New Basford CofE Infant School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 129720 Inspection date 13/01/2011 Inspector Jane Mount

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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 1994. She lives with her two adult children in Tring, Hertfordshire and the property is situated close to all local amenities including shops, parks and schools. All areas of the premises are included in the registration and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and on the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years and of these, three may be in the early years age range, including one under a year. The childminder is currently caring for four children in the early years age group. She also cares for two children in the later years age group. Children can attend on a full time and part time basis.

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Description of the childminding

Overnight care is not included in the registration and the family have no pets except for a small tank of fish. The childminder is a member of a local childminding group.

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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

Positive relationships with parents ensure children's individual needs are met and an inclusive and welcoming environment is provided to all. Children share secure relationships with the childminder and are fully supported and happy and confident in her care. They are making good progress in their learning as activities and play experiences are tailored to children's individual developmental needs. The childminder has high regard for the well-being of children and has effective systems in place to ensure they are safeguarded and their welfare is protected. Some processes for monitoring the quality of the provision are in place and a system, such as self-evaluation, to ensure continued improvement is in the early stages of development.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further a quality improvement system, such as self-evaluation, to closely monitor and extend effective practice to ensure continued improvement.

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the early years provision

Safeguarding procedures are secure with clear policies and procedures in place to ensure children are kept safe and their welfare is protected. The childminder has a This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 secure knowledge and understanding of child protection and regularly updates her knowledge through completing safeguarding children courses. She ensures all household members have had appropriate background checks completed and she has a written safeguarding policy along with relevant publications and guidance documents readily available in case she has a concern. The childminder has a clear understanding of issues relating to safety and positive steps are taken to keep children safe. She ensures children are closely supervised at all times and written risk assessments along with on-going visual assessments ensure the environment remains safe and children are protected.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to fully implementing the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children benefit from a childminder who has a secure knowledge of child development and who has many years experience caring for children in the home environment. The childminder has worked hard to develop a secure knowledge of the framework and this is reflected in her practice. She understands the importance of continuous professional development and is keen to continue to develop her practice. She has completed a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level three childcare qualification and has attended a comprehensive range of early years short courses and workshops. She strives to provide a quality service and is aware of her key strengths and the areas she wishes to further enhance. Some monitoring takes place to ensure the quality of the provision is good including listening to feedback from parents and children. She

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the early years provision

regularly reviews and updates records including children's information and she maintains a professional development log. A system of self-evaluation to more closely monitor the setting is in the early stages of development to ensure continuous improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has good organisational skills and effectively uses these to ensure children's care and learning are positively supported. Resources are accessible and developmentally appropriate and the daily routine is planned around the needs of individual children to ensure an inclusive and enabling environment is provided. Children and their families are valued and appreciated and the childminder welcomes the children in her care and their families into her home. She has developed strong and effective relationships with the parents and there is a good two-way flow of information, knowledge and expertise. She has effective settling-in procedures in place which ensure children quickly settle and feel secure in the childminding environment. The childminder works in partnership with others, such as the nearby children's centre and she has developed effective links with other early years settings to promote the integration of care and education and to

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and outcomes for children

The childminder implements effective strategies to promote and safeguard children's welfare. Their health is protected as good hygiene practices are in place to ensure the risk of cross infection is minimised, such as using paper towels for drying hands. Through discussion and support from the childminder children learn the importance of personal care routines to keep themselves healthy. They enjoy This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 listening to funny stories about germs and know they must flush the toilet after use and wash and dry their hands thoroughly. When asked children know the reasons for doing so. Children participate in a varied range of activities which positively contribute to their good health and physical fitness. They go for regular walks, enjoy music and movement sessions, play in the garden and park and regularly visit a soft play centre. The childminder implements a healthy eating

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and outcomes for children

policy and children are provided with a nutritious, balanced diet. Their dietary requirements are discussed with parents to ensure individual dietary needs, including religious and cultural diets, are catered for appropriately. Children are learning about the benefits of eating a healthy diet and take an active role in helping the childminder to decide what healthy choices they will have at mealtimes. They also enjoy going to the shops and selecting fruit for snack time and at mealtimes talk about what they have eaten.

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and outcomes for children

Children's safety is protected and they are developing a good understanding of how to keep themselves and others safe. When out walking they discuss road safety and how to stay safe when crossing roads. At home children learn how to manage the stairs safely and are sensitively reminded by the childminder how to sit on chairs correctly as they may fall and hurt themselves. Children's behaviour is managed well with clear boundaries set which are consistent and appropriate to the individual child's level of understanding. Regular praise and encouragement are used to develop children's self-esteem. Children are supported effectively and are encouraged to share and to take turns. They are encouraged to talk about their feelings and positive relationships between the childminder and children enable them to feel secure in their surroundings and consequently, they are confident in their play.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder effectively uses the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to plan a varied range of activities and play experiences for children. Planning is flexible with activities adapted to cater for individual children's needs and interests. Systems for observing and assessing children show children's progress and achievements over time. Children participate in a mixture of adult-led and child-initiated play with the indoor and outdoor environments used to fully promote their play and learning. Regular visits to a variety of children's groups including toddlers, story time at the library and a music group further promotes children's learning and increases opportunities for them to develop their social skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children's communication skills are effectively supported by the childminder as she asks open-ended questions to extend and develop children's language through their play. Regular story times also support children's early communication skills and children enjoy listening to stories and looking at books and discussing the pictures with the childminder. Children are able to express themselves creatively and participate in regular art and craft activities. They use a varied range of mediums and enjoy painting, playdough, drawing, gluing and sticking when making models or collage pictures. Children develop a strong sense of achievement and belonging as the childminder has some of their art work displayed. Children participate in activities and games which incorporate the use of colours and shapes, such as playing with shape sorters or jigsaws or building with bricks. Their counting skills are encouraged

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 within the daily routine, such as when they look for numbers on houses or bins when walking to and from school. Children learn about the wider world and a range of resources and activities ensure they learn about other countries, cultures, religions and disabilities. They learn about the environment and the local community through regular outings and walks. They discuss the weather and the changes in the seasons and go for nature walks. 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 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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