Shiney Row Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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108826 Unique Reference Number 08 November 2007 Inspection date Karen Louise Prager 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.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since 1989. She lives with her child aged nine years in the centre of Swindon. The childminder’s home is within easy walking distance of shops, community facilities and parks. There is good access to local bus routes. The whole of the house is available for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family have no pets.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for five children under eight years of age and is currently caring for three pre-school children part time.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is inadequate. The childminder has a sufficient understanding of suitable procedures to follow to promote children’s good health, by ensuring that positive steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. For example, the childminder washes her hands after changing a nappy and the home is regularly cleaned. Appropriate measures are put in place when children are ill as the childminder liaises with parents to ensure children’s needs are met. However the childminder

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Helping children to be healthy

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 has not maintained any records to indicate whether or not she has given any medication to children, in line with requirements of the National Standards. This puts children's health at risk.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder ensures that food and drink for children is adequate and adequately prepared, offering snacks to the children after school. Children’s dietary needs are met as the childminder talks regularly with parents. This means that she complies with children’s dietary and religious requirements.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children are helped to lead a healthy lifestyle as they have regular opportunities to play outside in the small garden. They enjoy further fresh air and vigorous activity when they visit local play areas.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is inadequate. The childminder does not do all she might to keep children safe. No suitable record of children's attendance is kept, which is a breach of the requirements of the National Standards. Therefore, there is no historical record of children's attendance in the event of an emergency. The childminder does not have public liability insurance cover. Therefore, the care of children is compromised with regard to their safety

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are cared for in a homely, well maintained, environment. The childminder demonstrates an awareness of how to ensure the environment is made welcoming to children. The childminder has furniture, equipment and toys that are safe and appropriate for the needs of children. Toys are made available in the lounge where children are able to self select.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder identifies some potential risks to children's safety inside her home, in the garden and when on outings. Newly installed smoke alarms are in place, wires secured out of reach and items such as cleaning materials are made inaccessible. Children play safely in the garden as the childminder supervises them closely and on outings children learn to cross roads safely.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a sufficient knowledge of child protection procedures approved by the Local Safeguarding Children Board and is aware of her responsibility to protect the welfare of the children. Parents are also made aware of this responsibility when their children start attending.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children appear settled and secure within the provision. Babies are given time to explore toys on their own and also receive individual time with the childminder when they enjoy cuddles and conversation. Older children make decisions for themselves regarding the resources they wish to explore. They use their imaginations when engaging in pretend play with the dolls. Children also enjoy relaxing when they watch television or read a book with the childminder.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of how individual children, develop and learn. She provides a variety of activities for the children based on their stage of development. Children benefit from the warm relationship the childminder has with them. Relationships are relaxed and friendly, with children clearly feeling at home in the childminders’ house. The childminder is aware of the children’s developing needs and interests and uses this knowledge when caring

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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 for the children. Visits around the locality and to the shopping area in the centre of town provide opportunities for children to make connections with their home life. Children experience appropriate routines to meet their welfare needs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children benefit from the childminder knowing them well, understanding their differing needs and having an awareness of their home backgrounds. The childminder has an appropriate knowledge and awareness of the importance of treating each child with equal respect and concern. The childminder is aware that some children may have learning difficulties or disabilities, and understands the importance of working in partnership with parents and with other professionals to promote the welfare and development of the child.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of the need to develop a strong partnership with parents, taking into account their differing needs. Children benefit from the positive rapport that exists between the parents and childminder. The childminder shows a willingness and commitment to working with parents to manage children’s behaviour in a consistent way which promotes the child’s welfare and development. Children are helped to develop caring and co-operative relationships as they play together.

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Organisation

The organisation is inadequate. The childminder has a poor understanding of the importance of record keeping when caring for children. Attendance registers, children’s personal details, and accident and medications records are not consistently maintained. Documents relating to childminding are disorganised and not kept available for ready reference or made readily available for inspection and is not kept for the appropriate length of time. This compromises children’s safety and welfare and does not meet regulatory requirements. The childminder’s certificate of registration is not displayed which is a breach of the condition of her registration. Children are at risk as a result of parents' inability to check registration status and conditions.

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Organisation

The childminder understands the importance of organising space and resources to meet the needs of the children. She maintains appropriate child to adult ratios which ensures that children are happy and settled. Children benefit from organised routines which allow for regular meals, rest and play.

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Organisation

The childminder does not meet the needs of the children for whom she provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the previous inspection several areas of improvement were recognised. Knowledge of first aid was improved through attending an approved first aid course. The childminder has devised and practised an emergency escape plan. New smoke alarms have been fitted and the childminder ensures the safety of electrical leads and garden furniture. These adjustments to safety issues has increased the level of protection provided for children.

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Improvements 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

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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.

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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: • maintain a record of the parent's name, home address and telephone number • ensure an appropriate record is maintained, signed by parents, of any accidents • ensure a daily record is maintained of the names of children looked after on the premises and their hours of attendance • ensure that a record is maintained of any medication administered • ensure that all records relating to childminding activities are readily accessible, available for inspection at all times and maintained for the appropriate amount of time • ensure public liability insurance is obtained. 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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