Broadfields Junior School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 101260 Inspection date 11/04/2011 Inspector ISP Inspection Zahida Hatia

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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 first registered in 2000. She lives with her husband and their two teenage daughters in a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Bishops Cleeve Cheltenham. The property is within walking distance of local amenities such as school, shops and parks. The whole of the property is registered for childminding. There is a fully enclosed back garden for outside play. The childminder walks to local schools and attends the local parent and toddler group and 'Music with Mummy' group on a weekly basis. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under the age of eight years, of whom three may be in the early years age group. Care is provided on a full and part-time basis throughout the year. She currently has six children on roll on a part-time basis, all of whom are in the early years age group. The family has tropical fish.

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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 enjoy their time with the childminder, are well supported in their play and learning and therefore make good progress. The childminder uses her knowledge of the children to meet their individual needs appropriately and she works mostly successfully with parents through the regular exchange of information. Effective systems for safeguarding ensure children's welfare is actively promoted. The childminder is beginning to reflect on her practice and demonstrates a commitment to improvement through regular training.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve systems to involve parents as part of the ongoing observation and assessment process, in order to contribute to their children?s learning and development  further develop the self evaluation process to fully include the views and opinions of both parents and children to improve outcomes for children

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children in her care. She has attended safeguarding training and has a good understanding of possible indicators of abuse and the actions to take if required to do so. All adults associated with the setting have been appropriately checked. All records are stored confidentially with regard to the children's attendance, medication and accidents. The childminder has updated the documents in her portfolio to reflect the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Effective systems are in place to ensure all areas of the provision have been appropriately risk assessed and steps are taken to reduce hazards appropriately.

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the early years provision

Parents are kept informed about their children's development and care. Written policies and procedures underpin the childminder's good practice. Parents have copies of the childminder's policies and procedures and give written consents for those requiring their permission, for example, sharing information, taking photographs and when on outings.

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the early years provision

The childminder maintains good partnerships with parents by regularly exchanging information about their children's routine, both verbally and through a daily diary system. However, systems to involve parents in contributing to observations and assessments are not yet fully established. Partnerships with other settings are maintained by regular meetings with key persons of playgroups for children who attend more than one provision. The childminder has begun to implement a process of self-evaluation to help support the continuous improvement of the provision. However, this is in the early stages of development and as yet the views of parents and children are not fully incorporate in this process.

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the early years provision

Good improvements have been made since the previous inspection with the childminder addressing the recommendations that were raised. For example, the childminder is implementing good hygiene procedures such as washing hands before eating and after toileting, ensuring that paper towels are used to prevent cross infection. She has implemented clear planning so that observations and assessments for individual children are regularly carried out. The childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The setting is well organised so children can move around freely and access their toys and resources independently. The childminder allows children time to explore their activities fully and therefore the children are supported and happily make choices for themselves.

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and outcomes for children

Children are warmly welcomed into the childminder's home. They settle quickly and confidently, eagerly join in with activities and playing with their friends. Toys are easily accessible to children because the resourses are stored in clearly labelled boxes and are set out so that children can self select what they want to play with. The childminder has organised the play rooms so that different activities can be set up in different parts of the house. For example, children regularly take their dolls out to the garden and pretend to make a home area using the tent. Children make playdough with the childminder, sitting at the garden table mixing together flour, salt and coloured water. The childminder supports children's play well, making good use of questioning to encourage thinking. For example, she asks the children to describe the texture of the flour saying "what does the flour feel like in your

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and outcomes for children

hands" "Is it soft" and ?2How much water shall we pour into the flour This helps children's mathematical development. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder encourages good behaviour through gentle reminders about caring for the younger children and being kind to each other. Children enjoy a wide range of activities and experiences, both adult led and child initiated. Planning of activities is based on the needs and interests of the children and ensures all six areas of learning are covered. The childminder uses her knowledge and observations of the children to assess and plan for their next steps in learning, linking these to the early learning goals. The childminder promotes equality and diversity in a way which is meaningful to the children by ensuring they become aware of the diversity within their own community and of the wider world. For

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and outcomes for children

example, the children have recently made cards in preparation for Easter and they have also celebrated the Chinese New Year. Children's individual needs are fully known and therefore they feel secure and happy, cuddling up with the childminder when having a discussion. Children gain good skills for their future lives by visiting the library, childminding groups and attending music sessions locally.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a clean, homely environment. Good hygiene routines are in place in which the dangers of cross-infection are prevented well. Children are learning personal hygiene through understanding why they should wash their hands before eating food and after using the toilet. Children are active or restful through choice and sleep in line with their individual needs and parent's wishes. They learn about hygiene routines, have plenty of drinks to keep them hydrated and eat nutritious foods. Local walks and outdoor play contribute to gaining plenty of fresh air and exercise, thus promoting a healthy lifestyle. Children's knowledge about personal safety is consistently encouraged as they discuss road safety with the childminder when out walking. 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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