Little Stars Breakfast and Afterschool Club

Inspection of Little Stars Breakfast and Afterschool Club Wellfield Church School, Wellfield Drive, BURNLEY, Lancashire BB12 0JD

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n Leaders discuss how they plan a broad range of activities that children like and request. They explain how they link activities to themes, such as Halloween and autumn, to engage and motivate children. These are sometimes linked to topics being learned in school. Staff describe how they join in with play to support children's social skills. n Leaders describe processes for establishing strong partnerships. They share the procedures for collecting information from children's class teachers about daily activities. Leaders explain how they use the registration packs with parents and carers to identify children's interests and needs prior to starting. This collective approach helps staff support children's well-being and offer play activities that match their preferences. n Staff describe how children actively engage in the planning and decision-making process for activities and experiences. Children choose resources independently

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and collaborate with their friends. They provide their input through surveys, questionnaires and an ideas box, to share their suggestions. Staff say this helps children to feel valued and take ownership within the club. n Leaders demonstrate how they encourage children to make healthy choices. They provide a range of healthy and nutritious snacks. Staff encourage children to discuss likes, dislikes and the benefits of healthy eating. They describe how they follow processes to ensure that children's dietary needs are met. n Leaders discuss how they are exploring further ways to access the outdoor play provision in all seasons. Staff explain how children play different active games in the hall and use the physical development resources. n Leaders explain how staff are supported to continually improve their skills and knowledge through daily discussions, observations and ongoing training. Leaders describe how they recently reviewed the supervision procedures and shared with

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the inspector new ideas. Leaders explain the value of staff's differing expertise and the positive impact this has on children. n Leaders describe strategies for promoting positive behaviour. Older children share the club's code of conduct with the inspector and talk about why they have the rules. Staff encourage children to be responsible for belongings and club resources. They praise children's achievements and explain that children tidy up after activities. Staff say children listen well and follow instructions. n Leaders explain how they use a buddy system to support children's developing independence and confidence. Older children tell the inspector how they support new, younger children to follow the routines and when choosing activities. Staff say this helps younger children to feel safe and gives older children some responsibility. n Staff discuss how they support children to share their ideas, news of the day and

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engage in interesting conversations. They state they encourage children to be respectful of their peers' views and opinions. Staff tell the inspector that they promote inclusion and diversity through activities that celebrate cultural and religious festivals, and in play by providing a range of multicultural resources.

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12 September 2025 There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY466311 Local authority Lancashire Inspection number 10407500 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 30 Number of children on roll 118 Name of registered person Simpson, Sarah Leanne

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reference number

Telephone number 07515747966 Date of previous inspection 10 January 2020

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Information about this early years setting

Little Stars Breakfast and Afterschool Club registered in 2013 and is based in Burnley, Lancashire. The club employs five members of childcare staff. Of these, four hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and one staff member holds a level 2 qualification. The club operates term time only, Monday to Friday. Sessions are 7.30am to 8.50am and 3.30pm to 6pm, except for Friday, when the club closes at 5.30pm.

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n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The inspector spoke with leaders about the leadership and management of the club. n Children spoke to the inspector about what they enjoy doing while at the club. n The inspector spoke to staff at appropriate times during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views. n The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as evidence of the suitability of staff working at the club. n Although there were no children in the early years age range present at the time of this inspection, there were children present who were over the age of five years.

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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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