St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 124762 Inspection date 29/04/2011 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 registered in 1992. She lives with her two children adult children in a house in South Norwood, in the London Borough of Croydon. There is level access to the home and parking facilities outside. Children have the use of all downstairs rooms and the rear 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. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time and is currently minding three children of whom one child is in the early years' age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from nearby schools. She takes younger children to local children's centres and parks.

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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

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of each child's individual needs and has established generally effective systems for planning and observing children's progress under the Early Years Foundation Stage. Most policies and procedures necessary to safeguard children on the premises are well- organised and shared with parents. There is a good partnership with parents and others who work with the children. Regular self-evaluation ensures that any priorities for future development are appropriately identified and acted on.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written permission from parents before administering medication to children (Promoting good health) 13/06/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 update policies to ensure they reflect practice especially with reference to the use of organisations such as the National Childminding Association  develop observations on children to note their next steps in future planning to ensure that all six areas of learning are covered This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are protected well as the childminder understands her responsibilities towards the children in her care with regard to protecting children. She has attended relevant training and has procedures in place to follow if required. The childminder also safeguards children by checking her home each day to ensure that hazards are kept to a minimum, maintaining good written records of risk assessments. However, there is a lack of attention to some of the childminder's documentation. For example, the impressive range of policies which are shared with parents do not all reflect the childminder's practice, especially with regard to procedures for contacting and working with other organisations. Also, the childminder breaches a welfare requirement by not obtaining parents' written permission every time a course of medication is requested by them. This ensures that medication is correctly administered and children's health is protected.

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the early years provision

The organisation of the childminder's home provides children with sound opportunities to learn and develop. The home is well-equipped with a good range of diverse toys which are easily accessible to children to enable them to make their own choices. The childminder deploys her time and resources well by following weekly plans. These provide children with a wide variety of opportunities to mix with other children, to learn through their play, whilst developing their knowledge others within a culturally rich community.

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the early years provision

Relationships with parents are very good. Parents have completed questionnaires and recorded positive comments in support of the childminder. She also works well with other professionals who are involved with the children. For example, she keeps in touch with the children's key persons who care for the children during their attendance at nursery. She has also has good working partnerships with other childminders, staff at children's centres and the local authority.

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the early years provision

The childminder's practical approach to childminding helps her to focus on children's everyday play experiences well. She works very effectively with another childminder to review her practice and complete self evaluation records. The childminder has met the recommendations from the last inspection and has constantly reviewed her practice through regular training.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and relaxed in the childminder's home where they have good opportunities to learn through play. Children regularly enjoy playing outside where they explore the natural environment and take part in more energetic physical activities such as riding in small cars and climbing slides. Children develop their confidence and skills as they play with a range of interesting toys and resources where they are available in the lounge where the space allows for them to move freely. The childminder knows the child very well and joins in with his interest in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 cars making sure that she extends his learning of size and different colours during car play activities. She also introduces other games to build upon children's skills in building and stacking as well as creative exercises with paints, water and sand. Furthermore, the childminder ensures children learn about their community and

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and outcomes for children

meet their friends either at the homes of other childminders, children's centres, parks and as well as shopping trips. The childminder's good knowledge of the children she cares for means that she quickly understands what children need to help them make progress. She observes children generally well and notes some good observations, for example, she notes when children climb slides on their own as a result of her encouraging children to climb with confidence. However, the childminder does not systematically note the next steps into future planning to ensure all aspects of children's learning is completely covered.

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and outcomes for children

Children are supported well to learn good personal hygiene habits such as hand washing and eating nutritious meals and regular water for refreshment. The potential for cross-infection is further limited because the childminder ensures that parents are very well-informed about exclusion periods for illnesses and she keeps a chart of timescales for children returning after an illness. Children enjoy their time outdoors giving them plenty of exercise and fresh air. Children's safety knowledge is promoted well, for example, through discussions about safety and by taking part in evacuation procedures.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is managed well due to the childminder's consistent approach in promoting positive behaviour and acting as a good role model. Children receive lots of praise, encouragement and guidance is applied to ensure they are aware of acceptable boundaries. 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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