Wyke Primary Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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145543 Unique Reference Number 13 July 2006 Inspection date Penny Wood 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 1996 and lives with her husband and two children in Durrington, Wiltshire. The whole of the ground floor is registered for childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time and is currently minding four children between the ages of one and nine years old. She walks children to local schools within the area.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The family have one dog, two cats and a rabbit.

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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 are beginning to learn appropriate hygiene routines to reduce the spread of germs and infections, such as wiping their hands with baby wipes before eating. The childminder’s home is clean, with regular cleaning of toys and the playroom to ensure they remain hygienic for the children.

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Helping children to be healthy

Satisfactory procedures in place to prevent the spread of illnesses, protecting the health of both children and the childminder. When children require medication, the recording system does not ensure appropriate written consent is in place prior to administration, that meets current regulations.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children receive appropriate first aid care in the event of minor incidents. Written parental consent allows the childminder to seek further medical assistance should a serious accident or illness occur. Accident records contain the required detail and inform parents of the care their children receive.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy opportunities to take part in physical activities during visits to play parks, which promote their good health. Use of play apparatus develops the children’s co-ordination skills and builds muscle strength.

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Helping children to be healthy

Parents provide children’s snacks and meals, all of which are stored appropriately in the refrigerator ensuring they remain fresh until children eat. Drinks are readily available throughout the day, ensuring children do not become thirsty.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children enjoy room to play within the playroom, which has safety measures in place to protect them from harm. For example, stair gates prevent children from accessing areas such as the stairs without supervision. Within the playroom, children have access to a range of toys that are age appropriate and checked for damage to ensure they are safe for children to play with. The childminder is conscious of ensuring children only play with appropriate toys and removes those which may cause harm.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

During outings, the childminder’s practice protects children from harm. Young children travel in a buggy with older children holding on and staying close. When visiting local play parks, the childminder only takes children when the numbers are low to ensure she is able to supervise sufficiently, particularly when other people are also using the area.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a limited knowledge of child protection issues and the documentation required to record concerns, which not only aid the identification of abuse, but also protect the childminder from allegations of abuse. Furthermore, she lacks sufficient knowledge of the referral procedure, which if concerns arise would delay prompt action.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

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 achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are happy and settled in the childminder’s care. The childminder has a routine for each day, which primarily revolves around free-play, with limited arts and crafts available. Children enjoy playing with an appropriate range of resources, which are regularly rotated to ensure children remain interested in the toys provided. Toys are within children’s reach and allow them to explore the storage boxes and choose toys for themselves.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children are developing their emerging language skills and enjoy talking to the childminder using baby language, particularly during role-play. The childminder responds positively to the children, encouraging them to use their emerging skills.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children enjoy praise and encouragement, particularly when beginning to stand unaided, which boosts their confidence and self-esteem. They play alongside their peer group, and are beginning to share toys and take turns, all with the support of the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are beginning to develop an awareness of different cultures through resources, which depict positive images of race and culture. Appropriate strategies in place ensure individual children’s needs are met, particularly when caring for children with learning difficulties.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave well. Age appropriate and understandable strategies and house rules in place encourage positive behaviour. For example, children are encouraged to share, take turns and be considerate to each other.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children benefit from the good relationships between their parents and the childminder. Daily sharing of information ensures parents receive an insight into their child’s day, with parents offering information to facilitate the childminder’s ability to provide appropriate care. The childminder compiles keepsake diaries for the parents of all children, which contain photographs and annotation of children during their play. Should a parent wish to raise a concern with the childminder, the childminder is yet to instigate a method for managing and recording concerns which meets the current regulations.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder is suitably qualified, experienced and has a sound understanding of children’s needs. However, the required documentation and checks for adults living on the premises are yet to be completed to ensure all adults with regular access to the children are suitable.

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Organisation

The childminder organises her space within the home to ensure children have room to play in a safe environment. Documentation is securely stored and maintains confidentiality. All records, with the exception of the complaints log, are available for inspection.

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Organisation

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 meets the needs of the range of children for whom she provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved aspects of her provision. She has put in place her own system for recording children's attendance, which identifies times of children's arrival and departure. She has also completed an appropriate first aid course, providing her with appropriate knowledge of the administration of medical care for infants and young children.

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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): • ensure parents give appropriate consent for the administration of medication and acknowledge all entries within the medication records • increase knowledge of child protection issues, with particular regard to maintaining records and the referral procedure • put in place a system for recording complaints in-line with current regulations • ensure all adults within the home have suitable checks in place

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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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