Ashton Gate Out of School Care

Inspection of Ashton Gate Out of School Care Caretakers House, Ashton Gate Road, Ashton Gate, Bristol BS3 1SZ

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This provision meets requirements

Families praise the whole team for the support they provide to children and their families. They value the strong, regular communication, which keeps them fully informed about their child's experiences and progress. Families report that children settle quickly, develop confidence and form trusting relationships with staff. They say children love attending the club, often asking to return for holiday sessions or additional activities. Families describe the consistent support as helping children feel secure, valued and motivated to explore and learn in a positive environment.

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This provision meets requirements

Staff provide a wide range of opportunities for children to be active, creative and play cooperatively. Children enjoy physical games outdoors, where staff are deployed to help support and keep children safe. They also enjoy small-group crafting, and imaginative role play, taking pride in their achievements. Activities are age-appropriate and carefully organised to nurture children's interests. Staff also provide quiet spaces for children who need time to rest after school. Children access engaging and stimulating experiences across the club, building independence, curiosity and confidence and forming positive relationships with staff and peers.

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n Children arrive promptly as staff collect them from their classrooms. They settle quickly into the provision because routines are well established. Staff support new children effectively by offering a full tour of the environment. This helps them feel safe and secure. For children who struggle to manage their emotions, staff respond with kindness and patience, offering reassurance and practical strategies to help them regulate. n The club offers children healthy snacks, which staff prepare carefully. Children choose from a variety of options and take their time to eat without feeling rushed. Staff sit alongside children at the table, using this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations. These interactions help staff strengthen relationships and gain valuable insight into children's experiences of the school day. n Staff deployment is effective. They remain alert and proactive when supervising

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children, particularly when they access the outdoor space. Children enjoy the fresh air and make good use of the wide range of playground equipment. Staff support children to remain safe while also encouraging them to manage their own risky play. This balanced approach develops children's confidence and independence. n Staff act as positive role models. They show respect and consideration towards children, parents and each other. Strong communication with the host school

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10 September 2025 ensures staff remain informed about any issues that may affect children's welfare. As a result, children receive consistent care and appropriate support across settings. Children's behaviour is positive. They cooperate well, follow instructions and respond respectfully to adults. n The club places children's welfare at the centre of its practice. Staff organise themselves effectively to maintain close supervision at all times. Leaders implement robust safeguarding processes, such as accurate headcounts, to keep children safe. The secure environment gives children and parents confidence in the provision. n Leaders and managers play a central role in driving improvement. They monitor practice closely and provide ongoing feedback to staff. Regular training ensures staff remain confident and knowledgeable in safeguarding, first aid and wider aspects of childcare. They attend regular supervision meetings and have access

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to a wide range of professional development opportunities. Leaders encourage staff to share ideas during weekly meetings, which leads to the planning of new activities and continuous improvements. Staff feel highly valued because leaders show genuine concern for their well-being. n Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from tailored support. Leaders ensure staff work closely with dedicated adults to provide inclusive care. Staff adapt activities and communication methods so that all children feel engaged and able to participate fully. The inclusive ethos underpins the calm, nurturing environment. Children also benefit from a quiet, comfortable area, where they can relax, read or rest if they are tired.

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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 106902 Local authority Bristol City of Inspection number 10407698 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 144 Number of children on roll 480 Name of registered person Ashton Gate Out of School Care

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reference number

Telephone number 0117 9833426 Date of previous inspection 16 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

Ashton Gate Out of School Care registered in 1993. The club operates from the caretaker's house in the grounds of Ashton Gate Primary School, the school hall and the adjacent Old Chapel Park. The after-school club operates from 3.10pm to 6pm. The breakfast club is open from 7.45am to 8.55am. The club is open during school holidays and teacher training days from 7.45am until 6pm. There are 27 members of staff that work with the children, 18 of whom hold a relevant level 3 qualification or above.

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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 children. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation and reviewed evidence of the suitability of staff working in the club. n Parents shared their views of the setting with the inspector.

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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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