Crisp Vocational Provision Ltd

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 147950 Inspection date 10/03/2011 Inspector Maria Conroy

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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 1995. She lives with her husband and two adult children in a house in Hatch End in the London borough of Harrow. The whole of the ground floor is available for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. There are no pets on the premises.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time and is currently minding 10 children on a part time basis of whom five are in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She walks to local schools and toddler groups to take and collect children. The childminder 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 satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled and the childminder provides a secure environment in a home from home setting. The childminder has yet to undertake the self evaluation process effectively and as a result there are some weaknesses in the records kept. She has begun to complete observations; however these are not yet fully developed. At the previous inspection the areas for improvement have now been addressed which has resulted in the area used by children being safely maintained and systems for prevention of cross infection have been improved.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain prior written permission for each and every medicine from parents before any medication is given (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 10/03/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the process of self-evaluation, to reflect on practice and identify strengths and weaknesses, in order to improve the outcomes for children  develop the use of observations to analyse and use what you have found out about children to identify the next steps in their learning, using the practice guidance for support, to influence planning for children's individual needs  extend the safeguarding procedures to include the steps to be taken if an allegation is made against the childminder or a family member  develop the systems in place to share information with other settings children This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 attend to receive the early years foundation stage curriculum

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the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of how to safeguard children and the procedures to be followed in the event of having to make a referral. A safeguarding procedure is in place, which can be referred to if required, however it does not include the procedure to be followed in the event of an allegation being made against the childminder or a member of her family. The childminder has procedures in place to administer medication; however she has yet to obtain prior written consent before administering medication, as a result children are not fully protected. The childminder has undertaken risk assessments on the premises and the outings children take part in.

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the early years provision

The childminder has recently begun to identify areas for improvement in the service she provides however she has yet to undertake an effective process of self evaluation and as a result some of the weaknesses have yet to be addressed. The childminder does seek the views of the parents for whom she provides the service, enabling them to help identify ways of improving the service.

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the early years provision

The childminder obtains basic information from parents enabling her to meet the individual needs of the children who attend. As time goes on the childminder verbally communicates with parents ensuring she is fully updated of the child's needs. Children are learning to respect each other and those from other cultural backgrounds; they have a range of toys and equipment which promote postiive images of the diverse community in which they live.

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the early years provision

The childminder communicates effectively with parents keeping them informed of their child's care. The parent's poster and complaints procedures are shared with the parents and the certificate of registration is prominently displayed. Parents confirm they like the home from home atmosphere and the care and attention the childminder give their children. A number of the families attending have had more than one child cared for by the childminder.

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the early years provision

The childminder has an awareness of working with other professionals however she has yet to fully implement procedures for sharing information with other practitioners.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and its implementation. The childminder has a daily routine which ensures that children have a variety of activities throughout the days they attend. She takes regular photos of the children taking part in activities and includes observations of the children during their play. However the childminder has yet to analyse the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 information obtained to yet to identify the next steps for moving children along the stepping stones towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Children are becoming confident through the activities they take part in, they enjoy singing action songs such as 'wheels on the bus' and their language skills are supported as they identify everyday objects through the use of flash cards. Children explore paint and use their imagination as they make birthday cakes with play dough. Children have opportunities to go on local outings such as the library and the children's centre where they meet other children of a similar age.

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and outcomes for children

Young children are developing a sense of security and confidence within the setting, due to positive interaction from the childminder. They regular receive cuddles and are given positive praise. Children have opportunities to learn how to keep themselves safe through daily routines, such as when they go out, they talk about road safety, which is supported using materials from the 'traffic club'. This information is shared with parents so they can re-enforce this at home. They also take part in fire drills, teaching them how to safely get out of the building in the event of an emergency.

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and outcomes for children

Children are provided with a varied diet, with regular drinks of water available for all children throughout the day. Children are reminded to wash their hands before they eat their snack or their lunch and there are opportunities for children to take part in physical activities, for example, they go to the park and play in the garden. Children are happy and settled in the setting; they display a sense of belonging and security. This enables children to feel safe and secure and confident to explore, investigate and try new things. Children are well behaved, and the childminder acts as a positive role model, encouraging good manners and respect for one another. Children are encouraged to share and take turns and the childminder gives each of the children equal attention throughout the day.

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and outcomes for children

Children generally make satisfactory progress in communicating, literacy, numeracy and skills relating to information and communication technology. Children are beginning to explore battery operated toys for example the telephones, they are provided with opportunities to mark make and to enhance their language skills by listening to stories. Children are provided with regular opportunities to develop their social skills through the outings and groups they attend. 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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