Progress Schools - Gorton

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 148542 Inspection date 22/09/2010 Inspector Anne Faithfull

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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 assesses 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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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 registered in 1992. She is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and adult son in Wokingham, Berkshire. The childminder makes use of local facilities such as parks and toddler groups. The childminder can take children to and collect them from local schools. The family have a pet cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the house for childminding. A fully enclosed rear garden is available for outside play. Her registration permits her to care for six children under eight years and of these three may be in the early years age range, at any one time, and she is currently minding two children who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage on a part time basis.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder provides a warm, homely and caring environment where all children are valued and included. The childminder knows each child well and provides a suitable range of activities and resources to help them make progress in their early learning and development. The daily routine ensures that children have opportunities to play and explore both indoor and outdoor environments. The childminder has a positive attitude towards continuous improvement and attends training to update her knowledge and promote better outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the observation system in place to include the areas of learning covered and to help identify children's next steps in their learning and development

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the early years provision

The childminder understands her role in safeguarding children and is aware of procedures to follow if she has concerns about children's welfare. All adults in the home have been checked to ensure their suitability. The childminder completes daily safety checks and has a range of written risk assessments in place to ensure all risks have been identified and minimised, helping to protect children's safety. Children participate in regular fire evacuation drills so they are beginning to be aware of their own safety and the steps to take in the event of an emergency. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder ensures the drills take place in different parts of her home so they are aware of which exit to use. A range of written policies and procedures are in place, which contributes to the safe management of the provision. Records for accidents and administration of medication are in place to ensure the health of children, and

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the early years provision

written consents form parents for the childminder to seek emergency medical advice or treatment have been obtained.

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the early years provision

The childminders home is organised to encourage the young children to become independent. For example, a suitable range of resources are readily accessible to them so they choose the resources they wish to use themselves. The childminder is aware of her role to promote equality and diversity and values each child as an individual and talks to the children about the lives and differences of others. The childminder has continued to develop her observation and assessment system further since her last inspection; however, she does not identify the areas of learning covered and use them effectively to plan for children?s next steps. Each child has their own file which displays items of their work and a range of photo graphs and the childminder ensures they are available to parents to look at.

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the early years provision

The childminder builds positive relationships with parents. She gathers and records information from them with regards to their child?s needs and requirements. Daily verbal exchanges of information ensure parents are fully aware of their child?s routines and activities they have been involved in. The childminder works in partnership with other settings the children attend and information is exchanged to ensure the on going continuity of care and learning. Through discussion the childminder is able to identify her strengths and areas of development. She ensures her continuous improvement by attending relevant training with other childminders in the area and by immediately addressing the actions and recommendations from her last inspection.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a calm environment where children are happy and content. They enjoy themselves and have trusting relationships with the childminder and her family. Children readily say hello in Spanish to the childminder?s husband when he arrives home and enjoy making cakes with him and the childminder. Children are forming friendships with each other and are aware to share the toys and resources when required. They readily name the childminders cat and move around her home with confidence. They readily approach the childminder for cuddles and initiate a game of peek a boo with her and the inspector. The childminder supports children in their play for example, helping the children to complete puzzles and build a train track.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder continually asks children questions to promote their early communication skills such as asking 'what is it'. The childminder encourages children to begin to count as they enjoy counting the cars on the walk to school. Children are beginning to use their imagination well as they play with the doctors set giving each other injections and listen to their bodies using the stethoscope. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children participate in a range of creative activities including the ?lick and stick? craft sessions which give younger children the opportunity to create their own picture. They celebrate a range of festivals and talk about events in their own lives. Children are aware of re-cycling as they help the childminder sort the plastic and paper items into the correct containers in the garage. The childminder uses children?s interest to extend their learning. For example they talk about their

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and outcomes for children

favourite television programme called ?I am a shape? so the childminder encourages them to complete a shape puzzle and name the shapes.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder takes children on a variety of outings such as, visits to other childminders and toddler groups. These outings and visits enable the children to begin to be aware of their local community and to mix and socialise with others. Children enjoy visiting a local garden centre where they look at the flowers and buy plants for the garden. The childminder encourages children to begin to be aware of their own safety when playing. For example, reminding them to mind their head as they build the train track under the table. Children have regular opportunities for physical activity, for example, using a wide range of outdoor resources, visiting local parks and soft play areas. The childminder uses every day routines to ensure the young children are beginning to be aware of healthy eating and hygiene routines. They are aware to wash their hands before snacks and when they make cakes. 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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Early Years Foundation Stage

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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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