Funtasia Kids Clubs Limited- St Johns

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children arrive at the club happy and excited to see their friends. They are welcomed by warm and friendly staff. Children eagerly speak about their day in school and talk about what they are going to do at the club today.

They sit and listen attentively to staff as they take the register. Children join the activities they want to take part in, and become engaged in their play. There is lots of back-and-forth conversation among the children and staff.

This supports children to express themselves confidently. Children demonstrate good levels of self-esteem as they share their feelings with staff. They behave well and use th...eir manners impeccably.

Staff have high expectations for children. This supports children to develop skills such as resilience and independence. Children have a go and keep on trying if they encounter difficulties.

Staff are supportive and nurturing. This encourages children to develop high levels of concentration and participation. Children are safe in this club.

They take an active role in carrying out risk assessments for the environment and activities. Children show high levels of understanding of risk and how to manage this appropriately, including how to keep themselves safe while using electronic devices.

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

Staff create a warm and inviting space for children.

They take time to get to know children and their individual needs. Staff have created a cosy area where children can come to relax, which gives children a sense of calm and helps them learn how to self-regulate their actions. This has a positive impact on children's behaviour.

Children enjoy making vegetable soup with staff. They start by discussing the risk assessment for the activity, and older children write this down. During the activity, children frequently revisit the risk assessment to remind themselves of the potential hazards and the steps they agreed to take to keep themselves safe.

Staff talk to children about the ingredients, introducing children to different foods. Children safely and independently use knives to chop the vegetables. Children take real pride in their work and show high levels of involvement.

Staff support children's communication and language development incredibly well. They continuously interact with children. Staff and children engage in meaningful discussions and show each other mutual respect.

Children learn new words which helps their growing vocabularies. Staff encourage children to think critically and test out their ideas. This supports children to develop positive attitudes towards their own development.

Children are kind and caring to each other. Older children support younger children to learn new skills. They model how to cut vegetables while making the soup.

This supports younger children to develop their confidence and try new experiences. Children share, take turns, and wait patiently for their friends to have a go. They celebrate each other's achievements and offer each other encouragement.

Children learn about similarities and differences. They explore different cultures and ways of life, and learn about the diverse world around them in fun ways. Children understand and celebrate what makes them unique.

This supports them to value themselves and others.Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities incredibly well. They gather valuable information from parents prior to children starting and work in partnership with school to ensure they are providing the best possible care for children.

Consequently, children settle very quickly and thrive.Parents speak very highly of the club and staff. They comment on how much their children love to come to the club.

Parents feel staff communicate exceptionally well with them, going 'above and beyond' to answer parents' queries and reassure them. Parents comment that this is an 'invaluable service'.Leaders support staff incredibly well.

Staff are dedicated to their continuous professional development. They are enthusiastic and motivated to attend training courses and share their new knowledge with the team. This ensures that children are receiving the highest standard of care.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.Staff and the designated safeguarding lead have a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding. The provider ensures that this is kept up to date by carrying out regular quizzes with staff.

Staff are aware of the possible signs and symptoms of abuse. The designated safeguarding lead has a good knowledge and understanding of how to report concerns about the welfare of children. Staff are trained in paediatric first aid, which they administer appropriately in the event of an accident or injury.

There are effective risk assessments in place, including 'children's risk assessments,' which are carried out by children prior to activities such as cooking. Staff carry out regular checks of the indoor and outdoor environment to ensure that it is safe for children. There is an emergency evacuation procedure in place; this is understood and practised with children on a regular basis.

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