Kingfisher Primary Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 143876 Inspection date 06/05/2010 Inspector Janet Sharon Williams

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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 has been registered approximately 23 years. She lives with her partner and one adult daughter in Brixton Hill in the London Borough of Lambeth. Childminding takes place on the ground floor. The property is close to local shops, parks and public transport links. There is a fully enclosed paved garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for three children at any one time. She currently has two children on roll. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 progressing in their learning and development through a balanced range of resources and play materials that are appropriate for their stage of development. Inclusive practice is promoted through the childminder working in partnership with parents and others. For example, she visits various children's groups and works with children within a wide diverse group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is fully aware of her strengths and weaknesses through self- evaluation to promote the quality of children's welfare and develop her knowledge of the early learning goals.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that the contents of the first aid box is suitable to use  further secure existing knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework in relation to children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of issues surrounding safeguarding and protecting children, for example, how to identify any signs of suspicious marks and bruises and how she would liaise with appropriate professionals. The childminder has completed a safeguarding and protecting training course. Children’s safety continues to be maintained. Good risk assessment procedures ensure that areas of the home are suitable and safe. All of the necessary safety precautions have been taken for the safety and well-being of children, for example, stairs are inaccessible to the children and sockets not in use are covered. In addition, fire drills are recorded and practised. Good, comprehensive policies and procedures are in place to promote the welfare of children. For example, permission has been obtained for This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 emergency medical treatment, administration of medication, and good systems are

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the early years provision

in place for recording accidents and incidents. Since the last inspection the childminder has completed a paediatric first aid course. However, a few of the items in her first aid box are out of date.

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the early years provision

Children have a varied range of resources made readily available to them that are suitable for their stage of development. The organisation of the equipment encourages children to make their own choices. Although the childminder is not caring for any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, she has a positive attitude towards caring for children with particular needs and is proactive in addressing issues.

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the early years provision

Prior to children starting, the childminder gathers relevant information from parents; this also includes details of their starting point. Parents receive daily feedback. The childminder has recently devised a system to keep parents up to date about their child's welfare and development through providing a contact book in which she plans to provide parents with daily written feedback. Partnership with others is good, for example, regular contact with other childminders and attending various groups within the local community keeps the childminder up to date with additional useful information and offers good support for children's learning needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, secure and well behaved within a relaxed environment. They are well cared for and the childminder ensures that children are supervised at all times. The broad range of planned purposeful play, both indoors and out, ensures each child receives varied and enjoyable experiences across the areas of learning. The childminder organises the provision well and make good use of space and resources. Children can choose and help themselves to what they want to play with from a good selection of equipment and resources. Activities are appropriately organised to create a stimulating and accessible play and learning environment for children. Good learning opportunities enable them to develop their independence, self-esteem and confidence. Babies and young children gain much from being together. Their closeness to the childminder gives them a sense of belonging. They respond to her affection through chuckles and smiles. Children are learning to

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and outcomes for children

communicate and develop good relationships through the childminder consistently talking to them. They are learning to join words together. Children are able to learn to appreciate books, look at pictures and say what they see. Children also show an interest in shapes, are able to match and sort familiar objects to identify their similarities and differences. This is achieved through playing with shape sorters and completing puzzles appropriate for their stage of development.

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and outcomes for children

Daily plans in place provide evidence of how children are supported in their play. There is clear evidence that the learning environment and the childminder's assessment arrangements help children to progress towards the early learning goals. In addition, the childminder is further securing her knowledge of the education programme within the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework through attending various training courses. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children have numerous of opportunities to play outside in a variety of ways. They enjoy wheeled toys where they sit and ride, move with confidence and show some awareness of space. Daily routines include plenty of opportunities for children to benefit from playing outdoors and making good use of the local children's clubs and parks. Their time outdoors allows them to have plenty of fresh air which contributes to their healthy lifestyle. The range of imaginative resources allows

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and outcomes for children

children to develop their skills for the future. This includes telephones, small electronic toys and the use home corner resources, such as tea sets and dolls. There is clear evidence that children are able to achieve and enjoy within the positive learning environment. Children enjoy playing with shape sorters building, bricks and simple puzzles. This contributes to their problem solving, reasoning and numeracy.

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and outcomes for children

Although the childminder does not provide meals, she demonstrates a good knowledge of children’s individual dietary requirements and that the relevant information is gathered prior to them starting. Drinks are provided at regular intervals and children can request one at anytime. 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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