Builth Wells C.P. School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 400511 Inspection date 12/10/2009 Inspector Cathryn Parry

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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 was registered in 1990. She lives with her husband and twin daughters aged 16 years in the residential area of Great Ayton in Middlesbrough. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor of the childminder’s home is used for childminding. She has fish as pets. The childminder cares for children on weekdays from 7.30am to 6pm for 50 weeks of the year.

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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 three children in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a comfortable and caring atmosphere, with a warm welcome for all children and their parents. The adequate range of activities offered generally covers each of the areas of learning appropriately. Systems for planning activities and observing children are being developed. The childminder attends some training to ensure continuous improvement is made. She demonstrates a positive attitude to providing an inclusive environment. Most of the required documentation and publications are in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop effective systems for recording each risk assessment undertaken, clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident. (Documentation) 20/10/2009

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the range of resources and activities to nurture children's respect for their own cultures and beliefs and those of other people  obtain the publication 'What to do if you are worried a child is being abused - Summary'.  develop the planning of activities, using the observations of children to plan the next steps in their learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has attended safeguarding training and demonstrates a suitable understanding of associated issues. This results in children being appropriately protected. However, she does not have the publication ' What to do if you are worried a child is being abused - Summary'. It is therefore difficult to follow the guidance within it. She visually risk assesses her home and any outings undertaken. Consequently, the chance of accidental injury is reduced. However, these are not all recorded, which is a breach of the requirements and slightly compromises children's well-being. Children’s welfare is appropriately safeguarded as the childminder and other household members have had suitable checks completed.

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the early years provision

The childminder adequately evaluates the learning and development opportunities that she provides. She has basically completed a self-evaluation form to help her to focus on the service she offers. This is complemented with verbal and written feedback from parents. She has positively addressed the recommendations raised at the previous inspection, which impacts positively on children's welfare. Although the childminder finds it difficult to attend training as it is not provided near to her home, she has attended all the required courses, such as first aid. Children access play opportunities through the suitable organisation of time, space and resources.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed appropriate relationships with the parents. She speaks to them on a daily basis about the experiences their children have enjoyed. This results in them being able to continue their children's learning through highlighted activities. She has started to liaise with other practitioners where a child receives education and care in more than one setting. This nurtures continuity and cohesion. The childminder has a small amount of experience of caring for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. She demonstrates a positive attitude to linking with other professionals to meet any specific requirements.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a reasonable understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are happy, settled and relate well to her, as she joins in with their play. A suitable balance of child-centred and adult-led experiences ensures appropriate challenge for their age and stage of development. Children are learning right from wrong and are starting to take responsibility for their own actions. The childminder’s appropriate approach to equal opportunities contributes to children’s suitable attitudes to the wider community. However, there are limited resources and activities provided to supplement this. Consequently, children's growing awareness of difference is not effectively nurtured. They enjoy using their imagination, for instance as they pretend to go shopping with the toy trolley. Children develop a recognition of letters as they complete jigsaws with pictures and words. This is complemented with visits to the local library for story time.

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Weighing ingredients for baking promotes children's problem solving and reasoning skills. A selection of planned and spontaneous activities encourages children's understanding of the living world. Examples of these are where they feed the ducks and enjoy kicking the fallen leaves. A variety of creative experiences develop children's self-expression whilst having fun. The childminder knows the children well and basically plans activities around their interests. She has started to collate photographs of the children in individual files, which are loosely linked to the areas of learning. However, they do not clearly identify next steps in children's learning to inform future plans.

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and outcomes for children

Children are welcomed into suitably clean and well-kept premises where they have sufficient space to play. They are appropriately safeguarded as the childminder’s home is secure at all times. This is supplemented with suitable procedures for adults collecting children. Safety equipment is in place reducing the risk of accidents. Routines, such as tidying away toys from the floor encourage children to take responsibility for their own safety. They are beginning to understand simple health and hygiene practices, including washing their hands before snack and after using the toilet. Children do not attend if they are sick, which enables the childminder to protect others from illness. Records are kept in respect of accidents and medication and these are shared with parents. The children have sufficient opportunities to access large physical play. These include negotiating large play equipment at the park and enjoying ball games. The childminder’s flexible routine

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and outcomes for children

incorporates time for quiet play and rest, enhancing children’s well-being. Parents provide meals for their children. The childminder complements these with healthy snacks, such as fruit. Relevant documentation with regard to health, including specific dietary needs and consent forms are in place and up to date. These positively safeguard children’s well-being. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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