Atlas Camps Stroud

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is outstanding • The director monitors staff extremely well.

He provides robust induction and continuing professional development opportunities, which support staff to develop their skills further and help them to plan effectively for children's interests and needs. Children are very motivated and eager to take part in activities. • The director's enthusiasm and passion for providing high-quality camps are also reflected by the staff.

They constantly seek ways to improve the experiences of the children and their families. They make excellent use of feedback from parents, children and other staff to make changes. For example, the camp manager uses 'choosing ...cards' for the children to add their ideas to the play activities.

Children develop high self-esteem and confidence. • Staff praise children's efforts and celebrate children's achievements. They share these effectively with parents, especially when children learn new skills.

Staff use the information extremely well to plan highly challenging activities. Children show great levels of concentration and engagement with activities. • Staff are excellent role models.

They help children to manage feelings, work cooperatively with others and keep themselves safe. Children's behaviour is exceptional. • Staff know children exceptionally well and ensure they know children's names to welcome them warmly to the camp.

Children settle rapidly and confidently explore the activities and resources. • Staff set up different play spaces superbly to enhance the choice of experiences for the children, including climbing equipment, craft activities, group games and quiet times. Children are highly confident in making decisions about their play.

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