Alma Park Kids Club

Communication: Staff work closely with parents, who appreciate the flexible childcare provided and speak highly of the club.

Community Building: Staff and parents have forged highly effective partnerships. Parents' comments include 'my child does not want to come home'.

Programs and Resources: All children, including those with special educational needs, are welcomed and included. Activities are adapted so children can actively participate.

Staff Training: Staff receive appropriate training and have recently included sign language to enhance communication with children.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Managers and staff have excellent relationships with children, ensuring they are happy and settled.

Safeguarding Training: Staff have updated their policies to include a lockdown procedure, keep child protection knowledge up to date, and all are qualified to administer first aid.

Play and Learning Integration: Children's transitions from school into the club are managed very well. Children adhere to rules such as wearing high-visibility jackets when playing outside.

Transition to Primary School: The club provides continuity in children's care and learning by working in partnership with local schools.

Diversity Management: Children learn about differences and festivals such as Chinese New Year, Ramadan, and Christmas, fostering an inclusive environment.

Child Safety Management: Staff talk to children about e-safety and how to keep themselves safe online. They complete risk assessments and supervise children at all times.

Children's Safety and Security: Children are supervised at all times. Policies include a lockdown procedure for additional safety measures.

Teaching Personal Safety: Staff ensure safety by updating policies and talking to children about e-safety. All staff are qualified in first aid.

Happiness and Settling: Children thoroughly enjoy their time at this vibrant club and are eager to join in various activities.

Nutritional Menu: Children have designed the snack menu, which includes healthy foods such as hummus and wholemeal pitta bread. Children are highly independent in preparing their snacks.