Quackers Out of School Club

Inspection of Quackers Out of School Club Brookmead School, High Street, Ivinghoe, Leighton Buzzard LU7 9EX

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children bound into the after-school club with enthusiasm and excitement. They are greeted warmly by staff as they arrive. The club caters for a large number of children. Several staff who work at the club also work at the host school, so they are familiar for children and all staff know children well. However, the youngest children who attend the club do not have a key person assigned to them to ensure their smooth move between school, the club and home. Although staff are unclear on the requirements that they must meet when caring for young children, they offer children a caring environment. This helps children to unwind and relax after a busy day at school.

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Children behave extremely well. They show consideration for each other and play together in team games, such as football. Staff are good role models who treat children with respect and take a genuine interest in what they say and their views. In turn, this encourages children, and they are self-assured, confident and eager to talk with adults.

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n Young children are not allocated a key person at the club. This means that the youngest children are not provided with a consistent member of staff to form a secure attachment with. Despite this breach in requirements, staff are affectionate and tactile with children. They give children plenty of comfort and reassurance, and children are obviously very fond of them. n The provider does not ensure that all staff have an awareness of the requirements of the early years foundation stage statutory framework. Consequently, senior staff, including those who are responsible for monitoring the provision, do not recognise when the setting is not meeting requirements. n Children understand about the rules that are in place to help to keep them safe. They encourage children to share and play together well. Outdoors, children enjoy climbing on large logs, playing chase and enjoying the freedom to be physically active. This contributes well towards their physical and mental health.

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Children are encouraged to expel excess energy when they first arrive, then later settle down to quieter activities, such as crafts. This good balance of activities keeps children motivated. n Children are happy to quickly get involved with activities. They find things they want to play with and start creating, drawing and making models. Children take particular interest in the craft activities staff provide. Children of all ages come together to make creations, showing imagination and creativity. They talk about their ideas as they adapt and change their plans until they produce something meaningful to them. Staff praise their efforts, helping them to feel proud of what

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7 May 2025 they achieve. n After a long day at school, children enjoy a meal together. They sit and talk with each other and enjoy the opportunity to catch up with their friends. Staff ensure that meals are healthy and balanced. They have a good awareness of how to manage any food allergies or intolerances to help keep children safe. n The club is well organised, and staff are deployed effectively. The club is busy, but through clear rules and expectations, a well-developed daily routine and interesting activities, the club runs smoothly and keeps children interested at all times. n Staff fully understand their responsibilities in keeping children safe and understand their local area and risks for children well. They have a good awareness of the signs and symptoms that might indicate that children are at risk of harm and know how to report any such concerns to the relevant professionals. The close working with school teachers further strengthens the

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measures in place to help keep children safe.

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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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Due date

put arrangements in place to provide all children in the early years age range with a key person who knows them well and can meet their needs effectively 11/06/2025

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Due date

ensure staff have suitable knowledge of the statutory requirements they must meet when caring for young children. 11/06/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2710867 Local authority Buckinghamshire Inspection number 10380714 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 100 Number of children on roll 74 Name of registered person Quackers Day Nursery Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01635 247555 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Quackers Out of School Club registered in 2022 and operates from Brookmead School in Ivinghoe. The club employs seven members of childcare staff. The club provides wraparound care, from 7.30am to 8.50am and from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday during term time only.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector discussed and observed activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact these have on children's enjoyment. n A joint observation was completed and discussed with the manager. n During the inspection, the inspector held a meeting with the manager and the area manager. She looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n The inspector spoke with staff and children at suitable times throughout the inspection. Children gave their views about the club, the activities and the staff who care for them. n Parents were invited to share their views with the inspector.

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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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