St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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119704 Unique Reference Number 09 May 2007 Inspection date Moreen Johnson 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 inadequate - notice of action to improve. The registered person does not meet the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll. Ofsted judges that the provider remains suitable to provide care.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder registered in 1994. She lives with her husband and four children aged 16, 15, 10 and four years old. They live in Poplar in the London borough of Tower Hamlet. The areas of the childminder's home available to minded children are situated on the ground and first floor. Children have access to a playroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room and a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is available to collect children from the local schools and she attends local drop in groups on a regular basis.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

There are no children on roll. The childminder has cared for a child under five years old within the last six months.

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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. Satisfactory daily routines ensure children understand the need for good personal hygiene. Children are encouraged to wash their hands after playing outside, using the toilet and before and after eating. The childminder follows good practice such as cleaning the bathroom daily and vacuuming regularly. When preparing food, the childminder washes her hands and wears an apron.

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Helping children to be healthy

There are systems in place to keep record of accidents and giving medication. Parents sign accident records to confirm that they have been notified. They give written consent to seek emergency medical treatment. The childminder is trained in first aid and holds a current certificate. This means that children are appropriately treated in the event of an accident.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children benefit from a reasonably healthy diet. The childminder has an adequate understanding of what constitutes of healthy diet. Children's diet includes meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, bread, jam, biscuits, juice and water. The childminder ensures that children are not given fizzy drinks and they only have crisps with parents' consent.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder ensures that children's individual needs are catered for in accordance with parent’s wishes.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children have access to sufficient space which the childminder uses to meet children's needs. Suitable arrangements are made for children to sleep comfortably. Children have access to a limited selection of toys and equipment in the childminder's home. The childminder provides children with opportunities to engage in a wider range of activities by using local drop-in groups.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are cared for in a clean environment because the childminder maintains her home to a good standard of cleanliness. The childminder has an adequate awareness of how to keep children safe. However, she has not taken all the necessary precautions to keep children totally safe. For example, the fire blanket is not fitted where it is easily accessible in the event of a fire. Children have access to the bedrooms on the first floor and the cupboards in the hallway and landing.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of the appropriate precautions to take in order to protect children. This means that children's wellbeing is safeguarded. There is a system in place to record concerns. The childminder has a written procedure which is shared with parents. The childminder is aware to notify Social services and Ofsted of concerns.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Overall, children have access to a sufficient range of activities to support them in their development. The childminder provides activities such as counting, singing, listening to music,

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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 drawing, role playing and messy play. Children also have opportunities to develop their physical skills by riding bikes, running and playing football.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder adapts activities according to children's interest. This means that children have opportunities to develop their individual interests. Children benefit from a daily routine which include quiet and active periods.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children have good relationships with the childminder. She promotes children's self esteem well by giving them individual attention, talking to them and engaging in their play. Children's independence is encouraged by allowing them to choose activities. There are systems in place to record children's progress and to share the information with parents.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is inadequate. The childminder has an adequate understanding of equal opportunities and how to promote this in her practice. Children are treated equally irrespective of their colour, culture or disability. The childminder respects parents' wishes and teaches children to respect each other. The childminder has a limited selection of resources that reflects diversity.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of how to manage children's behaviour. The childminder manages children's behaviour by using methods appropriate the their age. For example, the methods such as distraction and removal from the situation are used with young children. When older children behave inappropriately, the childminder discusses the matter with them and reach an agreed resolution. The childminder uses cooling out periods as a last resort. Children are praised for good behaviour.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Partnership with parents is good. At the outset the childminder discusses children's needs with parents and sign written agreements. Information is shared with parents on a daily basis. The childminder's complaints procedure does not met with requirements. She is not aware that a written log must be kept or of the time period in which a complaint must be resolved. This is a breach of regulation.

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Organisation

The organisation is inadequate. Children are protected from visitors because the childminder provides appropriate supervision. The childminder has not ensured that all persons over the age of 16 have undergone the criminal records check. This is a breach of regulation.

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Organisation

The childminder shows a willingness to improve her practice by attending relevant courses. The childminder ensures that her registration certificate is displayed in accordance with requirement. The childminder keeps some of the required records, policies and procedures. However, the childminder does not keep records of children's attendance which is a breach of regulation.

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Organisation

Children's safety and wellbeing is not fully promoted due to breaches of regulations. Overall, evidence suggests that the childminder would not meet the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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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

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Improvements since the last inspection

Since the last inspection the provider has developed her knowledge to notify Ofsted about communicable diseases.

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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.

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Complaints since the last inspection

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 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 inadequate - notice of action to improve. The registered person does not meet the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll. Ofsted judges that the provider remains suitable to provide care.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care, the registered person must take the following actions: • ensure that written documentation of children's attendance is kept and are retained for the required period • ensure that complaints procedure meets the Ofsted's requirements • ensure that all household members over 16 years undergo enhanced CRB checks These actions are set out in a notice of action to improve and must be completed by the date specified in the notice.

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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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