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Hop Skip and Jump Playscheme

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2023)
·St Peter's Hospital, Guildford Road, Chertsey, KT16 0PZ · Surrey
Number of places
30 places
Age range
4–5 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2023
Local authority
Surrey

About this day nursery

Hop Skip and Jump Playscheme, located in Chertsey, KT16 0PZ, provides childcare on non-domestic premises for children aged 4 to 10 years. Registered in 2003, this playscheme operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm during school holidays.

The setting received an overall "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 28th December 2023. The experienced manager is dedicated to promoting good behaviour, encouraging children to share and take turns, and providing a quiet space for emotional regulation.

The playscheme prioritises strong parent relationships, gathering information about children's interests before they start to tailor activities accordingly. There is a strong focus on children's health, offering healthy snacks and ample opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

The playscheme also has a designated mental health first aider to support both children and staff. Recent improvements to the outdoor area have significantly boosted children's engagement, with a focus on developing gross motor skills through outdoor play.

The manager consistently works to improve the club, valuing staff well-being and incorporating children's views in activity planning. The playscheme has a strong understanding of safeguarding, with staff regularly undertaking training and demonstrating a secure understanding of potential signs of abuse and neglect.

What it's like

The experienced manager at Hop Skip and Jump Playscheme promotes good behaviour by encouraging sharing and turn-taking, and supports emotional regulation with a quiet space. Staff are happy and feel valued, with a focus on their mental health and well-being. The manager prioritises building strong parent relationships and continuously improves the club, including the outdoor area, to enhance children's engagement and gross motor skill development.

Experienced managerGood behaviour promotedStrong safeguardingHealthy lifestylesValued staffOutdoor play improvements to= Valued staffOutdoor play
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hop Skip and Jump Playscheme

Last inspected 28 December 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good

What it's like to attend

The experienced manager at Hop Skip and Jump Playscheme promotes good behaviour by encouraging sharing and turn-taking, and supports emotional regulation with a quiet space. Staff are happy and feel valued, with a focus on their mental health and well-being. The manager prioritises building strong parent relationships and continuously improves the club, including the outdoor area, to enhance children's engagement and gross motor skill development.

Inspector highlights

  • The experienced manager understands how to promote children's good behaviour in the club.
  • The manager and staff have a strong understanding of their responsibility to safeguard children.
  • The manager understands the importance of teaching children about good health.
  • Staff report that they are very happy and feel valued in their roles.
  • The manager has a positive attitude to making improvements to the club.
Inspection #10305153 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The report mentions that the club has a designated mental health first aider who supports both children and staff, indicating some provision for additional needs related to mental well-being.

Outdoor space

The manager has a positive attitude to making improvements to the club, and recent enhancements to the outdoor area have significantly boosted children's engagement. Children now spend a lot of time outdoors developing their gross motor skills, suggesting a focus on physical development through outdoor play.

Inspection history

Date: June 2011

  • February 2018Good
  • January 2014Good
  • October 2012Inadequate
  • June 2011Good

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