Wixams Tree Primary Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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143926 Unique Reference Number 22 November 2007 Inspection date Janet Sharon Williams 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 outstanding. 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 has been registered since 1999. She lives with her husband and two children aged 13 and 11 years in Tulse Hill in the London Borough of Lambeth. The living room, playroom, kitchen and toilet with wash facilities on the ground floor are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for five children at any one time and is currently minding three children. She regularly attends childminder groups, children centres, local parks and the toy library.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is outstanding. Children are cared for in a very clean home where excellent hygiene habits are promoted to avoid cross contamination. They learn about why it is important to wash your hands before all meals. Comprehensive written policies are in place to promote children's health and well being, such as a list of infectious diseases noted with the incubation period. Thorough procedures are

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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 in place for recording accidents and incidents, all medication administered has been recorded and parents have been asked to sign the details on collection of their child.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children are provided with highly nutritious meals each day. They learn about healthy eating and how fruits and vegetables are good for them. Menu plans include recipes to explain to the children how some meals are made. The childminder keeps extensive records each day of what the children have to eat and their information sheet includes any special dietary needs and requirement. Drinks are offered regularly, older children can help themselves to one at any time and considerations are given for babies.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children have excessive physical exercise where they are taken out daily to the local park and children's centres where they are able to run freely and make use of climbing apparatus. In addition they are also able to use the garden area, where they can manoeuvre, sit and ride toys and have fresh air. All in which contributes to their healthy lifestyle.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is outstanding. Children are cared for in an exceedingly safe and secure home where excellent safety precautions have been taken to minimise accidents. For example, sockets not in use are covered, there is a smoke detector on each floor and the stairs and kitchen are inaccessible to the children. There is also a very good fire evacuation procedure in place, children frequently practise the fire drill and know what to do in event of a fire. They also had a visit from a fire officer and enjoyed sitting in a fire engine. All in which contributes to children keeping themselves safe.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

There is lots of space for children to move around freely and flourish comfortably. Toys and equipment are resourceful and easily accessible for children to help themselves independently, for example, drawing and colouring materials, puzzles, books, farm animals, musical toys, activity centres, dolls, soft toys and a play house. Each day the home is pre arranged to provide a stimulating self motivating learning environment for all children being cared for. Rooms used for childminding are well organised providing for sleep and active play.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are well protected through the childminder's comprehensive knowledge on child protection. She has completed a child protection training course and her written policies and procedures extend fully what she would do in event of a child being at risk. They also clearly follow the local authority guidelines on safeguarding children.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is outstanding. Children have their individual needs met. They have access to an excellent range of resources indoors and out which allows them to thrive, use their imagination creatively and learn excessively through all areas of learning. Written activity plans clearly demonstrate a stimulating learning environment for all children being cared for. Activities provided, many are theme related allowing children for fun and interesting learning opportunities. Children gain knowledge about different fruits, the childminder takes the children shopping and they purchase tropical and seasonal fruits and return to the home environment to select and taste various ones. The childminder spends quality time talking to the children, when reading a story, she asks them open ended question to make them think. All in which contributes to their listening and language skills. Children have many chances to participate in art and craft work, which is displayed around

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

the home, such as cutting, sticking and creating collage designs. They are extremely motivated,

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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 able to make their own choice about what they want to do. For example, children initiate their own play, role play acting out being a post master, post mark letters and put them in the toy post box.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The children have a excellent relationship with the childminder, they enjoy being close to her. She uses the Birth to three matters when planning her care learning and play with the children, which contributes to a healthy child, building their self esteem and confidence. Children are taken out each day to many of the local children’s groups, which gives them many opportunities to meet and socialise with their peers and meet other adults. They also benefit through trips to farms, museums and other places of interest. All in which contributes their learning and development.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children's progress reports clearly demonstrate how they are progressing. Their care, learning and play is consistent and adaptable to ensure that their needs are met considerably and effectively.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is outstanding. Children have many opportunities to learn about race, religion and disability. They have access to an exceptional range of resources and play materials, such as books, puzzles, dressing up clothes and dolls. In addition they acknowledge many of the festivity events, for example, they make masks for Chinese New Year and for the Ede celebration their hands are painted with henna. The childminder also talks to the children about people who are disabled, such as why they are in a wheel chair. All in which extends children's knowledge and understanding on equality of opportunities.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder is very much aware that some children may have learning difficulties or disabilities, for example a hearing or speech impairment and not physically developing according to their age and stage of development. She is prepared to address any concerns by sensitively talking to parents, providing committed support and seeking any professional advice from the local special educational needs co-ordinator to promote children's well being.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave extremely well through being fully occupied and the childminder is an excellent role model, through her calm and relaxed manner. Good behaviour is promoted through consistently praising the children and giving them a reward. Behaviour management is discussed with parents and the childminder’s comprehensive written policy explains how children are encouraged to be nice to each other, share and not to hurt anyone.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has an excellent relationship with the parents. Information is shared with them daily, verbally and also in writing. This includes what the children have done and meals they have had throughout the day. Written terms of agreements are also in place, this formalises the arrangements between the childminder and parents. The childminder also has a comprehensive complaints procedure in place which includes Ofsted's details, such as the address and telephone number.

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Organisation

The organisation is outstanding. Children are cared for in an environment where exceedingly excellent practices are put into place. The home is organised providing many opportunities for the children to develop and

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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 learn through play. The childminder provides the children with a highly active play environment indoors and out.

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Organisation

All of the mandatory policies and procedures are exceptionally well written, clear, consistent and well maintained to promote the well being and care of children. They promote equality of opportunities, health and safety, sickness procedures, progressing through play and managing children's behaviour in a positive manner. Records are maintained which includes achievement reports on the children being cared for, which demonstrate the commitment in providing quality care in promoting the individual needs of children.

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Organisation

The childminder meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides care.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last Children Act inspection the childminder was asked to ensure all sockets not in use are covered. This has satisfactorily been addressed.

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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 outstanding. 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

No recommendations for improvement are made because the quality and standards of care are outstanding.

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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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