Rattle and Roll Performance Holiday Club: John Hunt Primary Academy

Hunt Primary Academy

Unique reference number (URN): 2805478 Address: John Hunt Academy, London Road, Balderton, Newark, NG24 3BN Type: Childcare on non-domestic premises Registered with Ofsted: 13/08/2024 Registers: EYR, CCR, VCR Registered person: Rattle And Roll Limited

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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 Strong standard

Leaders have established a clear vision for behaviour, attitudes and routines, creating an environment where children feel safe, secure and ready to participate. Staff consistently reinforce clear expectations and routines, helping children understand what is expected and develop confidence in navigating the club environment. The calm, purposeful start to the day, welcome activities, group discussions and opportunities for children to contribute their ideas, ensures children feel valued and prepared for the day ahead.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard

Staff build secure relationships with children. They know children well, understand their individual needs and use positive, respectful interactions to encourage kindness, cooperation and confidence. Children respond positively to this approach and demonstrate enthusiasm, resilience and a willingness to engage in new experiences.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard

Leaders and staff recognise the importance of celebrating children's achievements and building their self-esteem. Children are encouraged to challenge themselves and celebrate personal successes. For example, children who try unfamiliar foods receive certificates recognising their achievement. Children are delighted to share these with their parents, and families report that these experiences represent important milestones for children who may previously have been hesitant to try new things.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard

Staff use inclusive approaches to support children who may need additional help with behaviour, emotions or participation. They adapt routines, provide reassurance and use strategies such as visual supports, sensory spaces and trusted adults to help children regulate and successfully engage. As a result, children develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards activities and each other.

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Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard

Leaders actively remove barriers to attendance and participation, including through the effective use of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) funding, ensuring children can access the club during the holidays. Families value the provision and children are eager to attend because they feel a secure sense of belonging. Children thrive because leaders have created a culture where expectations are clear, achievements are celebrated and every child is supported to develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes.

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard

Leaders have a commitment to promoting children's welfare and wellbeing and have carefully considered the needs of the children and families within the local community. They have researched nutrition guidance thoroughly and used this knowledge to develop a provision that supports children's understanding of healthy lifestyles, balanced choices and independence. Leaders recognise that, for some children, the holiday club provides an important opportunity to access nutritious food and develop positive habits. Leaders identified that healthy lifestyles and access to nutritious food were important needs within the local community. They have designed experiences that go beyond providing food, helping children understand nutrition, develop independence and make informed choices.

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard

Children benefit from purposeful experiences that promote children's physical and emotional wellbeing. Through planned nutrition activities, children explore a range of foods, learn new vocabulary and develop practical skills such as preparing food safely, chopping and making choices about what they eat. Staff encourage children to try new foods in a positive, supportive way, celebrating effort and building confidence. Children develop independence through routines such as washing their hands before eating, preparing snacks and understanding the importance of hygiene and staying healthy.

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard

Children's physical wellbeing is promoted through a wide range of active experiences. Staff provide opportunities for children to take part in sport, exercise and teamwork activities while helping children understand the positive impact physical activity has on their bodies and emotions.

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Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard

Leaders ensure children's emotional wellbeing is equally prioritised. Children are supported to recognise their feelings, develop self-regulation and build confidence. Children thrive because leaders have created an inclusive environment where wellbeing is promoted through healthy routines, meaningful experiences and carefully considered support for every child.

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Inclusion Strong standard

Children are exceptionally well supported because leaders have created a highly inclusive culture where every child is recognised as an individual, valued for their uniqueness and enabled to participate fully. Leaders have a secure understanding of the needs of children attending and work proactively with families, schools and professionals to identify strengths, needs and any barriers to participation before children attend. Leaders actively encourage families to share information about children's needs, recognising that some parents may worry that disclosing additional needs could prevent their child accessing the club. Through positive relationships and reassurance, families now confidently share information so staff can plan effective support from the outset.

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Inclusion Strong standard

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive highly effective support. Leaders gather detailed information from parents and other professionals to understand children's individual needs and put thoughtful adaptations in place. This includes changes to activities, additional staffing, sensory resources, quiet spaces, visual supports and targeted staff training. Staff demonstrate excellent knowledge of children and use this to anticipate children's needs, support their emotional regulation and enable children to confidently join activities alongside their peers.

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Inclusion Strong standard

Children facing barriers to their participation are supported effectively. Leaders understand the needs of the local community and use the Holidays Activities and Food (HAF) funding purposefully to reduce barriers, ensuring children can access the club, enjoy nutritious meals and benefit from positive experiences during the holidays. Session times, staffing and activities are carefully considered so that children can attend and engage successfully.

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Leadership and governance Strong standard

Leaders have a clear vision for the holiday club and demonstrate a deep understanding of the needs of the children and families they serve. They have a secure overview of the provision and use reflection, feedback and information from families, schools and the wider community to continually improve children's experiences. Leaders have carefully considered the needs of the local area, including barriers faced by families and use the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) funding effectively to increase access and provide meaningful experiences for children during the holidays.

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Leadership and governance Strong standard

Leaders provide strong oversight and ensure that statutory responsibilities are understood and met. Clear systems are in place for safeguarding, safer recruitment, staff induction, policies and risk assessment. Leaders regularly review practice and use communication systems, including team meetings and updates, to maintain consistency across the staff team.

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Leadership and governance Strong standard

Staff report that they feel well supported, and leaders have implemented approaches, such as planned breaks from the provision, to support staff wellbeing. Communication between leaders and staff is effective, ensuring staff feel connected and able to share information. Staff benefit from ongoing professional learning that is responsive to children's needs. Leaders provide training and development opportunities, including autism awareness, emotional wellbeing, nutrition and specific medical needs. Staff expertise is used effectively, including specialist input such as performing arts and community links to support children's wellbeing.

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Leadership and governance Strong standard

Leaders have developed established partnerships with parents, schools and the wider community. Families value the excellent communication and the relationships staff build with children. Leaders use 'getting to know you' conversations with families to understand children's interests, routines and support needs before they attend. This information enables staff to make immediate adaptations, such as preparing resources, adjusting activities or providing additional reassurance. Leaders are ambitious to extend their healthy lifestyle messages beyond the club and recognise the importance of working in partnership with families to support children to develop positive habits that continue at home.

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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 flourish at this holiday club because they feel safe, valued and genuinely known as individuals. They arrive with enthusiasm and excitement, eager to see familiar staff and take part in the experiences on offer. Children are welcomed by adults who know them exceptionally well, understand their individual circumstances and use this knowledge to ensure every child feels a secure sense of belonging from the moment they arrive.

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

Children develop highly positive relationships with staff and each other. They confidently share their ideas, contribute to decisions and know that their views are listened to and

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Inspector:

respected. Children benefit from a consistent staff team who build trusting relationships with families, schools and professionals to understand children's strengths, interests and needs. This ensures that children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are fully included and able to participate alongside their peers.

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Inspector:

Children enjoy being active, working as part of a team and developing new skills through purposeful activities. For example, during nutrition activities, children investigate foods through enquiry questions, make predictions, use their senses and develop practical skills, such as safely chopping ingredients. Children who are initially unsure are supported to try new foods at their own pace and celebrate their achievements.

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Inspector:

Children's emotional wellbeing is prioritised exceptionally well. Staff recognise when children need additional support and respond sensitively, helping children to understand and regulate their emotions. Children who need extra help are supported through carefully considered adaptations, including visual supports, sensory resources, quiet spaces and personalised approaches. Sensitive approaches by staff enables children who may previously have found group environments challenging to confidently join activities, communicate their feelings and develop trusting relationships.

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Inspector:

Children demonstrate positive attitudes, confidence and resilience because expectations are clear and relationships are secure. They understand routines, show kindness towards others and enthusiastically embrace new experiences. Parents report exceptional communication and describe the significant impact the club has had on their children's confidence and wellbeing. Children thrive because the club removes barriers, celebrates uniqueness and creates an inclusive environment where every child can achieve, belong and flourish.

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Next steps

Leaders should continue to develop their healthy lifestyle messages beyond the club to support sustainable changes that have the potential to create a transformational impact on children's health, independence and wellbeing.

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About this inspection

The inspector spoke with leaders, staff, children and parents and carers 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. Tracy Hopkins

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Address:

John Hunt Academy London Road, Balderton Newark NG24 3BN

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Address:

Type: Childcare on non-domestic premises

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Address:

Registered person: Rattle And Roll Limited

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Address:

Operating hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 10:00 - 14:00

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Address:

Local authority: Nottinghamshire County Council

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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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