Early years · Early years inspection (EIF, requirements met)
ActiveMe 360 CIC @ Mason Moor Primary School
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- Inspection date verified
5 Aug 2025
- Inspectors verified
Harriet Povey
- Overall effectivenesssingle source
Met
- Postcode verified
SO16 4AS
- Name on report verified
ActiveMe 360 CIC @ Mason Moor Primary School
- URN verified
2733121
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- OverallMet
90% of comparable inspections in the last three years were graded Met (3,163 inspections).
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- Children excitedly enter the holiday club and happily leave their parents. p.2
- Staff welcome the children and are quick to support them to join in with the activities on offer. p.2
- For example, children do archery, draw pictures and read stories. p.2
- Staff are quick to praise children for their achievements and challenge them further. p.2
- For instance, children who easily hit the target in archery are encouraged to increase their distance from the target. p.2
- Children show they feel safe at this club and with the staff. p.2
- Staff promote independence and build children's confidence. p.2
- Children have a choice about what they would like to do. p.2
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Leadership & governance4
“The leadership is strong.” p.2Parents & families3
“Parents are happy with the care provided for their children.” p.3Wellbeing & mental health2
“Children show good levels of self-esteem.” p.2
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- 6
- Words of findings
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- about usual (typical 729)
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- Flesch 60, typical 57
- Average sentence
- 13 words
- Next steps
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- typical 8
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Inspection of ActiveMe 360 CIC @ Mason Moor Primary School Mason Moor Primary School, Helvellyn Road, SOUTHAMPTON SO16 4AS
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This provision meets requirements
Children excitedly enter the holiday club and happily leave their parents. Staff welcome the children and are quick to support them to join in with the activities on offer. For example, children do archery, draw pictures and read stories. Staff are quick to praise children for their achievements and challenge them further. For instance, children who easily hit the target in archery are encouraged to increase their distance from the target. Children show they feel safe at this club and with the staff.
p.2
This provision meets requirements
Staff promote independence and build children's confidence. Children have a choice about what they would like to do. For example, staff get children to vote for which activity they would like to do next. Children persevere when challenge occurs, and staff work with them to develop their skills to help them achieve. For example, staff give them tips on how to bounce the ball a certain way to get the cone to flip over during a group challenge. Children show good levels of self-esteem.
p.2
This provision meets requirements
Children join in with a range of activities that support their physical, mental and social development. The staff plan activities which are exciting and inclusive for all. For example, children join in with team games, learn the importance of a balanced diet and develop their curiosity about nature. Staff are aware of children's age, abilities and needs and adapt activities accordingly. They also join in with the activities, which the children love. Children show they really enjoy themselves and laugh a lot.
p.2
need to do better?
n The leadership is strong. They have clear aims, ethos and vision for the children and the staff. Staff get relevant training prior and throughout their time with the club. For example, all staff receive a two-day induction training programme. This supports staff to deliver activities that promote children's well-being, following their holistic approach. For instance, they learn how to implement activities to support children's social skills. Staff feel extremely supported by their leadership team. n Staff remind children of the rules and follow a behaviour management system. For example, they reward children for good behaviour with certificates. Children's behaviour is good, and they listen well to the staff and follow their instructions. Staff also remind children of their manners to which children respond. Children are kind and respect each other. n Staff are quick to build a rapport with new children who join the club. They
p.2
need to do better?
spend time talking to them, finding out about their interests and support them in making friendships. Staff ensure the children's needs are always met, such as
p.2
need to do better?
5 August 2025 having access to drinking water. n Staff promote a healthy lifestyle. All children take part in physical activities, such as tag and ball games. Staff talk to children about the importance of healthy eating and keeping hydrated. Children have regular breaks to rest, drink and eat. Staff teach the children about the effects that exercise has on their body and the importance of looking after themselves. Children follow good hygiene routines and understand the importance of this. n Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well. Staff ensure they have all the information they need to support the children before they join the club. They also undergo relevant training, so they are aware of how to adapt their interactions to support these children. Children with SEND happily join in with all the activities provided and show they feel supported by the staff.
p.2
need to do better?
n The leaders are committed to supporting families in the local community. They use additional funding to provide eligible children with activity sessions and a hot meal. These opportunities allow for children to take part in a range of experiences. This has a positive impact on the children. n Parents are happy with the care provided for their children. They provide information on their child to ensure the staff can keep them safe, such as medical information. The children also comment on how excited they are to be attending the club again.
p.3
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
p.3
Safeguarding
There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.
p.3
Setting details
Unique reference number 2733121 Local authority Southampton Inspection number 10399795 Type of provision Childcare on non-domestic premises
p.4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Out-of-school day care
p.4
inspection
Total number of places 35 Number of children on roll 49 Name of registered person Active Me 360 C.I.C.
p.4
reference number
Telephone number 02382 511 844 Date of previous inspection Not applicable
p.4
Information about this early years setting
ActiveMe 360 CIC @ Mason Moor Primary School registered in 2023 and is located in Mason Moor Primary School, Southampton. They operate a holiday club during some of the school holidays, from 9am to 4pm on selected days.
p.4
Inspection activities
n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises with leaders. n Staff and children spoke to the inspector during the inspection. n The inspector observed the interactions between staff and children. n The inspector spoke to parents about the provision. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff.
p.4
Inspection activities
5 August 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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Inspection activities
5 August 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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Inspection activities
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