Barneys

Inspection of Barneys 4 Church Lane, Barnburgh, Doncaster DN5 7EZ

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This provision does not meet requirements

Although leaders ensure that staff are trained in some aspects of safeguarding, staff are not aware of the correct procedures to follow should they have concerns about a child's welfare. Furthermore, staff are not aware of what to do if they have concerns about the conduct and suitability of another member of staff. This compromises children's safety and welfare. There are no arrangements for the supervision and training of staff to target or drive improvement. This leads to a weak understanding of staff's role in keeping children safe.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Despite these weaknesses, staff create a welcoming and friendly environment, where children feel happy. Children arrive after their busy school day with enthusiasm, excited to greet their friends and staff. Staff know the children well and take a genuine interest in their thoughts and ideas. Children are confident, form close relationships with staff, and develop a strong sense of belonging at the club.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Children fully immerse themselves in what the club has to offer and show high levels of engagement and enjoyment. Staff are highly successful at creating a vibrant and exciting environment for children to attend. They understand that children have different needs and take this into account when planning resources and activities. For example, older children enjoy being creative and decorate an area within the club for their dolls. Younger children work together to build a large train track, joining the pieces and adding sections to make it even bigger.

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need to do better?

n Staff can identify the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk of harm or abuse. However, staff are not aware of the correct procedures to follow to report any concerns they may have about a child. In addition, staff do not have a good enough understanding of the whistle-blowing procedure. Consequently, staff do not have a strong enough understanding of how to protect children in their care if they are concerned about their welfare. n Leaders place a strong emphasis on recognising and prioritising staff's well- being. Staff comment that they enjoy working at the club. They complete mandatory training, including paediatric first aid. However, the supervision arrangements for staff are ineffective. Staff do not have opportunities to receive support, guidance and coaching on their practice. As a result, the provider is unable to identify staff's individual development and training needs.

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need to do better?

n Overall, staff actively support children in leading healthy and active lifestyles. Physical activity is a daily feature of the club, which promotes children's overall well-being. At snack time, staff offer a variety of healthy food options, including

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26 June 2025 fresh fruit. However, staff do not consistently provide children with drinks that are healthy and nutritious, to promote the development of positive life-long habits. n Children are confident and behave very well. They are polite and use good manners. Children show consideration for each other and play together in team games. Staff are positive role models and have high expectations for children's behaviour. They encourage children to share and play together well. Children receive praise and encouragement for their efforts. n Partnerships with parents and carers are strong. Leaders and staff build positive, trusting relationships with families. Parents receive regular updates about the activities their children take part in and appreciate the daily feedback shared at pick up time. n Overall, staff actively promote children's independence. They encourage children to take responsibility for everyday tasks, such as putting away their coats and

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bags when they arrive. The environment is thoughtfully organised to support this independence, enabling children to make their own choices about what they want to play with. Older children enjoy the responsibility of helping younger children. Leaders are considering further ways to promote independence at snack times. n Staff have established a strong partnership with the on-site host school. They stay informed about what children are learning in class and offer children homework clubs each day. Regular communication is maintained with school staff, and messages from teachers are passed on to parents. Effective collaboration with senior leaders at the school helps to create a positive and consistent link between the school, parents and the club.

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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

ensure all staff have an appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to report any concerns they have about children's welfare, including responding to allegations against adults working with children 10/07/2025

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Due date

26 June 2025 develop appropriate arrangements for the supervision of staff that includes effective support, coaching and training, that promotes the interests of children 24/07/2025

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Due date

ensure drinks provided to children are healthy and nutritious, to support their physical health. 10/07/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2743816 Local authority Doncaster Inspection number 10405833 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 20 Number of children on roll 44 Name of registered person Clough, Rachel

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reference number

Telephone number 07554856423 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

Barneys registered in 2023 and is located in the grounds of Barnborough Primary Academy School, Doncaster. The setting provides before- and after-school care for children from aged three to 11 years. They operate term time only, 7.30am to 8.20am and 3pm to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. The manager holds a relevant level 3 early years qualification.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector and manager completed a learning walk across all areas of the provision to understand how leaders and staff organise the environment. n The inspector observed activities and the quality of staff's interactions with children. She talked to the manager and staff at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector spoke to children and observed their activities. She spoke to parents and considered their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club.

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Inspection activities

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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