Bramhope First School

Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This document may be reproduced in whole or in part for non-commercial educational purposes, provided that the information quoted is reproduced without adaptation and the source and date of publication are stated. Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 127894 Inspection date 15/10/2008 Inspector Susan Parker

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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 registered in 2008. She lives with her husband and four children aged 21, 19, 14 and 10, in Ware, Hertfordshire. The whole of the ground floor, front bedroom and master bedroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have a pet dog.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is able to provide care each weekday during term-time and school holidays. She is registered to care for six children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and there are currently four children attending who are within this age group. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder also offers care to children aged five years to eight years. Children occupying these places share the same facilities as the children in the early years age range. There is currently one child on roll in this age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has yet to establish links with local pre-schools and schools.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the childminder provides adequately for all children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. She provides a safe and stimulating environment, supporting all children to ensure that they are included. All children are able to participate in the selection of suitable activities offered. They are making suitable progress in their learning and development because the childminder's approach to planning meets the individual needs of the children and they clearly enjoy their time with her. The childminder is beginning to evaluate her practice and through this evaluation she is beginning to recognise her strengths and areas for development. Therefore, she is able to make changes to improve the daily care and experiences for children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop links with all other settings providing for children in the EYFS  ensure that the contents of the first aid kit are suitable  impliment a self-evaluation of current practice in order to recognise strengths and areas for improvement.

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provision

The childminder has clear written policies and procedures in place which are organised to ensure that the children are safe and protected at all times. For example, she has written permission slips from parents to enable her to apply sun cream and to transport children in her vehicle. Children are learning about keeping This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 themselves safe as they learn about how to keep safe near roads. The childminder is beginning to evaluate her practice and is planning to make appropriate changes as necessary. Although, this was not in place at the time of the inspection.

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provision

The childminder's sound safeguarding policies ensure that children are protected. She completes a regular risk assessment of her home and ensures that toys and resources are suitable and safe. However, she had not checked the date of the contents of her first aid kit.

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provision

Parents and carers are encouraged to share what they know about their children. The childminder regularly discusses the children's activities and progress with parents and carers. However, she has not begun to develop links with other settings providing for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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provision

Children's individual development is documented and each child has a 'learning journey' recorded which effectively enables the childminder to monitor and develop their progress.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are supported by the childminder. She offers and provides a range of inside and outside activities including regular visits to local parent and toddler groups, and indoor soft play areas. The childminder provides a selection of resources in the home which are suitable for children's ages and stages of development. The childminder is aware of where children are in their learning and knows what to offer them in order to promote their development. Therefore, children's individual needs, their next steps and progression towards the early learning goals are met effectively.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder plans some activities for the week ahead including which groups they are going to attend. She also plans activities for older and more able children who attend before and after school. Activities and learning themes are linked with the schools and pre-school groups that the children attend. This supports a holistic approach to learning, and makes effective links. For example, children are reminded to look for the colour or number of the week throughout their games and activities. The childminder supports the children in these activities whilst also encouraging them to try things for themselves, promoting their independence. However, the childminder has not yet effectively evaluated her practice which will enable her to recognise her strengths and areas for improvement.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder ensures that all children are included and offered the same opportunities regardless of their background. She encourages children to use appropriate behaviour and has house rules in place that children are encouraged to follow. She effectively uses praise to encourage children to be kind to each other and learn right from wrong.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's health and welfare are effectively promoted as the childminder takes steps to minimise the spread of infection. They are encouraged to regularly wash their hands and together they talk about germs and being healthy. The children are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 cared for in a secure environment because the childminder has a suitable understanding of minimising risks. She carries out a regular risk assessment of her home before children arrive and checks the areas used by the children on outings. She has a clear understanding of issues relating to safeguarding children and has the relevant information and contact details for all children. 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

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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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

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

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory How well are children helped to be healthy? Satisfactory How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Satisfactory How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Satisfactory

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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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