Winterbourne Earls Primary School's after school club, Fox Cubs, has been praised by Ofsted for providing an environment the children love.
The report of the inspection that took place in early June and published on July 11th praised many aspects of the club with no negative comments.
The club has been providing breakfast and afterschool care for Winterbourne Earls Primary School since January 2022.
It is staffed by TAs and other school staff and has strong bonds with the primary school leadership team, providing a seamless transition between the school day and after-school club.
Although it works closely with the school, it runs as a separate business and is registered with Ofsted separately.
It said, "This is a unique after-school club, as the staff also work in the school the children attend. This means the staff know all the children extremely well. The staff are welcoming and carefully create an atmosphere distinct from the school day. The friendly, family ethos makes a culture for children to thrive in and have fun.
"Children take an active role in choosing which resources the club provides. The
staff set up activities based on the children's likes and interests. Children are
continuously engaged in their chosen play. They are relaxed, confident and polite.
"The staff and the children created the club rules together. As a result, all the
children value and respect them. For example, they know where they can play with balls, the boundaries for outdoor play, and to be kind to each other. Children's behaviour is excellent.
"They play well together and make up games. They take turns and listen to each other. The children say, 'they love the after-school club, and the staff care about their well-being'."
The report also praised the children: "Older children enjoy having opportunities to develop their talents and take on responsibilities. For example, they help with setting up new games, such as 'Pop Up Panda'. Others have created a parent handbook for new children joining the club."
The full report can be read here - https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50252224
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