Children’s Corner Childcare LLP (GSAL)

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children are warmly welcomed into the holiday club.

Staff know children's interests and provide activities to help them feel settled and supported in their play. Children excitedly engage in a wide range of activities, which promotes their climbing, stretching and kicking skills. They dance their way around the site as they learn to move in inventive ways.

Children's fine motor skills are encouraged as they explore a range of arts and craft materials. Children are confident in their interactions with others. The team activities provided enable children to learn how to play alongside others, sharing and taking turns.
...r/>Children know to listen when the 'club call' is sounded and their attention is required. They are aware of the basic club rules following briefing sessions and safety discussions before activities commence. Staff extend children's learning as they ask them questions to develop their thinking skills.

They encourage children to perceive risks to keep themselves safe. For example, they ensure children know about safety procedures during swimming sessions and understand the boundaries in place. Staff enable children to develop their independence skills and manage tasks for themselves.

Consequently, this raises their self-esteem.

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

Children invite staff into their imaginary play. They create castles made from cardboard boxes and allow staff in by lowering the drawbridge.

Staff support children to expand on their range of vocabulary. They ask them questions and encourage conversation as they go about their play.Staff supervise children closely when they are eating and during their play.

They closely observe children when they use the climbing equipment and resources which may carry more risk. Swimming sessions are monitored by an increased number of staff, including a lifeguard. Children learn about how to keep themselves safe on site.

They know about moving carefully around the site and know which resources are appropriate for their age. Staff ensure head counts are completed regularly.Children's behaviour is excellent.

They have a clear understanding about what is to happen next during the play session. They are frequently reminded about the rules of the setting. Children use excellent manners.

They hold the doors open for their friends and say, 'You're welcome' as they are thanked.Staff help children to learn about staying healthy. They know about healthy food choices and the importance of staying hydrated in the hot weather.

They understand that sunscreen is important.The provider supports staff development opportunities very well. Induction processes ensure all staff complete mandatory training and have access to an online training portal.

They ensure staff well-being is monitored. Staff feel valued and able to approach management should they have any concerns. The awards programme in place shines a light on staff practice and abilities.

The manager deploys staff effectively to ensure children's individual needs are met. Children who require additional help are supported by staff to ensure their holiday club experience is rewarding and enjoyable.Parents are hugely satisfied with the range of activities provided, including themed weeks.

They feel staff are warm and welcoming and value the use of the online application for sharing information and keeping them up to date with events at the holiday club.Children learn about the wider world. The focus on themed activities support them to learn about differences and diversity.

The provider's charity links enable children to communicate with other children across the world via video link and learn about other cultures.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first.

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