Red Rose Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number 114008 Inspection date 15 June 2005 Inspector Chris Mackinnon

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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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 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 four children aged between 12 and 17 years in a house on a farm near Henfield, West Sussex. The lounge, kitchen-diner and a separate play room are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding five children, three aged under two years, one under five and one five plus. The childminder takes and collects from local schools and attends toddler groups. She also visits nearby play areas.

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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 The family have numerous pets and animals including a dog, cat, guinea pigs and rabbits, ponies and horses.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are protected from illness and infection by the childminder's consistent and well organised hygiene routines. Children's independence is developed when using the toilet and children learn how to wash and stay clean, supported by the childminder's frequent attention to their cleanliness. Children's exposure to infection is well safeguarded by the childminder who has experience of children's illnesses. Children learn about the importance of a healthy diet and children enjoy and share new foods and taste experiences. Older children learn how to plan and make healthy meals. The childminder has an awareness of foods that may cause allergies and careful monitoring ensures children are suitably protected. Children have good opportunities for exercise and fresh air. Nature walks and trips to local play areas contributes to their good health Children's daily care activities are shared with parents. Individual children's growth

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Helping children to be healthy

and health needs are carefully considered by the childminder, who works in close partnership with parents, resulting in effective support for children with developmental concerns.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are kept safe within the home and outdoors, due to the childminder's good awareness of safety and effective range of safety precautions. Children learn about road safety and are kept safe when in contact with animals, through the childminder's close supervision. Children learn to play safely with others. Children can choose from an extensive range of play and learning resources, enabling them to make their own decisions about their play activities. Younger children explore a stimulating range of tactile toys and interactive play items. Children create and construct with a generous supply of art-craft materials and have good access to books and reading materials. Children are safeguarded by appropriate fire safety precautions within the home. A range of clear and detailed safety guidance policies, produced by the childminder, protect children's safety when in the car and on outings. The childminder has a

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

knowledge of child protection procedures and is aware of her responsibilities in safeguarding children's welfare.

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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 Children are happy and eager to access resources in well prepared child play areas within the home. Children's use of words is effectively encouraged and many reading opportunities are provided. Children explore counting, colours and shapes during a broad range of well planned and stimulating play activities. A good variety of taste and tactile experiences are provided for younger children. Children have fun with inventive role-play activities. Many varied and inventive art-craft activities are provided to challenge children and extend their learning. Children gain physical confidence with outdoor games and activities and outings to play areas. Children are encouraged to explore and develop an interest in the natural world. Children learn about the weather and seasons and how to care for animals.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children play and interact well together and become motivated and confident learners. Children are helped to achieve and extend their play with well organised activities that reflect the childminder's knowledge and experience of children's development.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are happy and feel secure in the childminder's home. Children develop stable relationships with others and benefit from the childminder's frequent praise and encouragement. The childminder sets clear and consistent boundaries and children learn what is acceptable behaviour. Children learn to share and are positively encouraged to be aware of the needs of others. The childminder is committed to providing a fully inclusive service and has experience of caring for children with special needs. Children's individual development needs are effectively supported and parents are informed verbally of children's daily care and progress. Children acquire a good understanding of nature and livings things. Children learn about where they live, but there are insufficient resources to help them develop an awareness of differences and other cultures. Consequently, children's growing awareness of the wider world is

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children benefit from clear daily routines and planned activities, which helps them to feel secure and welcome. Children have access to well organised play areas, they explore resources easily and take an active part in activities. A broad range of suitable play and learning resources are in place to effectively promote children's care and welfare. Children's enjoyment and achievement is successfully supported by the childminder who has an approved childcare qualification and a sound knowledge and understanding of child development. The childminder also has appropriate first aid training to work with children. The childminder has established positive working relationships with parents, who

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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 have access to a full range of clearly written policies and guidance material. Children's growth and development is observed and carefully considered by the childminder, but there is lack of recorded information on individual children's learning progress. Parents are therefore not fully involved in their children's achievements. Overall the provision meets the needs of all the children attending.

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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): • develop children's access to resources that reflect differences and cultural diversity • improve records of individual children's progress and achievement

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements 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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