The Holiday Club

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

This provision is goodnChildren enjoy taking part in a wide range of activities at the club. This includes gymnastics lessons, Spanish lessons and several day trips during the holidays. They are excited to come to the club each day and take part in activities with enthusiasm.

nStaff are welcoming and caring. They know individual children well and are attentive to their needs. New children settle quickly.

Children form strong bonds with staff and are happy and confident. Younger children enjoy accessing the designated quiet area where they can take time to rest and relax. This helps them to feel safe and secure.

nChildren behave well and play harmoniously together..., taking turns and sharing equipment. Older children happily help the younger children, for example showing them how to play games and helping them to access resources.nStaff encourage children to follow their interests and make decisions about their play and activities.

Children use their imagination and creativity well and learn to think and problem-solve independently. For example, children work together to create their own 'under the sea' puppet show, making props and deciding on the storyline together.nPartnerships with parents are good.

Staff exchange information with parents daily so they are fully aware of their children's day and to provide continuity of care. Parents state that they are very happy with the care that their children receive.nThe provider and staff are committed to making ongoing improvements to the club.

They evaluate regularly to identify strengths in practice and areas for improvement. They seek feedback from parents and children and make effective changes that support the particular needs of children in their care, such as when deciding on new equipment to purchase.nAt times, staff do not ensure that younger and quieter children are able to fully participate and be engaged in activities and conversations as well as possible, particularly during free play.

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