The Play Station

Highlights from Latest Inspection

Summary of key findings for parents

The provision is good • The well-qualified and experienced staff are passionate about their roles. They are committed to providing children with a wide range of interesting and stimulating activities from which to choose. • Children say they are very happy at the club and they settle quickly.

Staff are caring and friendly and form warm bonds with children. They join in with their play and clearly enjoy working with children. This successfully supports children's emotional well-being.

• Staff provide children with many opportunities to get fresh air and exercise and plan activities, such as ball games, that support children's coordination and large muscle control. This co...ntributes to children's physical well-being. • Staff receive good support to improve their professional development from the start.

Leaders check that learning has been shared and understood when training is completed. This helps staff at all levels to improve their personal effectiveness. • Managers and staff are positive about the improvements made to the club.

They have high expectations and successfully promote a culture of self-reflective practice and teamwork that benefits the families who attend. Self-evaluation systems take into account the views of children and parents. It is not yet outstanding because: • At times, the organisation of some daily routines, such as snack time, does not support children to be fully involved or promote their independence and free choice.

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