Sudbury Upper School and Arts College

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 124796 Inspection date 11/03/2011 Inspector Gillian Cubitt

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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 has been registered in 1991. She lives with her husband and adult son in a house in South Norwood. There are public transport links nearby and parking outside the home. The whole of the ground floor of the home is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family has a dog and a rabbit. There is also an aviary and fish pond in the garden.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary part of the Childcare Register. A maximum of four children may attend at any one time, and there is currently one child on roll in the early years age group who attends on a part-time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder attends local carer and toddler groups on a regular basis. She walks to and from school to take and collect children.

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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 benefit positively from the variety of activities together with the warm nurturing care provided by the childminder. Children are very safe and make overall good progress. This is reflected in the close working relationships with parents and others which ensures children's needs are fully understood in this inclusive setting. The childminder enjoys her role and constantly reflects on the service she offers. She has some areas to improve in her records which she has identified. As a result, the childminder is constantly improving outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the safeguarding policy to ensure it reflects practice  develop the system for observation and assessment and use what has been found out about the children so that the next steps in their learning can be planned for

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the early years provision

Good care is taken to promote children's safety and safeguard their welfare. The childminder has a sound understanding of her role to safeguard children although her policy is not clearly written to reflect her practice. Other policies and procedures are all in place and shared with parents. Risk assessments are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 thorough for the home environment and for outings. Appropriate measures are in place to promote the children's safety such as emergency evacuation procedures.

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the early years provision

The childminder understands her role well. All the required documentation pertaining to children's health, safety and welfare is well organised and meets the requirements of registration and the childminder is aware of when she must contact Ofsted. The childminder's self-evaluation is good where she clearly identifies her strengths and recognises areas for development. She has updated her knowledge in first aid and is keen to continue to take courses to develop her professional knowledge for the benefit of the children in her care. Good use is made of the space available, both indoors and out, providing the children with a safe, homely environment for their play. Good quality toys and resources are also well maintained and stored enabling easy access.

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the early years provision

All children are warmly welcomed into the home and the childminder works very closely with parents so that children's uniqueness and individual needs are recognised and met. For example, where possible she will adapt her service to meet the requirements of the family. The childminder provides individual care for children yet encourages them to mix socially with other children and adults at groups which help them embrace the diverse society. Furthermore, the childminder provides good play resources for children that reflect other cultures and positive images of disabilities.

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the early years provision

The childminder is an active member of a local toddler group and uses this to form positive partnerships with other childminders where they work together to promote children's social skills. The childminder is also aware of her responsibility to work with other professionals who have an interest in the children's development. Good partnerships are formed with parents. The friendly verbal feedback and notes keep parents fully informed of the service and children's progress. The continuous discussions with the parents help with the planning of activities when the child is with the childminder as well as when they go home.

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and outcomes for children

Children are nurtured in a warm, loving environment where the childminder intuitively recognises children's abilities. Children benefit because they have plenty of good resources to support them in their learning. The childminder follows the guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage. She observes and plans for children's learning; however, she sometimes finds it difficult to identify children's individual next steps. This is an aspect of the service the childminder aims to develop.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy looking at picture books comfotably sitting on the childminder's lap whilst they turn pages and repeat sounds and words such as 'tick tock'and car. There is a very good selection of quality fact and fiction books as well as mark- making materials which supports children's communication and understanding that print has meaning. They use their imagination playing with small world resources This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and a diverse range dressing up clothes including hats and handbags. The childminder helps children to recognise colour and number through a good selection of puzzles and bright building bricks. Children's awareness of nature is enhanced by playing in the garden where they observe doves and help to feed the rabbit and watch Koi fish in the secured pond. Children also enjoy riding on small mobile equipment and their physical development is extended by regularly visiting

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and outcomes for children

local parks and play areas. There is a calm and positive atmosphere where children happily play and behaviour is very well managed through positive encouragement and praise.

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and outcomes for children

The organisation of daily routines is sensitive to children's needs to play and rest which gives children a strong sense of belonging making them feel safe and secure. All children are valued and join in a wide range of activities and experiences, which help them to value diversity. They play in a clean and well maintained home where they are taught personal hygiene with respect to themselves and when stroking animals. Children enjoy healthy foods and fruit snacks. Drinks of water are always available and children help themselves when they feel thirsty. Children learn to keep themselves safe by the childminder's constant reminders to keep close and observe possible hazards especially when on outings. 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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