Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche

Inspection of Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche Ellergreen Road, Liverpool, Merseyside L11 2RY

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This provision does not meet requirements

Staff demonstrate an understanding of how to keep children safe during their time at the after-school club. They are aware of their responsibilities when responding to accidents, although leaders do not ensure that staff accurately complete the necessary documentation. Staff access online first-aid training to keep their knowledge current. However, leaders have not ensured that staff complete the in- person element of first-aid training required to fully meet statutory requirements.

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This provision does not meet requirements

Despite weaknesses, children arrive and confidently help themselves to a healthy snack before engaging in activities. Staff build strong, positive relationships with all children and take the time to understand their individual needs and interests and the behaviour of children is exemplary. Staff plan a variety of activities that reflect these interests and support children's development. For instance, children enjoy creating faces with play dough in different skin tones, which helps them explore what makes them unique and fosters an awareness of similarities and differences. Staff also provide meaningful learning opportunities to extend children's skills. For example, using water and sticks to make marks on the wall supports the development of early writing skills.

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need to do better?

n Staff have access to a variety of training and development opportunities to support their professional growth. This includes a range of online courses that strengthen their understanding of safeguarding. However, leaders have not ensured that staff have completed the necessary first-aid training to meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage. As a result, staff are not suitably trained to administer first aid to children in the event of an accident. n Partnerships between schools and parents are effective. Staff have established systems to share information and keep parents well informed about their children's progress. However, inconsistencies in record-keeping mean it is not always clear how and when parents are notified following children's accidents. n Children foster growing self-reliance. Staff promote children's independence well. They encourage children to complete tasks on their own. For example, children

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help themselves to snacks and access fresh drinking water independently. Staff support children to manage their own self-care needs. As a result, children demonstrate high levels of independence and know to wash their hands after using the toilet. n Children have positive attitudes and show high levels of curiosity and concentration. They are confident and eager to have a go and persist at their chosen activities. For example, children make friendship bracelets and thread the beads onto the thread. Staff praise the children's achievements. Staff are good

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need to do better?

8 July 2025 role models, they and the children use good manners. Children of all ages play well together. n Staff understand children's unique experiences and are sensitive to their needs. Staff have a very nurturing, warm approach with children that encourages close attachments and respectful relationships. For example, older children invite younger children into their play and share the rules of the game. Staff provide a quiet area in the after-school club for children to relax and reflect in or enjoy quieter activities, such as colouring. n Children enjoy plenty of time outdoors. They play football, put on concerts for each other and use the various climbing equipment. This supports children to be physically active and build strength in their large muscles. n Leaders have effective risk assessments in place to ensure that all activities are as safe as possible and that all areas used are suitable for children. Staff carry

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need to do better?

out daily checks of both indoor and outdoor environments. Robust procedures are in place for adults collecting children from the school. This helps to ensure children's safety. Good recruitment procedures are in place to ensure that all staff working with children are suitable to do so. n The provider did not notify Ofsted of a change in the organisation's governance, as required by their registration conditions. However, all committee members have undergone some suitability checks. This oversight had no impact on children's safety, welfare, or learning and development.

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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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Due date

ensure that there is at least one person who holds a valid and current paediatric first-aid certificate and is available at all times 08/08/2025

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Due date

ensure that staff keep an accurate record of children's accidents and injuries 08/08/2025

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Due date

8 July 2025 ensure that leaders understand when they need to notify Ofsted of a change to committee members, so that appropriate suitability checks can be undertaken without delay. 08/08/2025

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Setting details

Unique reference number 322450 Local authority Liverpool Inspection number 10394630 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 56 Number of children on roll 53

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Name of registered person

The Norris Green Community Health Forum Committee

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reference number

Telephone number 0151 233 4597 Date of previous inspection 17 September 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Ellergreen Out of School and Community Creche registered in 2000. The club employs six members of childcare staff. Of these, three hold early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The club is open from Monday to Friday all year round, except for two weeks at Christmas. Sessions are from 3pm to 5.45pm during term time, and from 8am to 5.30pm during school holidays.

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Inspection activities

n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector talked to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and the children. n The inspector spoke to several parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of 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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