Chesterton Community College

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 110865 Inspection date 28/01/2010 Inspector Alison Large

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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 0300 123 1231, 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: 0300 123 1231 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 1992. She lives with her husband and two adult sons in the Havant area of Hampshire. All areas of the ground floor are used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The ground floor is accessible to adults and children with a step at the front door. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time of which three may be in the early years age group. She is currently minding five children in the early years age group all day on a part time basis. The childminder is able to walk to the local schools to take and collect children. The family have no pets. The childminder attends various groups on a regular basis and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

Children are welcomed into a warm friendly home, where they are valued and included to ensure none are disadvantaged. They relish their time in the setting because of the childminder’s enthusiasm and commitment to them. As a result, they demonstrate confidence, an excitement to learn and enjoy a good experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage, making steady progress. The childminder works closely with parents to make sure the children get all the support they need. This leads to effective continuity of care and learning. The childminder has started to evaluate her provision to be aware of her strengths and any areas to develop, to ensure she makes continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop systems of observation, assessment and planning to fully support children's learning and development  further develop the system for seeking information from parents about the children's development as a starting point for their learning journey

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the early years provision

The children are secure and happy in the childminder's care, she ensures the children are fully safeguarded and are always well supervised. She has a good knowledge of the signs and symptoms of abuse and is aware of her role and responsibilities. Risk assessments are in place for inside and outside of the home to reduce any potential hazards and every consideration is given to ensure children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 are safe at all times. Children learn to keep themselves safe as the childminder talks to them about road safety and what to do if they needed to evacuate the house in an emergency. The childminder’s written policies and procedures are used effectively to promote the welfare and safety of the children. All required records and documentation are in place, which are well organised and include accident and attendance records and the required written parental consents.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises her day so children are provided with stimulating learning experiences both in the home and in the wider community. Good use is made of space and children freely move around all areas of the home used for childminding. Children access a good range of clean, well maintained play resources, which the childminder changes throughout the day to keep their interests. The childminder has a good partnership with parents, she has started to devise 'Learning Journey' profiles for each child in the early years age group, which are shared with parents. Parents receive regular information about their child's day through verbal feedback, they are kept well informed of their child’s progress. The childminder is aware of the need to establish links with the other settings children may attend, in order to continue to enhance their learning in her provision.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to providing a fully inclusive childminding provision for all children. She has a positive attitude to caring for children with additional needs and would work closely with parents and other professionals involved with a child to help them reach their full potential. The childminder is keen to keep improving her childminding practice through self-evaluation and ongoing training, and as a result, children feel valued, are well motivated and have good levels of self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported well and the childminder takes care of their individual needs. The childminder has a warm and caring relationship with the children, they enjoy talking to her in a relaxed manner and feel safe and secure in her company. The childminder treats children with respect and uses lots of praise and encouragement to promote their self-esteem. Children behave well because they thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder and are continually occupied. The childminder is developing a good knowledge of the EYFS and the activities and experiences planned for children are varied and meet their individual developmental needs. The childminder has started to observe and monitor children’s achievements and plan experiences that help children towards the next step in their learning. However, the childminder does not yet have a system in place for seeking information about the children's development from parents, when

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and outcomes for children

a child starts at the setting, as a starting point for their learning journey. All children make steady progress in all areas of learning, they take part in some planned activities such as planting seeds and also have many opportunities to initiate their own play. Parents are kept informed about their children's learning and development through daily discussion and via their child's progress records. Children's progress records have recently been started by the childminder and include photographs of the children engaged in activities, which provides an This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 excellent record for parents. The childminder has highlighted this as something she needs to develop further.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder enjoys supporting children’s learning and takes an interest in what they say and do. Children enjoy having books read to them, and they enjoy sitting on the childminder's lap and get excited when they recognise a familiar story. Children learn about keeping healthy, they go for regular walks and engage in a wide range of physical activities. They are able to play in the garden, and visit local parks and play areas. Children learn about healthy eating as they are offered a variety of healthy and nutritious snacks. They are able to point at the poster with the pictures of the fruit on to show the childminder what they are eating. Drinking water is easily accessible to children and the childminder regularly encourages them to drink to maintain their health. Children's safety is promoted effectively and systems are in place to ensure the home remains secure at all times. 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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