Barracudas

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • Children demonstrate that they feel exceptionally safe and secure in the welcoming environment that staff create. They confidently speak to authorised visitors about the exciting activities they have participated in and invite them to join in their play. • The highly qualified staff team inspires children to build on their understanding of a healthy lifestyle and the impact of exercise of their body.

Following a music and movement session, children learn about how blood carries oxygen around their body. They assess how their heart rate has changed following exercise. • Staff provide a rich range of activities and experiences.

Children express a ke...en interest in the building work being carried out on the premises. Staff make the most of this spontaneous event. Children observe the different types of construction vehicles and talk about why the builders need to use a range of materials for different purposes.

• The management team strives for excellence and continuously reflects on the service the camp provides. It actively seeks the views of staff, children and parents. Good practice from other camps within the group is shared with staff daily.

This helps to introduce new ideas and activities. It is not yet outstanding because: • Staff do not consistently fully inform all parents about their children's achievements and the range of planned activities on offer in advance. • Occasionally, staff do not fully consider the needs of all children when planning sport activities to provide them with very good opportunities to take part.

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