Cheetwood Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number 105461 Inspection date 06 December 2005 Inspector Anne Fox

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been a registered since 1994. She lives with her husband and their two teenage daughters in a house in Cippenham, which is close to schools, shops and parks. Children have access to all areas of the house on the ground floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for six children under 8 years of age and is currently caring for one child full time and another part time throughout the week.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder attends the local carer and toddler group on a regular basis. The family have no pets.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children are kept healthy in this environment where the childminder maintains a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness throughout her home. Children recognise their own personal needs and receive appropriate support from the childminder when necessary. They are developing good hygiene habits and wash their hands after using the toilet. Children have regular exercise outside as they walk to the local parks and the nursery. Children enjoy a healthy range of nourishing snacks and frequently access water or fruit juice to drink. Meals are provided by the parents and are stored appropriately. Children's special dietary requirements are carefully considered and snacks are adapted to meet the children's individual needs.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are kept safe both inside and outside of the home because the childminder identifies hazards and removes them, however, an additional smoke alarm is required. Children are taught about road safety. They hold hands with the childminder on outings, they understand the safety rules and remain within sight of the childminder when playing at the park. Children have access to suitable toys and equipment which are in good condition. They move around the well organised rooms safely; they access the toys and resources independently as these are all within children's reach. Children's welfare is safe guarded as the childminder understands her responsibility to protect them, she is beginning to familiarise herself with local child protection policies and procedures.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are very happy and settled with the childminder. They are confident and relate extremely well to the childminder. They socialise with other children through regular attendance at local toddler groups. Children become independent as they choose between a variety of toys, books and activities, which appeal to all. The childminder adapts activities such as singing, story telling to promote younger children’s learning. Children spend their time purposefully. They enjoy exploring a wide range of activities outside of the home. They visit the local parks, farms and

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 walk to Jubilee River where they watch the trains go by.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are valued and respected as individuals, the childminder adapts activities so that all age groups can play harmoniously together and gives additional support to children when necessary. The childminder has some experience of caring for children with special needs. Children learn about their local community as they visit places of interest such as Odds Farm, the river and local parks. The childminder meets the children’s needs well; they follow their normal daily routine as discussed with their parents. Children behave very well, they are confident within the setting and make themselves at home, making decisions about what they want to do. They have time to relax as well as be active. The childminder values the good relationships she has with the parents and shares information with them daily.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children are well cared for in this well-organised environment; they are confident and able to initiate their own play and learning with appropriate support and enthusiasm from the childminder. The childminder is efficient with her documentation, she maintains children's details in files and shares this information with parents to keep them well informed of their child's activities throughout the day. The childminder plans purposeful play and activities that enable children to progress in all areas of their development. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend.

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Improvements since the last inspection

Children now access a good range of toys that reflect diversity and increase their understanding of our multi-cultural society, children's welfare is safeguarded as the childminder has obtained written authorisations from parents and records are all up to date and the childminder is now fully first aid qualified.

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Complaints since the last inspection

There are no complaints to report. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaints record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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Complaints since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • make sure the certificate of registration and Ofsted parents poster are on display • make sure an additional smoke alarm is fitted and maintained in good working order on the ground floor.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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