Cupernham Junior School

Inspection report for early years provision

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115944 Unique Reference Number 08 November 2006 Inspection date Jane Nelson 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 was registered in 1989. She lives with her husband, their adult son and 15 year old son in a house in Isleworth, Middlesex. The living room and kitchen are on the ground floor, and a bedroom on the first floor of the premises are used for childminding. There is access to an enclosed garden at the rear of the premises for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children at any one time and is currently caring for three children under five years, two of whom attend on a part time basis. The childminder regularly visits local resources for under fives with the children and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 and well maintained home, where they see good hygiene procedures being followed. The childminder's written sickness policy and good hygiene practices limits the spread of infection to children. For example she encourages a child to put their hand in front of their mouth when coughing and wipes their hands with a wet wipe before and after eating.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have access to regular drinks and healthy snacks. They help themselves to drinks from individual drinking cups, which are on a low table and put them back when they have finished drinking. A child enjoys shaking his cup up and down to see how much drink is left and if any liquid will come out. Parents provide their children's main meal with the childminder providing healthy snacks of fresh fruit. The information obtained from parents means that the childminder is aware of children's individual eating patterns, routines and any dietary needs.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have good opportunities for daily exercise and physical play which encourages their good health. They have access to wheeled toys and bikes in the childminder's garden, and regularly visit the local park where they use the climbing equipment. They enjoy visits to a local soft play area and regularly visit local parents and toddler groups where they have opportunities for physical play.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a safe and secure home, where safety precautions, thorough risk assessments and close supervision are used well to minimise risks to children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children have access to well organised space where they can play safely. They are able to help themselves to a selection of well organised play materials from low storage boxes and use equipment safely on the floor or a low table. Further equipment is stored safely in an outdoor shed. Appropriate equipment is provided for children to eat, play and rest in safety. Equipment and play materials are in good condition and any broken equipment is repaired or discarded, meaning children can use equipment and play with toys safely.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children gain an awareness of their own safety being reminded to be careful during play and with each other. Children's safety is protected when out with the childminder, by careful supervision and her awareness of venues she is visiting with children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder's evacuation procedure means that plans are in place to evacuate children safely in the event of an emergency.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children's welfare is protected by the childminder's awareness of child protection issues. She has attended training in this area to increase her knowledge and awareness.

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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

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children have access to a good range of activities, play materials and experiences, which encourages their development, while in the childminder's care. They have opportunities to socialise in a group, and enjoy creative activities when visiting local drop in's and parents and toddler groups. They enjoy regular visits to local resources such as a soft play area and the local park, and regularly meet up with other childminder's and their children. Children enjoy planned outings, such as a recent trip to Chessington World of Adventures.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care, they enjoy close and affectionate interaction with the childminder. Children receive cuddles and have a quiet time when waking from a sleep. Children have fun joining in a song, they sit on the childminder's lap and sing 'row, row, row your boat' while rocking. They help themselves to a selection of toys and play equipment from easily accessible storage boxes, which are rotated regularly to provide a variety of play materials. They enjoy exploring push button toys, listening to noises and watching how the lids pop up.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children's individual routines are well known and followed, which encourages their feelings of security and familiarity. The childminder talks about what each of the children like to do, and their routines and sleeping preferences. One child has lunch after the other children, as they were asleep at lunch time.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children have good opportunities to learn about differences and experience diversity through a range of experiences such as celebrating different festivals at the local drop in centre. They have access to resources such as books, dolls and puzzles that reflect different cultures and abilities, which promote positive images. Children's individual needs are well known and taken into account when planning the daily routine.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are learning to play together and that they need to be kind to each other. A child is encouraged to apologise and give a hug to another child, when they inadvertently bump them. They are learning, with the childminder's support, to take turns and wait until someone has finished with a toy for their turn. Children's achievements are valued and praised which encourages their self confidence.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Good relationships and communication between the childminder and parents mean that children receive continuity of the care they receive at home which helps them feel secure. Individual scrap books with photographs and details of what children do during their time with the childminder are maintained and given to parents when their child leaves. Photographs are shared regularly with parents. Some of the childminder's polices are in writing which provides good information for parents, however there is no method in place to record complaints.

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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

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder's written records are stored securely. They are clear, well organised and contain the necessary information to ensure children's needs are met. Some written polices are in place and provide information for parents. A complaints log is not in place and the childminder's registration certificate is not on display. Regulations are not being fully met, as suitability checks have not been completed for the childminder's 17 year old son.

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Organisation

The childminder has a strong commitment to increasing and updating her child care knowledge, and regularly attending training provided by the local authority. The childminder is meeting the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection the childminder agreed to develop her knowledge and understanding of child protection issues and ensure that children have an appropriate range of activities and resources that promote equality of opportunity with particular reference to children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder has attended training in child protection and has increased her understanding of issues that would cause concern and actions to take if she has concerns, which means children's welfare is protected. The childminder has increased her selection of resources that reflect different abilities and families, which increases opportunities for children to learn about diversity.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards. 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 then 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):

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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 • make sure registration certificate is displayed • provide and maintain a complaints log • ensure a process is in place to make sure all persons living on the premises over 16 years of age have completed the necessary suitability checks.

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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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