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Junior Activity Scheme # Junior Activity Scheme Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2023) · Richmond Hill School, Sunridge Avenue, LUTON, LU2 7JL · Luton Number of places 20 places Age range 3–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Luton About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Junior Activity Scheme, established in 2014, provides outstanding care for children aged 3 to 9 years old in Luton. The scheme operates during one week of the summer holidays, from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Children are greeted by attentive staff who deeply understand their individual needs, fostering independence and freedom to explore. The curriculum offers a wide range of activities that cater to diverse interests and talents, encouraging confident choices. Staff meticulously plan and gather comprehensive information from parents and other professionals to ensure highly personalised teaching and learning, supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including those with autism. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff demonstrating a clear understanding of how to protect children, including non-verbal children, using methods like social stories and anxiety body maps. The extensive grounds offer exciting outdoor opportunities for climbing, running, swinging, and even a bouncy castle and zip line, helping children build confidence and courage with staff support. What it's like Children at Junior Activity Scheme shine and are greeted by attentive staff who have a deep understanding of their needs. They explore the environment with independence and freedom, supported by unobtrusive one-to-one carers. A wide range of activities support their interests and talents, encouraging confident choices. Outstanding overall effectiveness Highly personalised learning Strong SEND provision Extensive outdoor play Passionate leadership Secure attachments ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.aboutearlyyears.co.uk/contact/) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Junior Activity Scheme Last inspected 25 July 2023 · Clare Ford Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children at Junior Activity Scheme shine and are greeted by attentive staff who have a deep understanding of their needs. They explore the environment with independence and freedom, supported by unobtrusive one-to-one carers. A wide range of activities support their interests and talents, encouraging confident choices. Inspector highlights - Children form incredibly secure attachments with their one-to-one carers due to meticulous advance planning and deep staff knowledge of their individual needs, ensuring highly personalised teaching and learning. - Staff use extensive information to provide a wholly enjoyable and positive experience, carrying essential items like profile cards and "now-and-next" visuals, and understanding how to help children find focus when overwhelmed. - Children receive the highest form of support in managing their behaviour, with staff attuned to signs of overwhelm and taking swift, sensitive steps to reduce anxiety. - The scheme provides wonderful opportunities to understand the community through visits and expertly planned community-based trips. - The inspirational manager leads with incredible passion and drive, providing life-transforming experiences for children and their families, with scrupulous planning and organisation, and extensive use of feedback and reflection to drive continuous improvements. Inspection #10276609 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226934) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Junior Activity Scheme Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10276609 Lead inspector Clare Ford Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226934)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY477670) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Richmond Hill School, Sunridge Avenue, LUTON, LU2 7JL [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.41033/51.89114/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near LUTON - [Day nurseries in LUTON](/search?q=LUTON) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=junior-activity-scheme-lu2-7jl-ey477670) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "They feel fortunate to have a space at the scheme." > "They value the experiences it provides for their children." > "They would be lost without the scheme and their children simply would not have a summer without it." > "They feel thankful for the respite it provides, with the reassurance that their children are safe, secure and most of all, happy." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have a deep understanding of children's needs, including comprehensive information gathered from parents, settings and other professionals involved with the families. Safeguarding arrangements are effective, and staff demonstrate a clear understanding of how to protect children with special educational needs and/or disabilities from harm, including helping non-verbal children share concerns using social stories and anxiety body maps. The scheme provides care for children with autism. Outdoor space The extensive grounds provide opportunities for children to climb, run and swing. Children enjoy the bouncy castle and glide along the zip line, building confidence and courage with staff support. Inspection history Date: July 2016 - July 2023 Outstanding - July 2017 Outstanding - July 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Junior Activity Scheme ### What is Junior Activity Scheme's Ofsted rating? ### Does Junior Activity Scheme accept funded hours? ### What age range does Junior Activity Scheme cater for? ### What support does Junior Activity Scheme offer for children with SEND? ### When was Junior Activity Scheme established? ### What kind of outdoor activities are available at Junior Activity Scheme? ### What are parents saying about Junior Activity Scheme? ### What are the operating hours for Junior Activity Scheme? ## About the setting Junior Activity Scheme registered in 2014 and is based in Luton. It is run by Autism Bedfordshire. The scheme employs 36 members of childcare staff, with many holding appropriate qualifications. The scheme operates from 9.30am to 3pm during one week of the summer holidays, providing care for children with autism. 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