It is independently run and operates from Westbourne Primary School in the London Borough of Sutton. The setting is open during term time, before and after school, Monday to Friday. There are 12 staff members; five of whom hold childcare qualifications ranging from level 2 to level 4.

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Inspection activities

n We carried out this inspection as a result of a risk assessment, following information we received about the setting. n The manager showed the inspector around the setting and explained how they organise the play opportunities for children. n Parents and teachers spoke with the inspector to share their views on the quality of the provision, which were taken into account. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children, indoors and outdoors. 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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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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