St Andrew's Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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132479 Unique Reference Number 30 April 2008 Inspection date Mary Holt 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 satisfactory. 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 1994, she lives with her two adult children aged 23 and 21 years old and her one and a half year old granddaughter.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The family live in a three bedroom house situated in a residential area of Canning Town, London E16 which is within the London borough of Newham. The premises are within walking distance of local schools, shops, parks and public transport.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

Although the whole of the property is registered, childminding mainly takes place on the ground floor. A fully enclosed garden is available for outside play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children aged under eight years. She is currently caring for four children in total, two aged one and a half years old on a full time basis, and two aged five years old on a part time basis before and after school.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 good. Children are cared for in a clean, hygienic childminding home. Their good health is promoted well. Areas where children eat, sleep and play are cleaned every day. The childminder cleans her nappy changing mat with an anti-bacterial spray before and after each use. Young children learn about the importance of personal hygiene through the childminder's effective daily routines, they see her washing her hands before preparing their food and after changing nappies. First aid arrangements for children are good. The childminder has completed a relevant first aid training course, to ensure her knowledge of first aid procedures is up-to-date and she can deal with an accident appropriately. She also keeps a well stocked first aid box.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder has a sound knowledge and understanding of the nutritional needs of children. She stores, prepares and heats foods appropriately. The children are offered drinks of water and fruit juice frequently during the day, to ensure they do not get dehydrated. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children's individual dietary needs are met.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy indoor and outdoor activities each day, which allow them to be active, further develop their physical skills and enjoy being out in the fresh air. Young children are taken out for walks every day. Suitable arrangements are in place to allow children to quietly and comfortably sleep when they are tired. The childminder recognises the signs of tiredness in younger children and acts on this knowledge to make sure they have appropriate periods of rest and activity.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a secure and safe environment. They have access to a good range of age appropriate, safe and suitable play resources. The childminder checks these regularly to make sure these remain in good condition. Children are kept safe on outings. Young children are secured appropriately in a buggy. Older children know they must hold onto the buggy or the childminder's hand when out walking. The children understand that the green man at the pedestrian crossing means it is safe to cross the road after you have looked both ways. Suitable vetting and child protection procedures are in place to protect children's welfare.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Daily checks of her home and garden by the childminder and her good supervision of children help ensure they are protected from harm. Children have ample room to play, a quiet place to rest and a comfortable area to enjoy meals. Appropriate safety measures are in place to protect children, including stair gates, cupboard locks and plug socket covers. Fire safety arrangements are good, The childminder provides a smoke alarm at each level of her house to enable her to evacuate children quickly. She also keeps a fire blanket mounted on the wall in the kitchen, this means that she is able to access the blanket quickly and easily in an emergency situation.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are settled and secure in the childminder's care and enjoy the play opportunities she provides. Her settling in procedures work well and ensure children receive the support they

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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 need to move between home and a new environment. This and the childminder's warm, caring manner help children to feel comfortable and at ease.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children have access to a good range of toys, books and play resources, including paper, crayons, puzzles and construction kits. The childminder increases her play equipment according to the ages and interests of the children she minds. Young children have good opportunities to explore using all their senses. They look at, feel and shake musical instruments and activity toys. The childminder encourages children's very early communication skills by listening to them carefully and echoing the words they use. She sings and talks to them and they respond by laughing and clapping.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder has a good understanding of child development and gives children the support they need to make progress in their learning and develop new skills.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued and respected as individuals and have good opportunities to learn about themselves and the wider world. Children have access to a suitable range of play resources designed to develop their understanding of diversity; including books, puzzles, dolls and play people. They explore their local community as they walk to and from school. Children's behaviour is managed appropriately. The childminder is a positive role model and treats children with care and respect. She ensures children know what is expected of them, for example they know they must walk sensibly near busy roads.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder is keen to develop close links with parents and ensure children's care is consistent. Financial and care arrangements are agreed and confirmed through the use of written contracts between the childminder and parents. The childminder makes parents welcome in her home. She discusses the children's progress with parents each day, this contributes considerably to children's well-being while in the care of the childminder.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children have warm, trusting relationships with the childminder and are settled and secure in her care. They benefit from her commitment to working in partnership with parents, to ensure she knows them well as individuals and their care is consistent. Children enjoy the good range of play experiences she provides, including resources that help children to explore diversity.

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Organisation

Children are cared for in a secure and safe environment. She meets children's health needs appropriately. All the required documentation is appropriately maintained, up-to-date and stored securely. This supports children's welfare as the childminder can find the documentation she needs quickly and easily.

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Organisation

However, the childminder was unaware of her responsibility to inform Ofsted of any significant events, for example the birth of her granddaughter and the fact that she lived on the registered premises.

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Organisation

The childminder meets 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

At the last inspection visit the childminder received one recommendation regarding obtaining written parental permission to seek urgent medical advice or treatment.

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Improvements since the last inspection

This issue was addressed immediately, the childminder has this written parental permission in place for all children that she currently cares for.

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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 satisfactory. 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): • ensure Ofsted are informed of significant changes

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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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