Thorpe Hesley Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 106850 Inspection date 04/02/2011 Inspector Karen Prager

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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 1999. She lives with her partner and two children aged 22 and seven years in St. Annes, Bristol. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house are available for childminding, although children spend the majority of their time downstairs. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of five children aged under eight years; of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group, and of these, not more than one may be under one year at any one time. She attends the local parent/toddler group and takes children on outings. The family has one cat. The childminder belongs to 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

Children make good progress as they take part in interesting and rewarding activities that cover all aspects of their learning and development. They are happy and settled and demonstrate a strong sense of belonging within the security of the childminder's home. The childminder provides an inclusive service where each child is valued and their individual needs are known and met. Children's safety is afforded a high priority, and effective partnerships are in place with their parents and others involved in their care and education. Systems used for self-evaluation are under development but the childminder demonstrates a good capacity for continuous improvement

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further?

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

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further?

 update the risk assessment to clearly state when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident  develop partnerships with other providers offering the Early Years Foundation Stage to minded children to further enhance consistency in care and learning carry out robust review of the provision and children's outcomes to ensure there is a continual development and drive forward This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded effectively. The childminder demonstrates an appropriate knowledge of the procedures to follow should she have any concern about a child in her care, and a clear safeguarding policy supports her practice. She closely supervises the children in her care and has taken effective measures to ensure that risks are minimised. She has a written document to support the risks identified in her home and on outings, although it dose not contain all required information. A good range of policies and procedures are in place and documented, and shared with parents so that they are well informed about the service offered. Other required documentation, including children's personal details and attendance, is kept up to date and accessible for when it is needed. The childminder's home offers a well organised and welcoming environment. Children have plenty of space to play and rest. Resources are plentiful and easily accessible

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the early years provision

to all children so that they are able to make independent choices about their play and learning. Although the garden has not been included in the registration, children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise when they visit local parks, walk by the canal and attend local toddler groups

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the early years provision

The childminder is an experienced childcare provider and regularly meets with other local childminders to share examples of good practice. She attends community groups with the children and this enhances their social skills and range of experiences. The childminder has completed the Ofsted self-evaluation form. She has a sound awareness of her strengths and has identified some priorities for development. However, the childminder's systems for ongoing reflective practice are in their infancy. Children's individual needs are known and met because the childminder recognises the value of working in partnerships with parents and others. She has formed good relationships with parents and regularly exchanges information about their children's welfare and development. Notice boards, daily diaries and a photographic record book provide them with lots of additional information about her service and the children's experiences. Parents are actively

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the early years provision

encouraged to share what they know about their children, and the childminder uses this knowledge to support the children's learning. The childminder has also developed links with others settings involved in the care and education of the children she cares for. She exchanges information about the children's welfare, though consistency in development is not encouraged as there is little exchange of information about the children's development.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident and settled in this warm and welcoming environment. They are at ease to go to the childminder for support, comfort and reassurance and this demonstrates that they feel safe. They are gaining a good understanding of safety issues and these are fostered through everyday discussions and experiences. For example, they learn how to behave when walking by a road or canal. Indoors they This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 are taught why they should not climb on furniture or to throw toys. Children are seen to behave very well and show a good awareness of the house rules, and the need to show care and consideration for others. They come to know they must sit at the table whilst eating or drinking, and the childminder's calm and polite manner provides them with a very positive role model.

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and outcomes for children

Children are progressing well because the childminder has a good knowledge of their individual needs, interests and preferences. She confidently describes individual children and knows where they are at in their learning and development, and where she intends to move them on next. She observes them on a regular basis and keeps a record of these observations with photos, examples of drawings and relevant comments. The childminder also uses record books to track their progress along all six areas of the foundation stage so that she keeps a clear picture of their progress. This good knowledge of the children is used to support children in their choice of activity, and the childminder also suggests activities that might interest them. The childminder interacts well with the children and listens to what they have to say. Young children attempt to put clothes on a doll and the childminder explains how to do this, and together they gently put the arm into

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and outcomes for children

place. Children spend some time together fitting pieces into a tray puzzle. Younger children learn from the older children as they draw along side each other.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder meets the needs of the range of children in her care. She plans a variety of activities to suit children, both in and out of the home. Children learn about the wider community when they go on outings. The childminder teaches the children the names of the birds that they see regularly and they come to be able to identify them. They participate in re-cycling plastic bottles and contribute to the childminder's compost bin, so developing good habits in caring for their environment. The childminder is effective in supporting children's good health and well-being. The children are supported in washing their hands before they sit together for their snack and drink. The food is provided by parents and stored appropriately to maintain children's good health. 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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