Green Lane Primary Academy

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Unique reference number 136326 Inspection date 14/07/2009 Inspector Rachel Wyatt

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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 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 1999. She lives with two adult children and her 14 year old daughter in the Staple Hill area of South Gloucestershire, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the ground floor and a first floor bedroom are used for childminding. There are some steps to the entrances of the property and stairs to the first floor. A fully enclosed garden is available for outdoor play and children have opportunities to go on local walks, outings and visits to nearby parks. The family has two dogs, two rabbits and two guinea pigs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register. She 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 six children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes children to and collects them from local pre-schools and nurseries and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis. She helps to run a local childminders' group and is a member of the South Gloucestershire childminding network.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good. Children enjoy being at the childminder's, they are well looked after and make good progress. She knows each child well and ensures that their individual needs are clearly identified and effectively supported. Her practice is fully inclusive and she works well in partnership with parents and other agencies to help children reach their full potential at their pace. The childminder is committed to ensuring her childminding is of high quality, for example, by consistently reviewing and adapting her practice as a result of attending training and her involvement in a childminding quality assurance scheme.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems to ensure the prompt completion of suitability checks on members of the household aged 16 or over.

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provision

Children are settled and thrive because the childminder is well organised and gives them good support. She ensures sessions are enjoyable and run smoothly, with a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 good balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities. Children's care needs are understood and fully promoted during relaxed, well-managed routines.

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provision

Children are safeguarded because the childminder has clear child protection procedures and is confident to take prompt appropriate action if she has any concerns about them. She ensures parents are aware of her safeguarding role and carefully monitors children's well-being, for example, by consistently discussing and recording their existing injuries. Parents are reassured about the childminder's suitability as she explains how she is registered and provides plenty of information about her experience and training. However, delays in ensuring the completion of suitability checks for the childminder's adult children potentially compromises children's welfare. In other respects the childminder supports children's welfare as she makes sure she knows about their needs and family circumstances before they start. Children's health and safety are successfully promoted. They have prompt appropriate treatment if they are unwell, have an accident or need medication and

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provision

parents are kept well informed about their child's condition. Robust risk assessments and safety checks ensure children are looked after in safe and secure surroundings and enjoy well-organised outings. The childminder is well prepared for different types of emergencies and makes sure parents and children are aware of her arrangements.

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provision

Partnership with parents and others are successful and valued. Parents and carers are well informed about how the childminder operates and are reassured by her effective settling-in arrangements. They are encouraged to read her policies and discuss her comprehensive prospectus. Parents' feedback shows they are very satisfied with the quality of her provision, acknowledging how their children are happy, safe and nurtured, and enjoy a wide range of activities. The childminder regularly talks to parents about their children’s activities, routines and achievements, and involves them in reviewing their child's progress. Children who attend other settings benefit as the childminder has established good links with providers and other agencies.

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provision

Children's care and learning is enhanced by the childminder's effective systems for monitoring and evaluating her childminding. For example, she consistently reflects on and adjusts her practice as part of her commitment to keeping up-to-date by attending training, carrying out her own research and maintaining her quality assurance award. She has addressed recommendations from the last inspection, including developing her planning to ensure children have appropriate challenges.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy their play and learning. The childminder understands her role to promote their development towards the early learning goals in each area of learning and provides them with a varied, rewarding programme of inviting, well- resourced activities. Children's ideas and interests are encouraged. For example, since the last inspection the childminder has improved opportunities for them to access toys and choose what they want to play with, by introducing a pictorial record of toys, games and equipment for them to refer to. Children are able to be active learners with many opportunities to explore, experiment, investigate, work This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 out problems and express their ideas, for instance during a much enjoyed play dough activity. Children’s interest and understanding are enhanced by the childminder’s sensitive involvement in their activities. She encourages their

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

discussions, asks questions and explains things well, so they concentrate and enjoy themselves.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children’s learning and development are underpinned by the childminder’s sound assessment and planning procedures. She ensures children achieve as much as they can. She effectively uses information from her observations to establish each child’s starting points and to plan activities which reflect their needs and interests. She confidently builds on what children can do, offers them appropriate challenges and has a clear vision of each child’s learning priorities. Parents are consistently encouraged to contribute their ideas and views about their children's learning and development. Children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities are adeptly supported. The childminder adapts plans and activities and obtains additional resources and equipment to help them to develop at their pace. She works well with parents and other agencies in order to sustain consistent levels of support and services for children whilst they are with her and/or at other settings.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children make good progress. They are purposeful and busy, playing well together or independently. They are confident and articulate speakers, describing past events, talking about what they are doing, answering and asking questions. They enjoy books and stories. Children are encouraged to work out problems and they confidently recognise and use numbers, colours, shapes and sizes. They are observant and curious, enjoying exploring different materials or finding out how things fit together or work. They enjoy visits and outings, for instance to parks or a children’s farm. The childminder follows up these experiences with related activities at home. For example, children’s interest in animals is extended through stories, imaginative play and helping to look after the family’s pets. Children also learn about caring for each other and through their play and discussions the childminder encourages their positive attitudes towards aspects of diversity.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children behave well, sharing, taking turns and being helpful. They know it is important to use equipment safely and follow road safety rules when out in the car or walking. Children show an understanding of the aspects of a healthy lifestyle by making healthy choices about what they eat and drink and recognising the importance of good hygiene. They are active and become very confident in movement, balance and climbing during regular challenging physical play. 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? 3

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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

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