Worple Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 102506 Inspection date 02/02/2011 Inspector Sarah Wignall

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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 was registered in 1997. She lives with her husband and four children in the village of St Stephens on the outskirts of Launceston in Cornwall. Children use all ground floor areas of the childminder's home. A garden is used for outdoor play activities. The setting is open each weekday from 9.00am until 5.00pm all year round. A maximum of five children aged from birth to eight years may attend the setting at any one time, of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

There are currently five children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage. Most live locally and some also attend other early years settings. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder holds a Diploma in Pre-School Practice and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

The childminder provides a good range of activities and resources that interest children and help them make progress in their learning and development. She provides a safe environment and promotes health and hygiene satisfactorily. Detailed self-evaluation and future action plans are used to assess the setting and identify priorities for development. She demonstrates a good capacity to improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop hand washing procedures to ensure children gain a good understanding of healthy hygiene practices and how these contribute to good health  further develop observation and assessment systems in order to identify clear learning priorities for each child.

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the early years provision

Children are well supervised by the childminder both in the home and when outdoors. She has a sound understanding of safeguarding and action to take if concerned about children in her care. All adults in the home have undergone suitability checks and she monitors children closely when unchecked adults are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 present. The home is made safe and secure and risk assessments are in place. The childminder uses everyday play opportunities to teach children about safety. For instance they draw zebra crossings and roadways with chalk and talk about road safety at this time. Regular fire drills are carried out with the children giving them an awareness of fire safety.

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the early years provision

Children are provided with a good range of toys and resources each day. These are selected by the childminder and made available in the play areas. Children are interested and enjoy playing with the small world resources or looking at books. The childminder uses her time well. She makes good use of the outdoor environment for regular walks through the village or to feed the ducks or visit local play parks.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents and others are very positive. They are provided with detailed information on enrolment outlining the care offered and the policies and procedures of the setting. The childminder keeps them fully informed of daily routines and progress children have made. Assessment records are regularly discussed and shared. The childminder holds an annual social event where all her parents and children are invited to a barbeque giving them the opportunity to get to know each other. Parent letters confirm that they are very happy with the care offered. The childminder ensures she is aware of events at the local Pre-school so that she can support children at home. For instance when the Pre-school celebrate Chinese New Year, she plans activities to support and follow on from this learning. The childminder regularly evaluates her practice particularly following planned activities. This helps her identify areas of learning and where more support may be

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the early years provision

needed. She has outlined plans for future development that include updating her training in safeguarding and developing the outdoor area.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides children with a varied range of age-appropriate resources and activities that interest them and help them make progress in their learning and development. Children are settled and happy with the childminder. She has a warm and caring approach and children respond very well to her. She responds promptly to children's changing needs and interests offering alternative activities that they enjoy. For instance when toddlers point to the crayons these are immediately made available with sheets of paper for drawing.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy playing together and the childminder ensures all are equally included. For instance all children cuddle up with the childminder for story times on the sofa, or sit together at the table to eat or draw. The childminder gently extends children's learning as she asks them questions about characters in the book, or helps them to count the pictures on a page. She sits on the floor with children encouraging them as they select different animals to go in their farm house asking the children to name the different colours. Daily routines are flexible but include a balance of free play and planned activities. Young children use their imagination well as they play with dolls and use the buggies and hoover when This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 playing house.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging as they select their own resources, ask for different things they want and chat with other children. Meal times are valued and children sit with the childminder to eat and talk. They eat well from the foods provided by parents. They are provided with filled beakers of drink which are available throughout the day. While children are encouraged to wash their hands regularly during the day the procedures are not always well thought through. For instance use of a communal bowl of water and shared towel presents a risk of cross-contamination. Good use is made of the outdoors for walks and fresh air. The garden is well used in fine weather and children enjoy painting and playing outside. Regular walks up the farm lane and to the duck pond help children learn about the natural world.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good awareness of children's differing needs and has recently introduced a new assessment system which helps her identify progress in the different areas of learning. She is keen to develop this system so that clear areas of development can be identified for all children.

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and outcomes for children

Children have established positive relationships with each other and the childminder. They develop strong social skills as they learn to play both independently and with others. They are able to follow instructions and respond well to requests to help tidy away toys before snack or to sit nicely on chairs. These skills equip them well for the future. 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 3 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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