Jumping Jacks Before and Afterschool Club

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Staff are friendly and patient and have a lovely rapport with the children. Children eagerly enter the club and interact easily with the staff, telling them about their day or their weekend plans.

Staff consult with children to gather their opinions about the resources they would like and the games and activities they want to take part in. They provide opportunities for children to explore quiet activities, such as reading books, sensory play, or jigsaws. There are also opportunities for large-scale physical activities, such as ball games or ring games like duck-duck-goose.

Staff have established routines, there are bounda...ries in place and behaviour expectations are clear. Children know what to do as soon as they arrive in club and they are comfortable in their surroundings. Leaders and staff teach children about manners and behaviour and encourage politeness and respect.

They support children in learning about and celebrating events that are important to them, such as Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter and birthdays. Leaders also introduce children to 'Awareness Days', and cultural and religious festivals and celebrations to raise their awareness of the world around them.

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

Leaders and staff forge links with the school that children attend.

They work alongside staff in the early years foundation stage to produce a termly overview of children's development and any areas of concern. Leaders use this information to plan opportunities and activities to support the children's learning and interests while at the club.Staff promote positive and respectful interactions between children.

They use distraction techniques when they notice disruptions or disagreements to prevent any behaviour escalating. Leaders remind children of club rules, such as keeping their hands and feet to themselves. They use praise and positive reinforcement to encourage good behaviour.

Staff talk to children about road safety. They use the road crossings near school to teach children the importance of using the Green Cross Code and to look, listen and pay attention, when walking to and from school. Staff speak to children about issues such as bullying and online safety.

They teach them to respect each other, both face-to-face, and in online communities via gaming sites, to help keep them safe in the community and wider world.Staff discuss any allergies and/or medical needs before children start. They co-ordinate any needs with school and parents, and ensure any messages or information is passed on whenever necessary.

Staff carry out parent questionnaires to gather opinions and suggestions. They use this information to help them to plan future activities for the club and to consult on parents views.Staff have implemented a new healthy eating policy within the setting.

Children can choose from healthy cereals, toast and spreads, or fruit for breakfast and enjoy healthy, nutritious meals after school. They have reduced sugary snacks and meals, and are offering children water and more choice of fruit and vegetables, as well as teaching them about making healthy choices.Leaders provide effective recruitment of new members of staff to ensure their suitability for the role.

They provide access to mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid and safeguarding, as well as access to courses to support their ongoing professional development. This enables staff to learn about new initiatives and develop their skills in teaching, learning and communication.Staff encourage children to do things for themselves.

When they arrive at the club, children hang up their own coats and belongings before going off to play. If they want different resources out, staff encourage children to self-select and help set up their own choice of activity. Leaders also encourage children to manage their own personal hygiene, including washing hands before snack and after using the toilet.

This encourages children to develop independence and autonomy.

Safeguarding

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