Quackers Out Of School Club

Inspection of Quackers Out Of School Club Village Hall, Newbury Hill, Thatcham RG18 0TR

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This provision meets requirements

Children arrive happy at this caring and friendly out-of-school club. Enthusiastic staff create a welcoming, well-equipped environment, where children feel safe and valued. Staff gather updates from class teachers to support a smooth transition after school. Children confidently enter the club and proudly share what they have made that day, beaming as staff celebrate their efforts. They have a strong sense of belonging. The atmosphere is calm, and the children enjoy their time at the club. For example, they squeal excitedly while playing bat and ball with friends. Children show strong social skills and form positive friendships.

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This provision meets requirements

Children have fun and independently select activities that reflect their individual interests. For example, children play happily together as they pretend to wash clothes and cook for one another. These experiences give children confidence to express their ideas, knowing they are heard and respected.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour and promote mutual respect and cooperation. Older children are encouraged to support younger ones, such as by reading to them at story time. Staff calmly remind the children of the club rules. For example, reminding children that a whistle means 'stop and listen'. Children respond well to instructions, contributing to the club's harmonious feel.

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n The activities provided are interesting, varied and stimulating. This includes access to outdoor play. This enables children to have a choice of where they want to play. The routines are well established, creating a purposeful atmosphere, where children are highly motivated and engaged. For example, older children enthusiastically play football, while others have fun rolling down a hill. This helps children to have positive attitudes to new experiences. n Staff work closely to provide well-supervised, enjoyable experiences. They share key information to ensure smooth transitions and consistent care from familiar adults. Staff are positive role models and show kindness and empathy to others. This helps children to understand how to respond to others' feelings. Children build strong friendships and cooperate well. For example, older children kindly teach younger ones a new ball game, laughing together as they decide how far

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to stand away from each other. Warm bonds between staff and children help each child feel seen, heard and valued. n Staff know children well and use this knowledge to meet children's individual needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They skilfully adapt their practice to help children when they need extra support. For example, staff use countdowns to help children prepare for changes in

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12 June 2025 routine. This supports calm transitions and emotional security. Children thrive in a safe, nurturing environment, where their needs are consistently met. n Staff communicate effectively with the schools that children attend. They understand how the school day may impact their time at the club. Staff seek regular verbal feedback from teachers and, when needed, use communication books to support children requiring extra help. This ensures continuity of care between settings. n Staff are vigilant in assessing risks in the environment. They are well deployed to supervise children playing outdoors and indoors. Staff closely monitor children as they use the climbing frames and play games. They expertly talk to children about how to keep themselves safe. For example, staff ensure that when children line up to leave an area everyone knows to stay behind the 'line leader'. This helps children to develop an understanding of how to play safely.

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n Staff speak highly of the support they receive from leaders, valuing open communication and a strong team ethos. They feel appreciated and well supported in their roles. Leaders regularly evaluate the provision to ensure staff are well prepared and suitable, contributing to the high-quality care children receive. n Parents and carers are very happy with the care that staff provide at the club. They report that their children enjoy their time and praise the familiar and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the individual routines that staff carry out for their children. They say that staff pass on any messages from school and inform parents of any accidents or incidents, should they occur. Parent partnerships are strong.

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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 EY548236 Local authority West Berkshire Inspection number 10399381 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 20 Number of children on roll 27 Name of registered person Quackers Day Nursery Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01635 247555 Date of previous inspection 29 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Quackers Out Of School Club registered in 2017. It is located in the village hall, Newbury Hill, Thatcham, next to Hampstead Norreys Church Of England Primary School. It provides after-school care on Monday to Friday during term time. Sessions are from 3.15pm until 6pm. The club employs two staff.

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n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. 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 The inspector spoke with the nominated individual about the leadership and management of the setting. n Staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector. n The manager showed the inspector documentation to demonstrate the suitability of staff.

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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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