Little Robins At Lingham

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children are very happy and enjoy attending the club after a busy day in school. Staff help to provide a relaxed, safe environment and greet children warmly when they arrive. This supports children to settle quickly and feel secure.

Staff provide lots of opportunities for discussion and encourage children to share information about their day. For example, they talk about upcoming exams and discuss topics they are learning about at school. Staff help to support children's developing skills, such as writing sentences and naming sounds.

Staff attend to the needs of younger children well and ensure they are familiar with the c...lub's routines, including where to hang their coats and bags. Children have access to a good range of resources and opportunities to be independent. Children say they enjoy taking part in group activities, such as crafts, role play and games.

Staff act as positive role models and set high expectations for behaviour. They encourage children to contribute to the club's rules and plan lots of opportunities for discussions and group activities. For example, during a dough-making activity, staff support children to work together and wait their turn.

Children show a good ability to play cooperatively, share and listen to others.

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

Staff have formed close bonds with the children who attend the club. They get to know them and find out about their current hobbies and interests.

This supports children to feel valued, safe and secure.Children are provided with a range of healthy snacks and food. Staff encourage children to try new different fruits and vegetables and talk to them about healthy choices.

They encourage children to be independent and serve their own snacks and drinks. Children are keen to help with tasks and enjoy clearing their dishes away when finished.Children have good opportunities to be physically active and play outdoors.

They enjoy climbing and balancing on the equipment and playing games with friends. The club has a good range of resources to support children's interests in sporting activities, such as football.Staff plan a range of interesting and diverse experiences for children to take part in.

They are flexible to children's needs and consider their interests when planning activities. For example, they encourage children to add suggestions to the ideas book and change resources based on what children like. Managers include children in self-evaluation and discuss aspects of the club they would like to enhance, such as a cosy area for reading and chatting with friends.

Partnerships with parents are good. Staff provide them with regular feedback and information about key events. This helps to provide good continuity in children's care.

Parents are very complimentary about the club and happy with the range of activities on offer.Children have opportunities to develop their understanding of diversity and the wider world. The club uses a range of books to promote discussions and celebrate important events with children, such as Remembrance Day.

Staff support children's emotional well-being effectively and encourage positive relationships. For example, they speak to children about kindness and encourage them to treat each other with respect. Older children are keen to support younger children and assist them with tasks.

This helps to support children's developing friendships and confidence.The manager reflects on the quality of the provision and considers changes she would like to make. For example, she has introduced newsletters to help provide parents with more information about the club's activities.

Children are encouraged to share feedback and make suggestions about future improvements.The manager has good systems in place to support staff and guide practice. Staff attend regular supervision meetings and have opportunities to complete training online.

This helps to support staffs' mental well-being and develop their knowledge and skills.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.Staff are aware of their responsibilities to keep children safe.

They have a clear understanding of the club's safeguarding procedures and how to report any concerns about children's safety or welfare. All staff complete child protection training as part of their induction and display a good understanding of safeguarding issues. Staff plan a range of activities and involve children in discussions about personal safety.

For example, they talk about the dangers of fireworks and safety in the home. Managers share regular updates, policies and any changes in guidance. This helps staff to develop their knowledge of safeguarding issues, such as extremism and online safety.

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