Friars School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 131080 Inspection date 24/03/2011 Inspector Daphne Prescott

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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 two children in Portslade, East Sussex. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding with toilet facilities in this area. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a pet dog and a cat. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently three children on roll; of these one is in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is inadequate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The needs of the children in the Early Years Foundation Stage are not fully met. The childminder is not meeting the specific welfare requirements in relation to risk assessment and maintaining first aid training. The childminder communicates with parents when children start at the setting to establish their child's individual care needs. She provides a homely environment where children are warmly welcomed and can enjoy a sound variety of activities. The childminder does not have systems to evaluate her provision and practice, which means weaknesses are not identified and areas for improvement are not addressed. Therefore the childminder does not demonstrate a sufficient capacity to maintain continuous improvement and promote the outcomes for children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the early years provision requires significant improvement. The registered person is given a Notice to Improve that sets out actions to be carried out.

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further?

To comply with the requirements of the EYFS the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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further?

 obtain and maintain a paediatric first aid qualification approved by the local authority (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 24/06/2011

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment and review it regularly - at least once a year or more frequently where the need arises. (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to the compulsory and 15/04/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 voluntary parts of the Childcare Register)  keep a record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation) 15/04/2011

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further?

 carry out a risk assessment for each type of outing and review it before embarking on each specific outing (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 15/04/2011

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further?

To improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 carry out regular evacuation drills and record the details in a fire log book of any problems encountered and how they were resolved  develop systems to observe children's progress to ensure the next steps in their learning are identified and used in planning to promote learning  further develop links with other settings that children attend to share relevant information for continuity and coherence in their learning and development  develop a system of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for improvement .

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the early years provision

Arrangements for safeguarding children are inadequate. The childminder has not updated her paediatric first aid qualification. This does not ensure children's safety is maintained in the event of an accident or emergency. She has not kept a record of risk assessments for her home or outings to ensure that hazards to children, both indoors and outdoors, are kept to a minimum. Consequently, she is in breach of a number of welfare requirements. The childminder has an adequate understanding of child protection issues. She recognises possible signs and symptoms of child abuse and knows who to contact should she have a concern about a child's welfare. The childminder helps children to remember how to keep themselves safe as they talk about road safety when out of the setting. She has procedures for the emergency evacuation of her premises. However, these procedures have not yet been practised to help children further understand how to

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the early years provision

Children are able to access their choice of resources from those available to them within the home. Resources are suitable for the ages of the children attending. The childminder works with the parents to understand the individual and diverse needs of the children in her care. She uses age appropriate explanations with the children to help them understand differences between people and challenges any discriminatory comments. The childminder does not currently care for any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. However, she demonstrates a sound understanding of ensuring that all children are included and understands her responsibilities to work with parents and other agencies to meet the individual needs of children if required. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder builds sound relationships with the parents. They speak highly of

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the early years provision

the childminder and the care she provides. Documentation is completed with parents to obtain details about their individual children. The childminder has devised some policies and procedures which she shares with parents. Daily verbal exchanges of information provide parents with information about aspects of their child's care. The childminder is beginning to share information on children's individual progress with parents. However, she has not yet started sharing information with other settings that the children attend. This requires further development to ensure effective continuity and progression in children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has not become familiar with all of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to implement it effectively in her practice. This has a significant impact upon her childminding. Consequently, she is in breach of several welfare requirements. There are no systems of self-evaluation and her lack of knowledge about the requirements means she does not recognise where there are gaps within her provision for development. The childminder has failed to address some of the recommendations set at her last inspection. She was required to ensure that all her documentation is well maintained and is easily accessible; as a result of not addressing this recommendation the children's welfare is not fully promoted.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a warm and caring relationship with children. They are comfortable and settled with her as they arrive happily after school. She interacts well with the children and they benefit from the supportive relationship with the childminder who provides them with plenty of positive attention. The childminder aims to provide a service that is inclusive for all children and makes sure they can all join in. She has some general awareness of the children's overall development based on their likes and interests. The childminder has started to observe the children during their play. However, observations are not yet fully used in order to track their progress and plan their next steps in their learning based on the children's interests and developmental needs.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a selection of activities which the children enjoy and show interest in. They have a fun time playing a variety of games, as the childminder encourages counting and problem solving. Mark-making activities include opportunities for drawing developing children's writing skills. The childminder also provides creative activities which include painting and sticking, which helps towards developing their imagination. Children's language skills are promoted as they are encouraged to ask questions and comment about their activities. The childminder uses the outdoors appropriately to help children develop their physical skills as they run around and play football in the fresh air.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing independence in their self-care and are beginning to have an understanding of aspects of hygiene through daily routines, such as washing their own hands before snack time. After school the childminder aims to ensure all This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 children eat healthily; she provides a variety of snacks as they arrive home consisting of fresh fruits and breadsticks. Drinks are continually available, and all children's dietary requirements are adhered to which aids their well-being. Snack time is a sociable occasion where the childminder chats to the children about their day at school. Children do show they have a sense of belonging within the setting and throughout the inspection they behave well. They are settled and generally display confidence as they play alongside each other. 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 4 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 4

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 4 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

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 24/06/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 keep and implement a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 15/04/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 devise a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email (Procedures for dealing with complaints) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 15/04/2011

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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 early years section of the report (Welfare of the children being cared for, Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 24/06/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified on the compulsory part of the Childcare register (Arrangements for safeguarding children, Procedures for dealing with complaints). 15/04/2011

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