Camp Beaumont - Ark Putney

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children are happy and settled at the camp. They greet staff with excitement as they arrive with parents. Children are very familiar with the routine of the camp.

Children wave bye to their parents at the reception desk. They are happy to see their friends, who welcome them with excitement. Children of all ages enjoy a variety of activities.

Younger children enjoy practising their physical skills. They dress up and take on the character of their favourite superhero. Staff show a genuine interest and kindness towards the children.

Young children have established close bonds with the staff. Children of mixed ages pl...ay well together after lunch. Older children are helpful and caring towards the younger ones.

For example, they help them with their artwork and ensure they have enough resources.Children listen and understand behavioural expectations well. For example, they follow instructions from staff.

They line up for head count and change in activities. Children are confident and join in chatter to staff and each other. They show they feel secure in the staff's care.

Children show positive social skills and high levels of engagement. They focus well as they play.

What does the early years setting do well and what does it need to do better?

Staff support children to be healthy and develop good hygiene practice.

Outdoor play spaces are available, and children have great fun outdoors. They enjoy the fresh air and opportunities to be physical and take part in games. Staff remind children to wash their hands before they eat.

Parents provide a healthy packed lunch. Staff remind children to top up their water bottle throughout the session. They encourage children to keep hydrated.

Children are very secure and confident in the environment. They enjoy their time at the camp. Staff know the children well and what they enjoy doing.

They are attentive and have good interactions with them. Familiar and consistent staff care for children. Staff provides good support for children's emotional well-being.

They give cuddles and reassurance when required.The manager and her team complete training. They have addressed all actions raised at the last inspection.

Management is very hands on. For example, they check staff practice and offer guidance. They complete staff professional development and ongoing support.

Staff comment that they enjoy their work.Children enjoy a range of quality resources. They take care with the toys.

Younger children show sustained concentration as they make models using large blocks. They are happy to sit in groups and use a wide selection of creative materials. Children use their imagination well as they create their crowns for a parade.

The manager and her team have established positive working relationships with parents. Staff share relevant information on collection. This helps to ensure continuity of care for the children.

Parents are positive about every aspect of the camp. They comment that staff ensure their children are safe and have fun. Parents are grateful for the support and help their children receive.

Children are very polite. They say please and thank you without prompts. Younger children are caring.

They give each other cuddles when they bump into their friends. Transition between activities is well organised, which enhances children's good behaviour.Older children are eager to take part in a mini-Olympic games.

Staff provides a good variety of resources. These promote children's interests and excitement in the games, challenging their skills. Staff show the children how to play the games and explain clear rules.

This helps children to understand safety and being aware of each other. For instance, waiting for their friends to be back at the line before the other starts to run. Staff encourage children to throw, run, jump and play together.

Staff offer children warm praise, encouragement and support their self-esteem well.Staff support children to learn about the wider world. They promote inclusion and diversity well.

Staff engage children in celebrations of different festivals through craft activities and discussions. This supports children to understand different cultures, faiths and respect for others.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

The manager and her team now have a secure understanding of how to protect children's welfare. They have addressed actions raised at the previous inspection. Therefore, priority is given to complete appropriate safeguarding training.

The team are fully up to date with the process to follow should they have a concern. This includes a sound knowledge of the whistle-blowing procedure. Staff demonstrate they have a good knowledge of abuse and the possible signs and symptoms that would cause concern that a child may be at risk.

Other aspects of child protection, such as county lines, domestic violence and the 'Prevent' duty, are also understood. Secure recruitment procedures are in place. The manager ensures the mobile policy is well implemented by staff.

They know to inform Ofsted of significant events. Staff are vigilant and complete rigorous risk assessments. All staff suitability checks are in place and a thorough induction ensures children are cared for by people suitable to do so.

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