Kneesall Out Of School Club

Inspection of Kneesall Out Of School Club Kneesall Primary School, School Lane, Kneesall, Nottinghamshire NG22 0AB

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This provision meets requirements

Children are happy as they play with their friends at this welcoming and friendly club. For example, children play in different age groups, and older children support younger children. Staff greet the children with warmth, and there is a clear ethos of mutual respect and kindness. They know the children well and plan activities that children find interesting. For example, staff create a sensory tent for children to have quiet time to help them relax after a busy day at school. Staff talk to children's teachers at the on-site school. They find out what children are learning in their class so that they can complement this learning with activities at the club.

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This provision meets requirements

Children talk about activities they particularly enjoy, such as playing the piano for their friends. Staff support children's self-esteem as they celebrate the piano exams they have recently passed at home. Children behave well and understand the rules that are in place at the club. Children demonstrate good listening skills as they listen to staff explain how to use knives safely to cut fruit for their own snack. Children confidently speak to visitors about their favourite activities and why they enjoy attending the club. They talk about how kind the staff are, and the new games they can play.

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n Staff know the children very well, and plan activities to support their learning and knowledge. For example, they talk to children about caring for the dolls in the role-play area and how they can feed them. Staff have positive and trusting relationships with children to help them feel safe and welcome. Staff speak with children about their day at school, such as the sports day they have taken part in during the school day. n Staff carefully plan the environment to meet the needs of all children. For example, staff set up an area where children can have some peace and quiet. There are books available to read with staff if they wish to. Children have dedicated areas for imaginative play as they enjoy dressing up and creating their own costumes. n Staff support children's emotional well-being. They recognise children's individual achievements and when children try hard and persevere with tasks. For example, they praise children's efforts as they use their small muscles to hold

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knives safely as they make fruit kebabs. Staff provide children with responsibilities, such as putting their name on a list to wait for their turn to play games. n Children talk to each other and staff about their news and what they have been doing during the school day. Staff develop children's communication and language skills as they ask questions about what the children are talking about

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7 July 2025 and support conversations between children. n Staff encourage children to lead healthy lifestyles. They provide opportunities throughout the day to support children's physical development. Children independently wash their hands before eating and show an understanding of good hygiene practises, such as carefully throwing away tissues after blowing their noses. Staff encourage children to drink water at regular intervals to ensure they remain hydrated, particularly on hot days. This helps to promote children's overall health and well-being. n Parents speak positively about the club and value the approachable and friendly staff. They say their children are happy to attend and enjoy the variety of activities on offer during each session. Staff share information with parents about what the children have been doing at the club. They share information from school so that parents are fully informed about their child's day.

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need to do better?

n The small team share a commitment to provide a quality service for the children and their families. They work as a cohesive team and have a very good understanding of their responsibilities to keep children safe and secure. Staff benefit from attending regular supervisions and staff meetings. They use these opportunities to share ideas for improvements and to identify training that directly benefits the children. Staff regularly talk about activities children enjoy and plan for future activities to promote children's learning.

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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 253285 Local authority Nottinghamshire County Council Inspection number 10398830 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 55 Name of registered person Kneesall Out of School Club Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 07967 548787 Date of previous inspection 12 November 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Kneesall Out Of School Club registered in 1997 and is situated in the grounds of Kneesall Primary School in Kneesall, Nottinghamshire. The club employs four members of childcare staff. Of these, two hold a qualification at level 3. The club is open Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 8.45am, Monday to Thursday 3.30pm until 5.30pm and Friday 2.15pm until 5.30pm, term time only. Holiday Club is open from 8am until 5.30pm during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The manager talked to the inspector about the activities provided at the club. n The quality of interactions between staff and children was observed. n The inspector spoke with the staff team, parents and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises.

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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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