Eastwood Village Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number 140378 Inspection date 02 November 2005 Inspector Sandra Wickham

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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 has been registered since 1980. She lives with her adult son children. In Tottenham, the London borough of Haringey, close to local shops and schools. Areas to be accessible for childminding are the ground floor back room, kitchen, first floor toilet and bathroom and the garden. The family have one cat. The childminder currently has two children on roll who are of pre-school age.

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PROVISION

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's health needs are being promoted because the childminder meets all regulations with regard to maintaining accident and medication records. Children are generally well nourished because the childminder meets parental wishes. Younger children's independence skills are being fully promoted because the childminder encourages children to take part in setting the table for lunch, and making mealtimes. This is an opportunity to help children to enjoy food and become independent at feeding themselves. Children have regular access to physical play opportunities both indoors and outdoors, because the childminder takes children to local parks and toddler groups. Young children's physical skills are improving well as they enjoy pulling themselves up to stand on their feet or crawl around to investigate the toys and equipment. Children's individual rest needs are met and children are able to rest safely and

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Helping children to be healthy

comfortably in the childminder's care. Children can expect to be responded to appropriately in the event of an accident or emergency as the childminder holds a current first aid certificate, has a good range of first aid supplies that are easily accessible on the premises, and has appropriate emergency contingency plans in place. The childminder has agreed to develop her practice with information available from Birth to Three Matters.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are able to move around safely, freely and independently. Children are freely able to select activities from a wide range of good quality toys and equipment, which meet safety standards. Children are becoming aware of how to keep themselves safe as the childminder gives gentle guidance about tidying toys away so no one falls over them. They also discuss the emergency evacuation procedures. Children are secure and confident in the environment. The childminder takes steps to reduce childrens access to hazards on the premises. Although an item of furniture was not secure, which could compromise children's safety. The childminder has a secure understanding of child protection procedures, having undertaken training and assessments on this topic. Children are protected by her knowledge of possible signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect, and the childminder is aware of the relevant

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are well settled at the childminders house and make themselves at home. They relate well to each other. Children are very independent as they chose their own activities from the various range of toys nearby. The children are able to access all the resources easily. The childminder knows the children well. She makes sure the resources provide children with sufficient challenge to stimulate their creative

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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 needs and sensors, and encourages children to learn words and meaning by effective interaction in response to rhymes and games. The children spend their time purposefully. They enjoy exploring and investigating the many varied toys and resources which contribute to their creativity and stage of development. They are able to mirror the childminder by clapping their hands together and smiling with contentment with her when she sings nursery rhymes.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children learn about cultural and racial diversity, gender and disability through the meaningful range of resources and activities. Children become aware of their differing backgrounds, and learn to value and respect these differences. Children feel valued and respected. Their individual needs and family backgrounds are known and effectively met, for example, birthdays are celebrated with a party. Children are pleased when they receive praise from the childminder when they join in clapping their hands together or hold their feeding cup or select resources by themselves. This enhances their self esteem and encourages them to try new challenges and make progress. Good partnerships with parents ensure children are consistently cared for, both at home and when with the childminder, for example, when encouraging young children to be confident on their feet. Children behave very well with the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children feel settled and comfortable. They have time to relax as well as be active.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children are happy and at ease in the well-organised, child-centred environment. Space and resources are presented in a such a way whereby children can confidently initiate and extend their own play and learning. They can participate in a group activity, for example, listening to nursery rhymes, or they can choose to play independently with the easily accessible play and learning resources. The childminder is extending her own learning on caring for children, and is developing her practice to promote the welfare, care and learning of children. The childminder ensures daily dialogue is exchanged with parents regarding children's development. This all contributes to continuity in the children's care. Good planning systems are in place which keep children healthy and safe, and enables them to make good progress in all areas of their development. The setting is meeting the needs of all the

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder has develop her systems for storing all children's records in a confidential manner. The childminder ensures all relevant information is contained in the accident and medication records, and keeps a daily attendance register, of children's arrival and departure times.

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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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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): • improve systems for risk assessment of furniture and resources to make sure children's safety is not compromised

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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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