Kids Kabin - Lord Deramore’s Primary School Wrap-Around Childcare Provision

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children arrive excitedly at the club. They take responsibility for their own belongings, placing their coats and school bags in the cloakroom, and eagerly greet their friends and familiar club staff.

Children sit together for a snack and share their news from the day. They are excited to share their experiences in the school's Christmas performance, and sing the songs with their friends.Staff create a well-organised environment that children access independently.

Staff take into consideration the children's different interests and needs. Children make woollen pom-poms to make snowmen and lollipop Christmas decorations wit...h various materials provided. They confidently discuss with friends what they are making and what they could add.

Children are keen to share their creations with staff and the other children. They praise each other and value others' thoughts and ideas.Children benefit from attentive staff, who are close by for support and are positive role models.

Children behave well. Children of all ages play together well. Older children include the younger children in their games, such as pool and board games.

They are caring and kind, offering encouragement and celebrating with the younger children when they win the game.

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

Before children start at the club, staff find out about their likes and dislikes from their parents and the host school. Children visit with their parents for a taster session to meet the staff.

When children start at the club, they settle quickly as they are already familiar with the staff and routines.Children have a good understanding of the club's rules and boundaries. Staff give the children polite reminders of the club rules, such as sitting nicely on chairs.

This helps children who are new to the club become familiar with behavioural expectations. Children understand that the club rules are in place to keep everyone safe. For example, they explain, 'We tell an adult when we go to the toilet, so they know where we are.'

Staff support children to learn the importance of being healthy and of following good hygiene routines. They encourage children to wash their hands regularly, and provide a range of healthy snacks for children to enjoy.Children have access to outdoor learning environments.

They access the host school's forest school site and playground. This enables children to develop their physical skills and understanding of nature. The club plans to add an outdoor canopy to provide additional shelter.

Parents are very positive about the club. They say one of its strengths is the excellent communication from staff. Parents say that, at collection time, they are always informed about what their children have enjoyed doing.

Parents comment that they would not hesitate to recommend the club to other parents.Staff have regular opportunities to access training. All staff have regular appraisals, where they can identify areas of knowledge they would like to develop.

Staff work well as a team and feel well supported. When new staff are recruited, robust induction procedures are in place.Staff form appropriate relationships with staff from the host school.

Young children have a designated key person. This helps to ensure that children's care is tailored to their individual needs, and that their ongoing development can continue to be guided by the staff at the club. In addition, staff ensure that any messages from the school are passed on to parents when they collect their children.

The manager and staff work closely together to ensure the smooth running of the club. The provider has a good awareness of the club's current strengths and where she can make further improvements. She continually evaluates the club, seeking the views of governors, parents and children.

The host school and manager plan to consult parents to explore the offer of holiday club provision.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.The club has its own secure area on the school site.

Staff are careful to check who is present as children move between school and the club at collection times. They are confident about their role and responsibility to keep children safe. Staff keep up to date with child protection training and know the expected procedures from the local authority.

They understand how to report any concerns about a child in their care or about the conduct of adults working with children. Staff are familiar with the signs and symptoms that may indicate that a child is more vulnerable or at risk of harm. Staff ensure that they assess the risks in the premises to minimise hazards.

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