Moss Hall Playcentre

Highlights from Latest Inspection

What is it like to attend this early years setting?

This provision meets requirements Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this lively, friendly playcentre, where wonderful relationships exist between children and staff. Children laugh and talk enthusiastically with staff and peers, sharing their ideas. They eagerly settle down to play with the activities and resources set out by staff, as these reflect their interests well.

Staff ensure children have the materials and tools they need to complete their chosen task. They encourage independence, and are always close by to offer help if children need it. Staff recognise the importance of allowing children to complete their activities.

Creative work is store...d so that children can continue with their project when they wish. This gives children a strong sense of belonging and pride in their achievements. Children's behaviour is impeccable.

Leaders and staff are exceptional role models who truly value and acknowledge each child. All children display high levels of self-esteem and confidence.Children know about new routines and boundaries in place due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, and they confidently follow these.

For instance, children move their hair out of the way as they arrive at the play centre to have their temperature taken. Children learn about how to keep themselves safe. For example, children follow a strict set of rules when they are toasting marshmallows over the fire pit.

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

Children have very many opportunities to build on their physical skills in the large outside spaces. They run, bounce balls and engage in a game of football in the playground. Children learn about how to lead a healthy lifestyle through the benefits of exercise, and follow good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands when they come in from outside.

Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents report how children are made to feel welcome at the club. Parents receive regular communication from the provider, and can access a good range of information available on their website.

This includes information about activities, policies and staffing.Staff ensure the environment is safe and secure. They carry out daily safety checks to ensure the club's rooms and equipment that children use are safe and fit for purpose.

The staff continually assess the risks to children during their activities. They recognise the needs and behaviours of each child in their care, and use their understanding effectively to anticipate and prevent accidents.Professional supervision by the manager means that staff meet children's needs exceptionally well.

Staff have access to a wide range of training opportunities, and regular meetings ensure excellent communication. Staff say they feel part of a strong team and that their ideas and opinions are valued. There is a great level of competence among the staff team.

The manager is highly skilled and well supported by an effective management committee. She is open to suggestions on ways to improve the play centre and works hard to keep staff and parents updated. The manager uses the views of staff, the management team and children to build changes and make improvements to the play centre.

Children enjoy taking part in creative activities. They have fun weaving baskets and making paper flowers, developing their hand muscles. Children take pride in their achievements.

This supports their self-esteem and confidence well.Children behave exceptionally well. They are kind to one another, share ideas and listen well when others are talking.

Staff are supporting children exceedingly well to have a good sense of sportsperson-like behaviour. For example, children cheer each other on while doing an obstacle course and staff celebrate a 'good game of football'.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

Managers and staff implement robust policies to help safeguard children's welfare. They have a solid understanding of child protection, including the procedures to follow if they have any concerns about a child's welfare. Staff take part in regular online training sessions to help improve their understanding of wider safeguarding issues, such as the 'Prevent' duty.

Staff carry out regular checks of all areas of the premises to remove any potential hazards to children's safety. They follow robust infection control procedures to minimise the risk of cross-infection. The provider understands the need to share relevant information with Ofsted within the required timescale.

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