St Margarets CofE Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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144035 Unique Reference Number 07 August 2006 Inspection date Janet Sharon Williams Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in 1994. She lives with her two grown up children in West Stockwell in the London Borough of Lambeth. The main rooms that are used for childminding are situated on the ground floor, they include the living and dining room and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for the maximum of three children at any one time, and is currently minding one child two days a week. The childminder attends local children's groups. The family have two cats.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a clean home, where good hygiene practices are used by everyone at all times, to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Children wash their hands before meals and after using the toilet. Effective procedures are in place to promote children's health and well-being. For example, written documentation for recording accidents and medication administered. The childminder also has a well stocked first aid box, to carry out the appropriate first aid in event of an emergency.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have their health and dietary needs met, because varied and nutritious meals are provided to meet individual and dietary requirements. For example, meals and snacks provided consist of a selection of fruits and vegetables, such as apples, oranges, broccoli and carrots. Drinks are offered at regular intervals and children can help themselves at any time.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children stay healthy and enjoy a range of physical outdoor activities. They are taken out several times a week to many of the carers’ and children's groups and have access to the garden, where they can have the freedom of outdoors and plenty of fresh air.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. The children are cared for in a warm, welcoming, clean and well-maintained environment. Areas accessible to the children are safe and the childminder has taken the necessary precautions to minimise accidents. For example, a stair gate is fitted at the bottom of the stairs; smoke detectors have been installed and are in working order and the garden is free of all hazards. On outings, children are strapped in their pushchair.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children have access to a good variety of resources, such as a varied range of books, a doll's house, sit and ride toys and a selection of puzzles. Children are able to independently make their own choice about their play and activities. Toys and equipment are easily accessible within the home and garden. The childminder regularly checks toys and equipment, to ensure that they are safe and in good condition. Children are kept safe and protected through the childminder's sound understanding of child protection. She has completed a child protection training course and is clear about the procedure to follow with any concerns of abuse, enabling her to assess risk and protect children.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. The children enjoy attending the provision. They settle quickly, make themselves at home and select their chosen activities from an excellent range of well-planned activities that are appropriate for their stage of development. Children independently choose their own activities. They enjoy looking at picture books, building bricks and listening to music. They also take part in a wide range of outdoor activities, which includes trips to various children's groups and the

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 park. The activities provide children with a range of experiences, which help promote their overall development.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children make positive relationships. The childminder's interaction with the children is good. She spends time talking and listening to the children, sharing books and singing songs and rhymes. Children receive lots of warmth and affection. This supports their emotional well-being and gives them confidence. Children enjoy being close with the childminder.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder keeps comprehensive written information on children's progress.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are given the opportunity to relate well to others and develop some awareness of different cultures and race, through attending groups within the diverse community. This also gives children the chance to socialise with children of similar age. However, the childminder has few toys and play materials that reflect positive images of race, religion, culture and disability.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are well behaved as they are fully stimulated and occupied. Good manners and social skills are re-enforced, with encouragement and praise having a positive impact on their overall well-being.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

All the children are valued, respected and treated as individuals. Their individual needs are well met and in agreement with the parents’ wishes. Where children with special needs are identified, the childminder would ensure she gains appropriate information from the parent and makes appropriate adaptation to meet with the child's needs. Positive partnerships have been established with parents. Effective written agreements are in place, formalising arrangements and to ensure that children are looked after in accordance to parents’ wishes. They are kept informed about their children’s progress through daily communication with the childminder.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are effectively protected and their well-being considerately promoted, because most of the relevant documentation and records are in place. This also includes information in event of a complaint being made against the childminder. However, the childminder has not obtained a Criminal Record Bureau clearance for one of her household members.

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Organisation

The childminder's ratio positively supports children's care and development. Children are cared for in a well organised environment, providing suitable areas for rest, play, sleeping and time outdoors.

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Organisation

Children are well cared for, because the childminder has undertaken additional childcare training and has put her skills and knowledge thoughtfully into practice. The childminder also has a first aid certificate for babies and young children.

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Organisation

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides care.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection, the childminder was asked to check contents of first aid box frequently and replace as necessary; improve fire safety precautions by maintaining the smoke alarm on the ground and first floor, ensuring they are in working order; make a risk assessment of garden to minimise hazards.

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Improvements since the last inspection

All have been satisfactorily addressed to provide a safe and healthy environment.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There has been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Complaints since the last inspection

The provider is required to keep record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • obtain CRB clearance for household member over the age of 16 years • improve resources and play materials that promote race, religion, culture and disability

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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