Camp Beaumont - Kent College

Inspection of Camp Beaumont - Kent College Kent College, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells TN2 4AX

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This provision meets requirements

Children arrive happy and settle quickly into this warm, welcoming club. There is a familiar routine that children know well. For example, they know in which room to place their belongings before going to play with their friends. Staff show children they are welcomed by greeting them warmly when they arrive. Children's behaviour is good. Staff support children to share and take turns, such as when playing with a skipping rope. They gently remind them to allow their friends to have a go. Children have formed good friendships. They interact and share ideas when playing. For example, children pretend to be mice collecting cheese in a den. They each add to the role play and listen to each other's ideas so they can extend their play.

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This provision meets requirements

Children excitedly take part in activities offered. Staff place a high priority on children being physically active during the day. They start their day by taking part in 'wake up and shake up' before going to their base groups. During the day, children regularly play outside and take part in play, such as cricket. Children have the opportunity to go swimming in the large pool on site. This gives children a clear message of the importance of being active.

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need to do better?

n Children know and understand the expectations of the club. Staff remind children of the rules each day to keep them safe. Children listen well and follow instructions when spoken to. When playing, children remind each other of the rules. For instance, when a child approaches a door to go outside, another child reminded them they must not go outside without an adult. This shows children understand what is expected of them. n Children are extremely happy and show they feel safe at the club. They share their views on what they like to do, such as playing on the large climbing equipment and swings. Staff adapt their approach for children when they do not wish to take part in a group activity. For example, they bring a different activity for them to take part in, such as colouring. This supports children's self-esteem and helps them feel secure. n Staff are positive role models. They fully involve children in the planning of

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games, such as 'What's the time Mr Wolf?' Staff support children to listen and value each other's ideas on how to play the game. This helps to build children's confidence. n Children are developing a positive attitude to learning. Staff allow them to challenge themselves while being available if they are needed. For instance, when a child attempts to climb up a log. They wobble and stabilise themselves before achieving the climb to the top. This supports children to develop

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30 July 2025 resilience. n Children are learning about healthy lifestyles. The club promotes healthy eating and informs parents of this when they register. Children enjoy foods, such as fruit for snack. They understand they need to wash their hands before they eat. n Staff feel well supported by the management. They have lots of training opportunities to take part in before the clubs start in the school holidays. Staff report they feel valued, have manageable workloads and high well-being. They are confident to approach the management team if they wish to discuss any matters. n Partnerships with parents are strong. Staff have daily discussions with parents during drop off, such as children's well-being and any additional support children might need. Parents report their children thrive in the club. Some report they travel further to attend the club as it offers so many opportunities for their children to experience.

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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 interest first.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY332319 Local authority Kent Inspection number 10392200 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 50 Number of children on roll 33 Name of registered person CB (Oldco) Limited

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reference number

Telephone number 01603851000 Date of previous inspection 9 August 2019

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Information about this early years setting

Camp Beaumont - Kent College is one of thirty-eight holiday clubs run by Camp Beaumont Day Camps Limited. The playscheme is open each weekday from 8am to 6pm for five weeks in the summer holidays. The playscheme employs 16 members of staff. Staff working with early years children have early years qualifications.

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n Managers showed the inspector around the club premises. They explained how they had organised the space to support the ages of the children attending. n The inspector observed children at activities in all age groups during the day. n Children shared their views with the inspector about the club. n The inspector met with the management team to discuss matters such as recruitment and staff training. n The inspector spoke to parents to gain their views of the club.

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30 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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30 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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