Fun Fest Ruislip

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children arrive eagerly to the holiday club.

They speak excitedly of meeting friends they made in the summer club. Children and parents are greeted at the door by leaders who make them feel very welcome. Relationships between children and staff are very good.

Children are sociable and look forward to interesting activities.In their group-based room, children make informed choices regarding their play. They talk enthusiastically in circle time discussion about their feelings and caring for others.

Older children discuss safety rules. For example, children understand fire evacuation procedures. Children speak positi...vely about their time in the club.

They say that they enjoy sports and creative activities. The familiar routines and staff help children to feel secure and safe in these groups and they develop a sense of belonging. This is also reflected when they confidently ask to change their choice of main activity in the day.

Children enjoy a variety of outdoor fun team games throughout the week, such as dodgeball. There is a strong focus on learning cooperation and children happily follow instructions. They are very respectful of each other and the staff.

Children also have 'choice sessions' during the day and are fully able to follow their own interests. For example, children chose between making construction models or table football. Early years children show high motivation in art and craft activities.

For example, they learn new vocabulary as they collect autumn leaves outside.

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

Children share their ideas and staff listen to their suggestions about activities. Children are kind and respectful towards staff and their friends.

They take turns and share resources; minor differences are sorted quickly. Staff help children to negotiate, especially about popular resources, and the atmosphere in the club is harmonious.Children show delight in learning new skills during craft activities, often based around topics.

For example, they carefully create autumn garden models using clay and leaves to form colourful patterns and designs. Children take their artwork home and they show pride in their work.Parents share that their children love attending the holiday club.

They say that their children asked to attend the next one after enjoying stimulating experiences in the club. Parents feel that there is effective communication because staff are friendly and approachable. The club leaders build strong partnerships with parents to provide excellent support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Staff consistently praise children's efforts and achievements to help develop their confidence and self-esteem. Staff help children to recognise their feelings in a variety of ways. For example, younger children enjoy group times about what makes them feel happy.

Children enjoy being physically active. They relish the opportunity to access large climbing apparatus and balance bars.Staff supervise children carefully to help ensure their safety.

They continually support children's understanding of their personal safety. Staff give clear instructions and gentle reminders of rules and boundaries through each activity. For example, children know where to tidy equipment away after outdoor play.

Children follow good hygiene practices. They are encouraged to help each other in their self-care. Staff promote healthy eating and encourage children to develop their understanding of foods that are good for them.

Children know they need to have fruit and vegetables to stay well. Staff encourage children to have regular drinks, reminding them to stay hydrated.Leaders support staff very well with training.

There are clear roles and responsibilities that help to ensure that the club runs efficiently and safely. Staff show they are happy and confident in their work. This helps to provide a high-quality experience for the children.

Staff are skilled and knowledgeable about the club and the children. The staff team meets every morning before the children arrive to review the activities and discuss any specific needs of the children attending that day. This helps staff to be confident and to plan how to meet the needs of the children in their group.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.Staff take effective steps to keep children in their care safe from harm. Daily risk assessments enable staff to minimise potential hazards and make the premises safe for children to play in.

Clear routines are in place for keeping the premises secure. Staff understand their role in protecting children in their care from abuse and neglect. They are fully aware of the local safeguarding referral procedures and what to do if an allegation is made about a member of staff.

Leaders ensure that all staff complete training on safeguarding before they begin working in each holiday club. The director has effective recruitment procedures in place to ensure that they employ suitable people. Staff receive a full induction to inform them of the company's policies and prepare them for their roles.

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