Premier Education WAC - Lawford

Inspection of Premier Education WAC - Lawford Lawford CofE VA Primary School, Long road, Lawford, Essex CO11 2EF

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This provision meets requirements

Young children are picked up from their classes at the host school by members of the club staff. When the children see these familiar faces, they call out their names and wave, indicating that these adults play important roles in their lives. Older children arrive at the club and are greeted at the door. They are keen to share their experiences from school. For example, they eagerly explain that they have joined in a competition with their friends and discuss their drawings of beetles. Staff take the time to listen and celebrate each child's achievements, ensuring that every child feels valued.

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Children are polite and caring towards both adults and each other. For instance, they pass chairs to adults so they can join them at their chosen activities. The children support one another, such as helping each other log into the club's computers. Staff members facilitate this by prompting the children to explain what they are doing, which helps others understand and work independently in the future. Children express that they enjoy coming to the club and particularly enjoy playing football on the school grounds.

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n All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are welcome at the club. Staff make sure that activities are adapted so that children can actively take part. The staff work closely with the host school to share information, ensuring that all children have equal access to the club and that the staff are well informed about how to meet each child's individual needs. n Some staff members transferred to the new company upon its registration, so existing staff members are familiar with the children and their families. They use their knowledge of the children to plan activities that they know they will enjoy, while also allowing the children to select their own games and activities independently. As a result, children engage well in their selected activities, showing sustained levels of focus when they play. n Younger children have a key staff member to support them and be a link

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between the club and school. This ensures that their individual needs are understood and met, providing consistent care and experiences throughout the day. n Children sit together at snack time, where staff encourage them to make healthy food choices. They can select from a variety of wraps and bagels with different fillings, followed by plenty of fruit and yoghurt. This helps promote children's good health. n Children take part in a variety of activities, both indoors and outdoors. For example, they spend time creating spinning models using construction toys and

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6 June 2025 challenging staff to table football games. The leaders are dedicated to igniting children's early interest in physical health and well-being. This is a key ethos of the club. Every day, opportunities are provided for children to strengthen their skills and develop their physical abilities in the outdoor environment. n Children behave well. They play well with their friends and share resources. Children understand what is expected of them and follow the club's rules. Staff encourage good manners and assist younger children in effectively negotiating turns during favourite activities. n Parents speak positively about the club. They state their children enjoy attending and have formed good friendships with other children. Parents appreciate the increased flexibility in the booking system, which accommodates their family's needs. n Leaders and staff reflect on the quality of the club. They seek the views of

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parents and children to make further improvements. Staff express that the positive feedback they have received helps them to feel valued. Staff members feel happy and well supported in their roles. They can nominate individual staff members for employee of the month. This helps staff to feel valued and appreciated.

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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 2798721 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10397658 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 24 Number of children on roll 65 Name of registered person Premier Sportscoach Solutions Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01206393585 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Premier Education WAC – Lawford registered in 2024. It is independently run and operates from Lawford C of E Primary School, Lawford. The club opens during term time, from 7.30am to 8.40am and 3.20pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday. It is open for children from the on-site school. The club also operates a holiday club for all children during school holidays. Three staff members are employed at the club, and one holds a qualification at level 3.

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n Children told the inspector about their friends and what they like to do when they are at the club. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n Staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n The inspector observed children playing and the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views.

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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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