Shiney Row Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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108826 Unique Reference Number 07 May 2008 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 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 1989. She lives with her school aged daughter 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 has 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 on a part-time basis.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. 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 assists the children when blowing their nose and washes her hands regularly to prevent the spread of infection.

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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 Appropriate measures are put in place when children are ill as the childminder liaises with parents to ensure children’s needs are met. The childminder has an appropriate recording system in place for the administration of medication, although the fist aid qualification is not consistently maintained.

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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 satisfactory. 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. She has furniture, equipment and toys that are safe and appropriate for the needs of children. Toys are made available in the lounge and kitchen where older children are able to self select. Babies are able to select from toys made available by the childminder.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder identifies potential risks to children's safety inside her home, in the garden and when on outings. Within the home, for example, electrical wires are secured out of reach, door security enables children to be kept safe and items such as cleaning materials are made inaccessible. A fire blanket and smoke alarms are in place, and a fire evacuation plan has been considered. However, this is not regularly practised or recorded. 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 engage in appropriate play such as exploring bubbles in the water tray, carefully balancing bricks or connecting the train track. They readily seek assistance indicating their security within the setting. 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 childminder's house. The childminder

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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 is aware of the children’s developing needs and interests and uses this knowledge when caring 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. The childminder has an appropriate knowledge and awareness of the importance of treating each child with equal respect and concern. She 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

Children behave well and feel settled in the setting, as they receive warm, individual attention, which supports their emotional well-being. They learn to speak to each other in a respectful manner learning to say 'please', 'thank you' and 'you're welcome' of their own accord. Children enjoy their time with the childminder as they are familiar with the routines.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children benefit from the childminder knowing them well, understanding their differing needs and having an awareness of their home life. The childminder is aware of the benefit to children of developing 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 satisfactory. The childminder has a suitable understanding of the importance of record keeping when caring for children. Attendance registers, children’s personal details, and accident and medications records are appropriately maintained as required. Documents relating to childminding are organised, stored safely and kept available for ready reference.

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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. The home is organised to enable children to move around freely and access the toys.

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Organisation

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

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the previous inspection several actions were raised to improve the care of children. These related to the documentation associated with the provision.

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder has suitably improved her care of children as parents' contact details, accident and medication records and attendance records are now fully maintained as required. Appropriate public liability insurance has also been obtained. All required paperwork is now stored in one

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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 location and readily available for use and inspection. The certificate of registration is also now displayed enabling parents to view the conditions of registration.

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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): • complete an appropriate first aid course that includes training in first aid for infants and young children • develop fire evacuation procedures to ensure regular practise and appropriate recording

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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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