Sawley Before and After School Club

Sawley Before and After School Club

Unique reference number (URN): 2752673 Address: Sawley Nursery And Infant School, Wilmot Street, SAWLEY, NOTTINGHAM, NG10 3DQ Type: Childcare on non-domestic premises Registered with Ofsted: 22/09/2023 Registers: EYR, CCR, VCR Registered person: Sawley Before And After School Club Community Interest Company

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Safeguarding standards met

The safeguarding standards are met. This means that leaders and/or those responsible for governance and oversight fulfil their specific responsibilities and have established an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified, acted upon and managed. As a result, children are made safer and feel safe.

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How we evaluate safeguarding

When we inspect settings for safeguarding, they can have the following outcomes:

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How we evaluate safeguarding

Met: The setting has an open and positive culture of safeguarding. Not met: The setting has not created an open and positive culture of safeguarding. Not all legal requirements are met.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard

Leaders have worked hard to make the club a happy and positive place to be. Staff know all the children as individuals and are attentive to their differing needs. They use praise and encouragement to reinforce positive choices, helping children to manage their emotions and develop confidence. The children help to make their own rules, so everyone understands what is expected. This helps them feel proud and responsible for their behaviour. Children behave well; they play cooperatively and show kindness to each other.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard

Daily routines are well established and embedded. Children demonstrate a clear understanding of what happens next and take pride in their responsibilities. For example, during tidy time and when going to the hall for tea. Mealtimes are calm and older children naturally support younger children. For example, they guide and help them serve drinks and food. This helps children feel like they belong within the club. Staff tailor the support they provide according to the individual needs of each child. Children develop high levels of independence and approach new activities and challenging tasks with confidence

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard

Leaders take great care of children with dietary needs and allergies. They collect detailed information when children join the club and check it regularly. During mealtimes, children sit sensibly and chat quietly. Staff sit at tables with children and provide high levels of supervision to ensure children remain safe when eating. Children manage their personal hygiene. For example, they wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Children are supported to make healthy choices at mealtimes.

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard

Staff greet children warmly and give them their full attention. These caring interactions help children feel safe, valued and confident. Parents often stay later so children can have more time to play. When children feel unsettled, staff act quickly. They speak with parents, change routines or provide extra help. Leaders give children quiet spaces to relax and settle into the club happily. These practises help children feel secure and enjoy their time at the club and take part in all activities. The club helps children to build confidence and build positive friendships.

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Inclusion Expected standard

Leaders and staff make inclusion a top priority. They ensure that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), take part in everything the club offers. Staff support children with SEND in a kind and sensitive way, so they can enjoy the same opportunities as their friends. Leaders operate a flexible booking system to meet the unique needs of families, offering advice and support in claiming funding to pay for their children's fees. This removes barriers to attendance and helps children settle and build secure relationships. Staff complete regular training to strengthen their understanding of SEND and individual needs. They collaborate closely with parents and school staff to share information and plan effectively. This teamwork helps staff respond quickly and provide consistent, tailored support for each child.

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Inclusion Expected standard

Leaders and staff carefully review the environments to make sure they support everyone. They create quiet areas, where children can sit, relax, read or talk with friends. These calm spaces help children feel safe. Staff listen to parents and make themselves available to talk, even outside of normal club hours. Parents speak highly of the team and value the way staff include and respect every child as an individual.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

Leaders know the club very well, it's strengths and the areas they want to improve. They plan activities carefully so that everything runs smoothly. Staff understand their roles and responsibilities, and how to support the children every day. Leaders regularly encourage parents and children to share ideas to improve the club. For example, parents have suggested different session times and helped plan the tea menus, children have been involved in what resources are bought and suggesting activities they would like to do. For example, baking and the snooker table.

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Leadership and governance Expected standard

Leaders meet with staff often for supervisions and wellbeing checks. Staff have regular opportunities to celebrate their achievements and reflect on their practice, while also identifying any areas where they may need further support. Staff report that they enjoy working at the club and feel valued in their roles. Leaders listen to staff and respond to their views. They also provide additional training and development opportunities to strengthen practice, such as behaviour management training. This has helped staff to further develop their understanding and confidence in supporting all children appropriately. Leaders work closely with parents, the school and other professionals to plan the right support for children and ensure this is in place.

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Compulsory Childcare Register requirements

This setting has met the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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Register

When we check if settings meet the Compulsory Childcare Register requirements, they can have the following outcomes:

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Voluntary Childcare Register requirements

This setting has met the requirements of the voluntary part of Childcare Register.

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Register

When we check if settings meet the Voluntary Childcare Register requirements, they can have the following outcomes:

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What it's like to be a child at this setting

Children arrive at the club at the end of their school day feeling excited and confident. Staff greet them warmly, having built strong, nurturing relationships with them and their families. Staff gather detailed information from parents and teachers, so they fully understand each child's individual needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff collaborate closely with the school to support good attendance, ensuring children feel secure, valued and ready to participate fully in club life.

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What it's like to be a child at this setting

Staff use their knowledge of children's needs and interests to plan meaningful support. This helps all children to thrive and enjoy their experiences. Staff actively develop children's social skills by modelling and encouraging turn-taking, clear communication and cooperation during group activities and play. Older children confidently support younger ones, inviting them to join in and helping them feel included.

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What it's like to be a child at this setting

Staff promote independence throughout the session. Children take responsibility for their belongings by hanging up coats and bags in the cloakroom. They wash their hands before meals, serve their own food and pour their own drinks. Staff remain attentive and responsive, engaging children in purposeful conversations and joining in their play to extend learning. They encourage children to share resources and solve minor conflicts during games.

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Address:

Sawley Nursery And Infant School Wilmot Street SAWLEY NOTTINGHAM NG10 3DQ

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Address:

Type: Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Address:

Registered person: Sawley Before And After School Club Community Interest Company

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Address:

Operating hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 07:30 - 09:00,Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 15:00 - 18:00

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Next steps

Leaders should continue to develop an accurate evaluation of practice to ensure improvement to benefit children's development.

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About this inspection

The inspector spoke with leaders, children, staff and parents during the inspection.

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About this inspection

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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Facts and figures used on inspection

This data was available to the inspector at the time of the inspection.

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Exceptional

Practice is exceptional: of the highest standard nationally. Other settings can learn from it.

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Strong standard

The setting reaches a strong standard. Leaders are working above the standard expected of them.

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Expected standard

The setting is fulfilling the expected standard of education and/or care. This means they are following the standard set out in statutory and non ‑ statutory legislation and the professional standards expected of them.

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Needs attention

The expected standards are not met but leaders are likely able to make the necessary improvements.

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Urgent improvement

The setting needs to make urgent improvements to provide the expected standard of education and/or care. services providing education and skills for children and learners of all ages, and inspects and regulates services that care for children and young people.

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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Urgent improvement

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