Ringway Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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131931 Unique Reference Number 04 May 2006 Inspection date Helen Deegan Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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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

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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 satisfactory. 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 was registered in 2000. She lives with her family in Kingston-Upon-Thames. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed back garden for outdoor play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for three children at any one time and is currently minding two children on a part time basis.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent /toddler group and takes children to the local park.

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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

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children learn to follow good hygiene routines, such as washing their hands before meals and after visiting the toilet; however, the use of a shared hand towel presents a risk of cross infection. Parents know that they must keep children at home if they are unwell, which prevents the unnecessary spread of infection.

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Helping children to be healthy

Parents give prior written consent for the childminder to administer medication and seek emergency medical treatment, which ensures that children receive appropriate treatment for their individual needs. The childminder holds a current fist aid certificate. This means that she can give the correct treatment in the event of an accident.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy healthy meals, snacks and drinks. They can always access drinks from their individual beakers. The childminder requests information from parents about children's dietary needs so that children receive appropriate food which meets their needs.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy daily physical exercise which contributes to keeping them healthy. They regularly attend local toddler groups and parks where they can play on a range of large equipment and enjoy the large trampoline in the childminder's back garden.

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Helping children to be healthy

Under threes develop warm relationships with the childminder, who is responsive to babies' needs. However, the childminder has a limited understanding of the Birth to Three Matters guidance.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children have access to a satisfactory range of toys which are appropriate for their age. Toys are stored neatly in boxes on the floor so that they can choose their activities independently. Children play in a secure environment where they can move around safely.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has taken steps to ensure that children are safe within her home, such as fitting socket covers, providing a fire blanket in the kitchen and maintaining smoke alarms. However, storage of some equipment such as the hose pipe and iron within children's reach presents a potential hazard.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a good understanding of the child protection procedures and knows the appropriate action to take if she has concerns about a child in her care.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children play happily along side each other. They communicate confidently with the childminder, who is warm and responsive to their needs. She talks to the children and involves herself in

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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 their activities providing help and encouragement which contributes to their developing self esteem.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children enjoy stories and can choose from a selection of age appropriate books. Children are well occupied and play purposefully. They confidently complete the animal jig saw puzzle and enjoy answering simple questions that the childminder asks about the pictures.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children behave well and are relaxed, happy and confident in the childminder's care because she is calm and consistent towards them. She takes opportunities to praise children's efforts and achievements so that they understand what is expected of them.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder works well with parents, sharing information with them about their children's progress verbally each day. Written agreements include appropriate details, such as allergies and dietary needs, which helps the childminder care for children as their parents wish.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are gaining familiarity, understanding and acceptance of diverse people, cultures and customs. They gain this knowledge through the wide range of resources which provide positive reflection of diversity. The childminder has a positive attitude towards caring for children who have special needs, although there are none in her care at present.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder attends training workshops and is a member of the local childminding network so that her knowledge of childcare issues continues to develop.

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Organisation

All of the necessary record keeping documents are in place to meet regulations, although some lack the necessary detail, such as the description of injuries in the accident record. The childminder is aware that one household member aged over 16 needs to obtain the required checks including a police check.

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Organisation

The provision meets the range of needs of the children for whom it provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection five recommendations were raised. The childminder was asked to ensure that gas fittings conform to safety requirements; to provide smoke alarms at every level of the house; to request written parental consent to seek emergency medical treatment and take children on outings, on public transport or in her car; and to ensure that children have a range of toys which promote equality of opportunity and anti discriminatory practice. All of these requirements have now been complied with so that children are safe and well cared for.

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Improvements 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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Complaints since the last inspection

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Complaints since the last inspection

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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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 satisfactory. 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): • Develop knowledge of the birth to three matters framework. • conduct a risk assessment on the premises and ensure that any safety issues are addressed, with particular regard to storage of the iron and the hose pipe. • Ensure that the necessary checks are carried out on household members aged over sixteen, including a CRB check.

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) 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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