Happy Days

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is good • The managers and staff team have worked well together to secure improvement since the last inspection. They are motivated and keen to maintain the good practice achieved. • Parents are kept well informed about the club and the activities on offer.

Staff use good strategies to get parents involved and to continue activities at home with their children. • There are well-established partnerships with the local schools the children attend to ensure continuity of care and to promote their welfare. Staff make the time to talk to parents and teachers to pass on any important messages about children's care and needs.

• Staff provide a broad range of art ...and craft resources for children to cut, assemble and be creative. Children show a keen interest in the natural world and living things. • Staff build close relationships with children and have a secure knowledge of their personal needs.

They regularly consult with children to find out about their interests and what they enjoy. • Staff are warm and caring towards children. They place a strong emphasis on supporting children's emotional well-being and increasing their independence.

• Staff work closely with children to help them understand the codes of behaviour in place for their safety and well-being. • The managers do not consistently use incisive professional development opportunities to help raise the quality of interaction and play experiences even further. • On occasions, staff miss opportunities to encourage all children to take part in activities regardless of their gender.