Ormiston NEW Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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145134 Unique Reference Number 21 June 2006 Inspection date Jan Healy 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 satisfactory. 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 registered in 1998. She lives with her husband, one adult child, one teenager and her mother, who acts as her assistant, in the town of Warminster, West Wiltshire. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding, with the children visiting the first floor for sleep, rest and to use the bathroom. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family own two cats and one dog.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, and is currently caring for five children, two aged five years, one aged four, a three year old, and a baby of one year.

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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 satisfactory. Children benefit from the childminder's sound knowledge of health and hygiene. She maintains a clean and tidy home, so babies and toddlers are able to crawl in safety. A rota is in place, to ensure toys and dressing up clothes are maintained to a suitable standard. Paper tissues are available for children to use, which are disposed of after one use. Adequate hand washing routines are in place, to help prevent the spread of cross infection, with all children having the use of one towel to dry their hands. The childminder has a current first aid certificate, and is able to deal with an emergency adequately. A first aid box is replenished when necessary, to ensure items are available for the event of an accident. Any medication administered is recorded to protect children's good health.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have access to a fully enclosed outdoor play area, where they participate in physical activities, such as enhancing their physical skills on a climbing frame. They are occasionally taken to local parks, where children engage in active play, running, skipping, learning to hop and to balance on the available equipment.

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Helping children to be healthy

Food is prepared and served hygienically, to prevent children from becoming ill. Information is gathered from parents, to ensure children are provided with a healthy diet, one which gives consideration to their religious requirements. The childminder also requests information with regard to whether children have any food intolerances or allergies, and ensures food swapping does not take place, so children remain healthy.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder greets children and parents warmly upon arrival, making for a pleasant and happy atmosphere. A playroom is prepared for children, containing jigsaws, construction and a train track, which children practise increasing their small muscles and dexterity, by interlocking the pieces together. The home is bright and airy, with windows being opened in the summer months to keep children cool, and heating adjusted in the winter months so children play in comfort. The childminder is able to communicate easily with parents, as she has a landline telephone in full working order, and is able to access emergency services at all times.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Toys and equipment are easily accessed, as they are stored within children's reach. A suitable dining room table and chairs provides children comfort when eating meals and when engaging in table top toys. There are enough toys for children to play with, which are in safe condition. Toys are age appropriate, and children are interested in what is available, helping to further their learning and development.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has sufficient knowledge with regard to safety, as she stores sharp objects out of children's reach. Dangerous substances, such as bleach are stored in a cupboard that children are unable to access. Windows are fitted with safety glass and locks, to help keep children safe. A lock fitted to the bathroom door can be opened from the outside, preventing

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 children from locking themselves inside. The outdoor area is fully enclosed, and boundaries are secure and in good repair, so children are unable to leave the premises unsupervised. The childminder is aware of all the plants and flowers in the garden, removing any that are potentially dangerous.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has adequate knowledge about child protection, keeping written information within easy reach, such as the telephone number and address of her nearest social service office. She shares a supportive relationship with the parents, and is confident to request information about how a particular injury occurred. However, she does not retain a record of existing injuries, which may help in identifying a cause for concern. She is aware of the procedure to follow in the event of an allegation of abuse being made about her or about a member of her family.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are making sufficient progress in their learning. They participate in a reasonable range of activities in a safe and supportive environment. Children engage in play opportunities both indoors and outdoors, for example, indoors, they interlock jigsaws, helping to enhance their hand and eye coordination and dexterity. They look at the pictures in books, learning to turn the pages one at a time. They couple carriages on a train track and sort a variety of shapes. Outdoors, they learn about their local environment, by visiting the local park and a tropical park, learning about nature and living things. The children share an affectionate relationship with the childminder, with whom they are confident, enjoying praise and encouragement when displaying desirable behaviour. The childminder responds to babies' gestures and sounds, talking to them and encouraging a response.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice is in place for all children, as they are treated as individuals, are valued and their contributions are respected. Written information is requested from parents, such as children's dietary requirements, skin care, likes and dislikes, so the childminder is able to provide for their needs. A fair amount of positive images of culture can be found in books, so children learn about similarities and differences. Boys and girls are able to access all the toys, and are encouraged to be kind to each other, helping children to feel good about themselves.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has experience of working with children who have a learning disability. She works in partnership with parents, keeping written details, about how she can best provide the support required. Furniture is moved if a child is in need of more space to play, and toys are within their reach. She is a gentle and warm person, and is able to understand the trauma a parent feels, when their child is diagnosed with a disability, and so is very supportive and active in seeking knowledge about how she can help.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The children benefit, as the childminder manages positive behaviour consistently, to help raise children's self-esteem and confidence. Children learn right from wrong, such as not to throw

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Helping children make a positive contribution

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 toys, and an explanation is given as to why. Wanted behaviour is readily praised, whilst unwanted behaviour is ignored as far as possible, so children are not provided attention. If the behaviour continues, they are distracted or given time away to calm down. The childminder is aware of age appropriate behaviour, for example, temper tantrums, which are dealt with sensitively.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder and parents share a professional and friendly relationship, built on trust and partnership. A contract is agreed between both parties, and parents are provided verbal information about the setting, for example, procedures and policies. A daily diary contains information about what the child has participated in during the day, what they have eaten and whether they have slept, keeping parents informed about their child's activities during their stay.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder has sound knowledge and understanding about the National Standards and about child development, helping her to provide a reasonable range of activities for children, both indoors and when playing in the garden. Her assistant is suitable to work with children, as she is aware of her responsibility to establish her suitability. The children are supervised at all times, when indoors, to ensure their safety, and when on outings, to protect them from adults who are not vetted.

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Organisation

The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides. Good use is made of the space available, so the children are able to sleep, rest and play in comfort. An attendance register is accurate, up-to-date and includes the times of children's arrival and departure, so adult to child ratios are maintained, aiding children to feel supported and secure.

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Organisation

All records are kept up-to-date, are available for inspection, and are stored securely and confidentially. The childminder is aware to inform Ofsted about any significant changes. Written permission is in place, for example, to administer medication to children, to ensure their good health.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the previous inspection, the childminder was requested to seek written permission from parents to seek emergency medical treatment or advice, which she has done, to ensure children's good health. She was requested to consider keeping developmental records, and now keeps a daily diary, writing relevant information about what each child has achieved each day. A written agreement has now been established, that sets out the expectations of both parties as to the care of the child, activities provided and business arrangements, so parents and childminder work in partnership.

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Complaints since the last inspection

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

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Complaints since the last inspection

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 provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other that 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 satisfactory. 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): • consider providing more hygienic hand drying facilities for children • keep a record of existing injuries

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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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