Bonneygrove Junior School

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Unique reference number 129119 Inspection date 11/12/2008 Inspector Hilary Preece

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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 1994 and works together with her husband who is also a registered childminder. She lives with her husband and two adult children in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. There is level access to the front door and the whole of the house is used for childminding with access to the bathroom and sleeping facilities on the first floor. There is a secure garden for outside play. The family has a pet dog, hamster and goldfish.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of four children under eight years when working alone and eight under eight years when working together with another childminder. There are currently six children on roll in the early years age range who attend at varying times throughout the week. The childminder is registered to provide overnight care for two children. The childminder is also registered on the shared care scheme to provide respite care to children.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

All children are welcomed and respected as individuals and effective strategies are used in order to meet their individual needs. Parents are encouraged, for instance, to share aspects of their culture, faith or language with the setting in order for the childminder to develop understanding of their needs and support children in making good progress in their learning and development. Children's welfare is promoted very well through efficient organisation and good use of staff resources. There are some effective policies, procedures and record-keeping systems that ensure children are well cared for, although some do not yet fully meet requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the organisation of children's records of learning and development to ensure they reflect the Early Years Foundation Stage and provide parents with regular opportunities to add to records.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 maintain a record of the risk assessment showing the particular aspects checked, when and by whom, and make sure risk assessments are carried out for each type of outing. 31/12/2008 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder and her co-childminder share a common sense of purpose in promoting children's welfare and helping children make progress. The setting runs very well on a day-to-day basis because both childminders manage their time and resources well. For example, a flexible approach allows a child to remain at home with the childminder to sleep whilst another child enjoys a walk to the park with the co-childminder. This means children's differing needs can be met effectively. Strong teamwork is evident throughout the setting. Roles are clearly understood and responsibilities delegated in order to best use their individual strengths. For example, the childminder uses her practical skills to plan the creative activities that children take part in whilst her co-childminder uses his organisational skills to manage the business arrangements. Records, policies and procedures that promote positive outcomes for children are shared and generally well maintained

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provision

by both childminders. The childminder has effectively addressed previous recommendations and identified further areas for development. She updates her knowledge and skills through attending training workshops which has a positive impact on the welfare, care and safety of the children. This indicates there is an effective system to monitor and evaluate the provision to ensure future improvements can be made.

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provision

Children's welfare is promoted well. The childminder protects children from harm or neglect because there are safe vetting procedures for all adults who regularly have contact with the children, and she has a secure understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures and how to recognise signs and symptoms of abuse. Regular safety checks are made on the premises and children are carefully supervised on outings to ensure they remain safe. However, these risk assessments are not recorded which means there is no written evidence to show how robust the procedure is.

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provision

Partnerships with parents and links with other agencies and settings are strong. Good communication is encouraged to find out as much as possible about children and their needs and parents are kept informed about their children's care and progress through discussion and photographs. For example, photographs are presented to parents at regular intervals on digital discs and they are also available in a beautifully presented album so that all parents can share the experiences their children have. An informative website is also available to parents to provide additional information about some key policies and procedures. The setting makes sure there is effective communication with other settings children attend so that they can support children's learning and development by continuing with particular learning topics and themes. Arrangements may also be made with parents as required to accompany children to any health appointments. This provides valuable

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder successfully promotes children's welfare, learning and development. Children learn to take responsibility for their own safety and that of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 others when playing with toys. They understand they must be careful when playing with small items that could be harmful to very young children. They learn to keep themselves healthy through eating nutritious meals and snacks, enjoying regular fresh air and exercise and learning about the effect of germs on their health through meaningful activities and routines. Children participate in positive ways to the setting. They contribute their ideas when setting up new hand- washing systems and make decisions about what they want to play with or which craft activity to do. They learn to share and become aware of the needs of others through playing and socialising together in group activities and on outings.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children explore diversity and differences, and overcome any personal difficulties, because there are opportunities to discuss and share their experiences and beliefs with others.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder recognises that each child is unique and understands their individual needs, which are considered when planning activities, resources and experiences. Simple observations and assessments about children's welfare, learning and development are kept as part of the childminder's general daily records. Currently the format used to record these observations does not have regard for the areas of learning and development in the Early Years Foundation Stage, making it difficult to track the progress children are making towards the early learning goals, and organisation of records makes it difficult to share them with children and parents.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are independent and confident in their surroundings. The childminder has high expectations for children's achievements because she believes in their capabilities. For example, a child successfully manages to put on his shoes without help and manages to complete a complex jigsaw puzzle because he is continually encouraged to succeed. All children are included in activities because there is a range of resources, such as puzzles, that are appropriate for their stage of development and provide challenge. Children make good progress in their communication, language and literacy because conversation and questioning to encourage critical thinking are part of the daily routine. They begin to link letters to sounds because the childminder talks about this when helping children complete an alphabet puzzle. Children's numeracy is developed through play as they match colours and numbers on the Thomas the Tank Engine trains or count as they climb

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

the stairs. Children explore information and communication technology (ICT) when playing with electronic learning toys or games. All these skills contribute to the foundations for children's later learning. 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? 2 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 2 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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