Kiki’s Out Of Schools Club

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children arrive at the club happily and settle very quickly. Staff greet the children warmly and children are excited to see them and share news with them about their day. Children build extremely positive relationships with the staff and each other, which helps them to feel secure.

Staff support children's confidence and self-esteem well. They praise their efforts and achievements. Staff regularly seek children's views.

For instance, there is a suggestion box that is checked regularly, and their views are also gained through questionnaires. Children comment that they feel listened to and valued. Children behave extremely ...well.

They are polite and considerate towards each other. Children have a good understanding of the staff's high expectations for their conduct and behaviour. For example, they show good table manners during mealtimes and listen well to instructions.

Children form strong friendships with one another and learn the importance of turn taking. For instance, they play together in large groups to play card games. Staff support children in a calm manner to overcome any disagreements and children learn to consider the feelings of others.

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

The provider, who is also the manager, is extremely passionate about providing the highest quality care. The staff team have a shared vision to provide a club where children feel safe and happy. This is evident throughout the club and is supported through children's comments that they love attending the club and know who to talk to if they need help.

Children choose from a range of resources and activities. They are encouraged to follow their interests and take part in a range of fun activities. Many children enjoy outdoor play and physical activities, such as football.

Staff benefit from regular meetings and supervision. This provides opportunities to discuss any issues and share good practice. Staff attend regular mandatory training.

The manager would now like to focus professional development on developing staff practice to an even higher level.Staff encourage children to be highly independent. They follow good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands when entering the club and before eating.

Children prepare their snack and clear away after themselves. Mealtimes are a social occasion, where children and staff come together. Staff support children to learn about the importance of healthy eating and provide nutritious snack options.

Parents speak very highly of the club. They say that staff put the children at the heart of everything they do. Parents appreciate that the staff regularly ask for their feedback and act on any suggestions quickly.

They are happy that their children have a very safe and stimulating place to play.Children clearly enjoy their time at the club. They are thoroughly engaged in activities throughout the session.

For instance, children spend prolonged periods of time creating artwork from different materials. Children also persevere and show good problem-solving skills as they connect wires to make a working radio.Children benefit from the strong links between the club and the school.

Staff communicate effectively with teachers about what has happened during the school day. They regularly meet to discuss children's needs and how they can support the children with what they are learning at school and homework.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Staff are fully committed to ensuring children are safe. They have a secure knowledge of signs and symptoms of abuse and know who to report concerns to if they arise. Staff also have a good understanding of broader safeguarding issues and are aware of signs of potentially extreme behaviours.

Robust recruitment and induction procedures are in place to help ensure staff suitability. Risk assessment procedures are thorough. Staff check the environment before children attend and take steps to minimise risks when necessary.

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