Dulwich Village Kids Club Ltd

Inspection of Dulwich Village Kids Club Ltd Frances Building, Dulwich Village C of E Infant School, Dulwich Village, LONDON SE21 7AL

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This provision meets requirements

Children are warmly welcomed by staff when they are collected from school and readily engage in conversations about their day. Children demonstrate that they are happy to attend and know the routine well. For example, children promptly put their high-visibility jackets on and sit in a line ready to go across to the club. When they arrive at the club, they know to hang their bags up and get ready for the register. Staff show a genuine interest in what the children have to say, and they take account of the children's individual interests. For example, when children suggest making dens, staff readily join in with this activity.

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This provision meets requirements

There is a strong sense of community and belonging at the club. Children enthusiastically introduce themselves to the inspector and happily talk about the parts of the club they enjoy. They are proud of the club and what it has to offer. Staff are positive role models and have clear and concise rules and boundaries. For example, when children hear staff clapping in a particular rhythm, they join in with this and know this is the time to stop what they are doing and listen. This helps children to know what is expected of them. Children's behaviour is good. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure and are confident to ask staff for help. There is a wonderful sense of respect and kindness at the club.

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n Leaders are passionate about creating a nurturing space for all children and for all staff. They care deeply about children's happiness and making every child feel valued and welcome. Leaders ensure there are robust systems in place for safer recruitment and staff inductions. The team works together to reflect on its practice and identify any areas for improvements. n The staff know the children well. They take the time to listen to important news that children share. For example, staff invite children to stand up in front of their friends to talk about a special achievement they received at school. Their friends clap and celebrate each other, and this contributes to the caring atmosphere. n Parents speak extremely highly of the club. They comment that their children come home with 'endless arts and crafts' that they have made with staff. They value the home-cooked and nutritious meals that are provided and the genuine

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sense of fun that is created. Staff go above and beyond to include parents. For example, parents are invited for an information session to learn about the ethos of the club when their child first starts. n Children demonstrate incredibly high levels of independence. For example, they help staff set the tables and prepare the meals for dinner time. They are extremely keen to 'have a job' to complete, and tidy-up time is a chance for all children to join in and take care of the environment. Children show a strong

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3 July 2025 understanding about keeping themselves safe. For example, children explain why they must hold a partner's hand when walking across to the club from the school and are very sensible and responsible during this time. n Staff promote children's healthy lifestyles. Children have access to a large outdoor space and enjoy the fresh air as they play games and giggle as they chase each other. Children demonstrate their physical skills as they do cartwheels, jump and run. They show a strong awareness of the natural world and confidently explain to the inspector how to take care of the flowers and the leaves and not to pick these off the trees. Children follow good hygiene routines as they wash their hands before dinner. n Children enjoy the activities that are planned for them and the ones they create spontaneously. For example, children are focused as they spend time creating origami with their friends and staff. Children eagerly suggest playing 'stuck in the

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mud' together with staff. Together, staff and children have a great deal of fun. n Children are confident to share their views and experiences of the after-school club with the inspector. For example, children proudly discuss the 'three rules' of the club, which are around respecting themselves, others and the environment.

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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 EY480032 Local authority Southwark Inspection number 10388363 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 92 Number of children on roll 70 Name of registered person Dulwich Village Kids Club Ltd

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reference number

Telephone number 07773325698 Date of previous inspection 9 July 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Dulwich Village Kids Club registered in 2014. It is situated in the North Dulwich area of the London Borough of Southwark. The club operates Monday to Friday from 3.20pm to 6.15pm during term time, and Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm during school holidays. Five staff, including the manager, are employed to work with the children. Two staff hold relevant childcare qualifications.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the areas of the school used by the club and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector completed observations and observed staff's interactions with children inside and outside. n Children shared their views of the club with the inspector. n The inspector spoke to parents to gain their views. n The inspector held a leadership and management discussion with the manager and looked at relevant documentation.

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3 July 2025 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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3 July 2025 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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