Hindsford CofE Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 106441 Inspection date 10/11/2009 Inspector Barbara Walters

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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 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.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 1989. She lives with her husband and their daughter in the St. George area of Bristol. The whole of the property is used for childminding with the exception of the annex and there is a large fully enclosed garden suitable for outdoor play. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. The childminder jointly works with her husband.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding four children in this age group who attend on a full-time basis. The childminder also cares for children over eight years of age. The childminder walks or uses a vehicle to go to the local school to take and collect children. She takes children to the toddler group, local library, park, gym and swimming pool. The family have a pet cat, dog and chickens. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She has gained the National Nursery Examination Board qualification.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder and her husband have good knowledge of how to identify the individual needs of children in their care so that their learning and welfare needs are effectively promoted. They build good relationships with parents and other settings, which supports children in making good progress in all areas of their learning. Children are effectively helped to be safe and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. The childminder and her husband have the capacity to self-evaluate the practice with the children and strive towards constant improvement for their benefit.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the observation and assessment system so that it identifies more clearly children's individual learning priorities and share these with other providers who deliver the EYFS framework.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with her husband to provide a stimulating environment in which all children play and learn. Policies and procedures help to promote the welfare and well being of the children in their care and underpin everyday practice. The childminder clearly identifies areas for improvement as she and her husband continually monitor and evaluate each activity for individual This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children to make sure they are meeting their learning needs. She continues to improve her practice by taking advantage of available training, bringing back knowledge gained to improve outcomes for children. The childminder has a good knowledge of child protection and makes sure that children are closely supervised when in the presence of other adults. She shows a good understanding of what she would do if she has concerns about a child in her care, which further promotes

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the early years provision

Parents are pleased with the care the childminder and her husband provide and appreciate their support. The childminder works closely with parents to provide continuity of care and security for the children. On-going discussions and the opportunity to share children’s developmental records each day ensure parents are kept informed of their child’s progress in order for them to be able to support children appropriately at home. The childminder has established close links with other settings who deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure she is able to complement children’s care and learning. Systems to share the assessment of children’s progress have yet to be fully established. The childminder organises areas within her home very well to support children’s learning. Children have access to a wide range of toys and natural resources which are easily accessible in low units and extend their play opportunities. Children learn about where they live

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the early years provision

through regular use of the local facilities such as the library, park, gym and swimming pool.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good understanding of child development and how to meet children’s individual needs through care and learning. Children are engaged in a range of stimulating activities that capture their interest and appropriately challenge them. For example, children explore a variety of vegetables in the water play area, exploring which vegetable will float or sink and which one is heavy or light. The childminder interacts warmly with the children and involves them in purposeful discussions to encourage their understanding. They begin to learn about size, shape and using appropriate language when comparing the vegetables. The childminder makes sure her house and resources are interesting, attractive and accessible to every child. For example, children create freely using a wide range of materials such as feathers, glitter, different sorts of paper and felts which they can independently access.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses lots of praise and encouragement to build on children’s confidence and self-esteem. Weekly swimming sessions and outings to the local gym where there is large and small play equipment give the children plenty of opportunity for a range of different exercises and to develop their physical skills. Written plans are linked to the six areas of learning and the childminder is clear about what children can learn from each activity. Written observations are in place and the childminder knows the children well and is able to move them on in their learning. However, observations and assessments are not fully developed to consistently identify children’s individual learning priorities. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children develop a good understanding of where foods come from and how to eat healthy. They explore the life cycle of Chirpy the chicken and pick their own apples

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and outcomes for children

to eat. The childminder provides home cooked meals and a range of healthy snacks, encouraging child to develop healthy eating practices. Children follow good routines such as washing their hands well before eating. Ongoing explanations from the childminder about safety issues help children to begin to understand how to keep themselves safe. For example, they understand the reason why they must sit to the table carefully. Children are settled and secure. The childminder offers good explanations to help children to learn right from wrong and self-discipline. For example, they are gently reminded not to throw the sand and help to sweep it up. Children benefit from the calm atmosphere of the childminder's home and as a result, they behave well and have a strong sense of belonging. Children have a positive attitude towards each others differences through the childminder valuing children’s home backgrounds and setting a good example of showing respect for

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and outcomes for children

each other. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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Stage

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

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