The Forest View Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 143886 Inspection date 09/05/2011 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 since March 2000. She lives with her partner and adult children in the London borough of Lambeth. The property is within walking distance of a local bus routes, shops and parks.

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Description of the childminding

Childminding is carried out on the ground floor, with bathroom facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family have two pet cockatoos.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years; of these, not more than three may be in the Early Years age group, and of these, not more than one may be under one year at any one time. There is no provision for overnight care. The childminder currently has two children on roll.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has gained levels 2 and 3 National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in childcare.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register.

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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's care needs are met well due to t he childminder's knowledge and understanding of their individual needs. Positive relationships with parents have been established. The childminder provides a varied selection of resources, play materials and toys. However, the childminder has not yet secured adequate knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. As a result her written observations lack detail and do not plan for the children's next steps in their learning. All the recommendations set at the last inspection have been complied with.

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further?

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

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further?

 acquire further knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework  undertake sensitive observational assessments in order to plan and provide experiences which are appropriate to each child's stage of development as they progress towards the early learning goals This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The steps taken by the childminder to safeguard the children in her care are good. She is aware of safeguarding issues and of how to respond if she has any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. She has attended appropriate training in the last few years and is familiar with current procedures. Children are protected from potential harm within the childminder's home as safety devices such as electrical socket covers, a fire blanket and smoke alarms are in place. Regular risk assessments for her home are conducted and the details recorded. Trips and outings are also risk assessed. An emergency escape plan has been devised, practiced with the children and the details of these drills are recorded. The childminder has completed first aid training but this qualification now needs to be updated. She has made arangements to attend an appropriate course. Parental consents are also in place; parents provide their written consent allowing the

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the early years provision

childminder to obtain emergency medical advice or treatment should the need arise.

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the early years provision

Improvements to her service are viewed as important by the childminder. To this end she seeks the views of parents by providing them with questionnaires to complete. She takes their comments on board and implements their ideas into her service where possible. The childminder is in the process of completing Ofsted's self evaluation form which will further enable her to effectively monitor her childminding service and identify targets for further improvement.

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the early years provision

Each child's individual needs and abilities are respected. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children's care needs are met. Daily discussions with parents keep parents informed of their child's day. Parents are told what their child has eaten, sleep times and the activities they have enjoyed.

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the early years provision

The childminders displays a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Puzzles, dolls, small figures and books which reflect diversity are available for the children. These enable children to learn about the wider society and other cultural backgrounds in a positive way.

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and outcomes for children

Children feel relaxed, safe and secure within the childminder's home and have formed secure attachments with the childminder. The children help themselves to resources that are accessible in baskets, boxes and plastic containers. The childminder spends time with the children in her care offering them support as they enjoy the activities. For example, children enjoy being creative as they draw cut shapes and stick these onto paper using glue sticks with her help. Children are able to use their imagination as they make play meals and drinks in the role play kitchen for both the childminder and inspector to enjoy. Being read to is another firm favourite; the childminder uses props to make the stories come to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 life and this activity is enjoyed by the children. The childminder also likes to use everyday experiences such as counting as they go up and down the stairs to help

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and outcomes for children

the children with learning numbers and counting. Younger children are able to explore interactive toys, pushing buttons and working out that one action causes another to occur. Opportunities for children to improve their physical skills are provided. Children are able to ride tricycles, engage in water and sand play and climb on the climbing frame in the outdoor play area of the local children's centre. The childminder has completed a few observations of the children in her care. However these observations lack detail and children's achievements and progress in relation to all areas of their development is not complete. Through the childminder's knowledge of the local community, the children benefit from visits to local parks and 'one o'clock clubs'. Children's behaviour is suitably supported. The childminder uses appropriate strategies depending on the child's age and stage of development to divert attention away from unwanted behaviour

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and outcomes for children

and explains appropriate behaviour . Meals for the children currently in her care are provided by parents and these meals are stored appropriately in the fridge prior to being heated through. Healthy snacks of fruit and savoury biscuits are provided. Water is also available for the children to drink throughout the day. The children are encouraged to develop an awareness of adopting healthy eating habits. Children learn to develop self-care skills as they are encouraged feed themselves, wash their hands when appropriate and to tidy away the toys. The childminder uses good hygiene routines for nappy- changing. 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 3

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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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