2nd Home Childcare Out Of School Club

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • Staff have effective partnerships with local schools. They promote successful two-way communication to share information about children's development and well-being. This helps to support continuity in children's learning.

• Managers and staff evaluate the club well. They continually make positive changes and have clear action plans for future development. For example, they plan to raise children's awareness of their environment and involve them in recycling projects.

• Managers have a thorough understanding of their local community and the needs of children within it. They encourage parents and children to be involved in community events, such a...s a pie and pea supper. Parents comment that the club has a 'family atmosphere' and staff know the children very well.

• Staff provide stimulating activities that capture children's interests and engage them successfully. Children enjoy using natural materials to make models of volcanoes. They use their imagination well and share their ideas.

• Staff create a welcoming and friendly environment. Children are keen to talk about how much they enjoy their time at the club. They have strong relationships with staff and each other.

Older children readily support younger children with activities and everyday tasks. • Staff do not provide parents with enough information about what activities are on offer to their children. • Children do not have a wide range of opportunities to play and learn in the outdoor environment.