St Matthew's Church of England Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 147360 Inspection date 25/11/2010 Inspector Siobhan O'Callaghan

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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 2000. She lives with her husband and four children in Frien Barnet, which is situated in North London. The home is close to local shops and schools. All areas of the home are accessible to children. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to provide care for a maximum of five children under eight years at any one time, of these, not more than two may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age range on a part-time basis. The childminder regularly attends the local children's centre and toddler groups.

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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 welcoming and comfortable home environment for children where she endeavours to meet their individual needs effectively. Their welfare is mostly promoted through sound policies and procedures; however, a number of statutory requirements relating to aspects of children's welfare are not currently being met. Children are generally supported to make sound progress in their learning and development and positive partnerships with parents are evolving. The childminder demonstrates a helpful approach towards initiating improved outcomes for children and is beginning to develop her system of self- evaluation to monitor and assess practice appropriately in order to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

To meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 ensure that a current paediatric first aid qualification is obtained (Suitable people) (this also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 09/12/2010

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further?

 ensure appropriate fire detection and control equipment (for example, fire alarms smoke detectors) is in place (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) 09/12/2010

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further?

 ensure public liability insurance is in place (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (this also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register). 09/12/2010 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop planning and observation systems to show how these relate to the early learning goals and how this information is used to inform children's next steps in their learning  develop self-evaluation systems to continually assess all aspects of the provision and therefore improve outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder has established a broad range of policies and procedures to support most aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. She has risk assessments in place to monitor her home environment and she has implemented many safety measures to help protect children from harm. However, she has not ensured appropriate fire detection and control equipment are always in place after redecorating her home; and she has not ensured public liability insurance is obtained since she has moved house. These are breaches of specific legal requirements, and may compromise children's safety. A recommendation was raised at the last inspection requesting the childminder to update her first aid training. However, this certificate has since expired and therefore the childminder does not always ensure a current paediatric first aid qualification is obtained. This is a breach of a specific legal requirement and may compromise children's health.

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the early years provision

However, the childminder does give due emphasis to children's safety while they are in her direct care, for example, she vigilantly supervises them and ensures that they learn how to keep themselves safe. She has a sound knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children procedures, and is clear about her duty to work in partnership with parents and outside agencies in the interests of keeping children safe. The childminder is also aware of the importance of ensuring that children do not have unsupervised contact with unvetted adults.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises an accessible environment for children where they are able to make choices from a broad range of resources. She has a positive approach to promoting an inclusive service for children and their families. Her commitment to work in partnership with parents ensures that she is aware of children's individual needs, interests and home backgrounds so that these can be valued within her setting. Since her last inspection she has improved her resources to promote positive images of race, diversity and disability. She has also developed her policies and procedures that she shares with parents. Although there are no children attending requiring additional support, the childminder is committed to working in partnership with all outside agencies to deliver integrated care for children where this is required. Overall, the childminder demonstrates that she can implement improved outcomes for children; however, she acknowledges that she

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the early years provision

has further work to do to ensure that self-evaluation systems are regularly reviewed. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a sound knowledge and understanding of how young children learn, organising a competent range of activities and experiences to support them. Through discussion it is clear that the childminder knows the children well as she offers activities and resources which are based around their interests. The childminder is recording observations of what children have learned, however, it is not clear from her planning and observation systems how children are supported to move onto the next steps in their development. There are also no clear links to the areas of learning to demonstrate that children receive a balanced range of experiences. Consequently, the monitoring of children's progression is not currently robust.

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and outcomes for children

Children arrive happily and are greeted warmly by the childminder. They settle quickly and confidently make their choices from the available resources. The childminder supports their language development, continually conversing with them and encouraging their enjoyment of books through story time. Children are developing many valuable problem solving skills as they engage with puzzles and practise counting and the recognition of numbers when playing games. The childminder is close by to offer lots of positive praise and encouragement. Through discussion the childminder demonstrates that she promotes children's creative development through music, dancing and art and craft activities. Children's knowledge and understanding of the world is enhanced through access to a range of resources and experiences to promote a positive awareness of the wider community in which their live.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning how to keep themselves safe as the childminder involves them in emergency evacuation drills and teaches them how to access their environment safely. They have daily opportunities to go outside and get fresh air, visiting local parks and toddler groups where they have additional opportunities to develop their physical skills and participate within energetic play. Children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care and clearly enjoy her warm interaction and support. The childminder works in partnership with parents to promote children's health and endeavours to meet their individual needs. At present, parents provide their own children's food although the childminder demonstrates that she is happy to meet individual requests. Overall, children are developing polite and responsible behaviour as they follow the childminder's positive role model. This in turn supports children in developing many positive skills that help to set some secure

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and outcomes for children

foundations for their future learning success. 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure that an appropriate first aid qualification is in place (Welfare of the children being cared for) (this also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 09/12/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure that insurance is in place, with regards to liability which may be incurred for death, injury, public liability, damage or other loss (Insurance) 09/12/2010

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Welfare of the children being cared for, Insurance) 09/12/2010

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