Parkside Primary School

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Unique reference number 143355 Inspection date 09/12/2008 Inspector Kerry Iden

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2000 and lives with her own two children, who both attend school full-time. They live in a terraced property in a residential area of Portsmouth. The property is on a main bus route, with a bus stop outside the home, enabling easy access. Local pre-schools, schools and parks are also within walking distance. Most areas of the property are registered for childminding, although children generally use the dedicated playroom. Children have easy access to a fully enclosed garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of five children at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age group. She currently cares for five children on a part-time basis. She is also registered to care for two children overnight.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is an accredited network childminder with a level 3 qualification in Early Years and Childcare. She is a member of the National Childminding Association and is also a support childminder to new childminders.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are extremely happy and well settled with a childminder who provides inspirational childcare. The childminder's clear understanding of their individual needs greatly contributes to the excellent progress they are making in their learning and development. The childminder works with each individual family and adapts activities and experiences to offer all children a very inclusive environment where every child matters. The children quite clearly adore their childminder who works so hard to ensure continuous improvement within the setting and her knowledge.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 develop systems in order to share information with other settings about children's progress towards the early learning goals

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provision

Children are very well cared for in an environment where a lot of thought has gone into making it safe, secure and stimulating for them all. Ratios are adhered to at all times and children are very well safeguarded as they are never left alone with unvetted people. The childminder has undertaken safeguarding training and has a clear understanding of the procedures to follow should she have concerns about This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children's welfare. The children greatly benefit from the childminder's good organisational skills, which are shown throughout her planning and assessment and are effectively used to help children be fully involved in the wide range of activities on offer. She also promotes a highly effective partnership with parents. Parents are able to clearly see the progress that their children are making through their 'learning journey' books, which include photographs of the children and

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provision

provide a lot of detail about their individual achievements. However, systems are not yet fully in place for sharing information with other settings the children may attend. Parents are able to contribute as the childminder evaluates the feedback from the questionnaires she gives to them all. Glowing written references from parents and touching letters of thanks show their incredibly high levels of satisfaction with the childminder's ability to care for and educate their children. The childminder's self-evaluation shows that she constantly reviews her practice and shows a commitment to training by attending a wide range of courses and workshops. She then effectively uses her new knowledge to adapt her setting to ensure improvement is ongoing and beneficial to the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Both the home and the childminder are warm and welcoming. Children have the dedicated attention of the childminder throughout their time within the setting. She has an expert knowledge of how to turn each activity into a learning experience that covers many areas of learning whilst still being great fun for the children. The excellent knowledge that the childminder has about each child as an individual greatly contributes to the rapid progress they make in their learning and development in relation to their starting points and individual capabilities. The childminder knows the children well and understands their individual needs at any given point during the day. For example, as children tire towards the end of the morning, she suggests story time. This is a really wonderful time, as the childminder and the two children snuggle up on the sofa in the lounge. The childminder speaks softly as she reads the story to the children while they enjoy a

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

cuddle. At other times throughout the morning, children beam with pride as the childminder enthusiastically praises them for their efforts, for example, in the Christmas presents they make for their parents. Children respond to the praise with loveable hugs for their childminder as they select their reward stickers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children love the singing time in the playroom when the childminder lays out the laminated cards she has made that illustrate different songs. Children choose songs and, together with the childminder, they sing and complete actions around the room. This is extended with taped music. Children are encouraged to use the musical instruments as they sing and listen to the beat of the music. Children have many opportunities to practise emergent writing while using the AquaDraw mat and the computer and during many craft activities. Daily reports are sent home to parents; the children are encouraged to write a message on the back for Mummy as the childminder and the child sit together and recall the events of the morning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has devised and expertly implemented very effective planning to help her to meet the developmental needs of the children. Her systematic approach to planning and assessment helps her identify at a glance any areas of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 learning being missed by individual children. Her exciting plans of activities, outings and special events are displayed for the parents to see so they know what their children will be learning about and participating in. Additional social outings and events are organised for parents and previously minded children who still regularly return to visit. Frequent quality observations are recorded to assess what children can already do and what they will be offered next to ensure they make progress at their own speed to reach their full potential.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

All the required documentation is in place to promote the welfare of the children. The childminder has devised a very informative portfolio for parents, which gives good quality information about all aspects of her provision. The written policies and procedures reflect what goes on in her setting, and have all been updated to reflect the new statutory requirements. This complements the exceptionally high quality of care and education that the children receive, which gives them an excellent start and promotes positive outcomes. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough

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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? 1 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

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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