Burton Agnes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 117973 Inspection date 07/09/2011 Inspector Arda Halls

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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 three children aged 22, 19 and 14 years. They live in West Acton in the London Borough of Ealing. The whole of the ground floor of the house is used for childminding as well as the toilet and sleeping area on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play and children are regularly taken to the local parks and a local playgroup. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age group. The childminder is currently minding five children in the early years age group on a part-time basis. The family has a bird as a pet. The childminder supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and also supports children who speak English as an additional language.

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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 make good progress in their learning and development. Their individual needs are exceptionally well promoted and an excellent range of resources enhances their learning. Overall, there are effective arrangements in place to help promote their safety and good health. There are strong links with parents and partnerships with other professionals promote children's learning and welfare effectively. The childminder recognises the strengths and weaknesses of her provision and consistently takes steps to improve.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the children's awareness of a range of healthy practices, including explanations about when and why they need to wash their hands.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children and knows what to do if she has a concern about their welfare. Policies and procedures include the steps that would be taken in the event of an allegation of abuse being made. Risk assessments are in place and include outings that children take part in. The childminder completes risk assessments every two months or when a new child starts to attend. This helps to ensure that the safety of all children is well promoted. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder promotes inclusive practice exceptionally well to meet the learning, development and welfare needs of all children. She understands children's individual needs and routines very well. For example, she knows when they need to eat or sleep and arranges play and learning opportunities around these times. Children learn about their own cultures and those of others. The

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the early years provision

childminder provides substantial resources to portray children's individual cultures and takes pride in learning words of their first language. Children can easily choose from a range of resources that are consistently updated, including dressing up clothes to reflect their national costumes.

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the early years provision

The childminder invites parents to inform her of their views about the level of care she provides for their children. Parents are well informed about their children's progress. Their wishes and opinions are shared when they collect their children at the end of the day. The childminder works well with other professionals involved in the care of the children to help promote the children's welfare and learning. The family home is extremely well-resourced. Children are engaged in their play for extensive periods of time as they are able to play and explore a significant range of toys and resources that meets the needs of all children. The childminder ensures that children are able to freely select their preferred toys and resources, which consistently promotes their independence.

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the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about self-evaluation and reflecting on her practice. She has developed a self-evaluation document that demonstrates her commitment to develop her practice wherever necessary. She has addressed the recommendation from the last inspection and seeks to attend regular training updates. She has also developed good links with parents and outside agencies to support children's additional needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are actively engaged in their play and exploration, smiling and laughing and talking confidently with the childminder. They are active and inquisitive, which helps them to become independent learners. Children are fully occupied and enjoy their learning. They like to play with puzzles, read books and experiment with programmable toys. The childminder praises and encourages them in their efforts. She has a good understanding of how children learn and this is evident in the children's learning records. Observations are used well and are linked to the areas of learning. The next steps needed in children's learning are clearly identified and used to inform future planning. As a result children's good progress is evident.

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and outcomes for children

Children's awareness of adopting a healthy lifestyle is developing well overall. For example, they wash their hands after using the potty and before eating lunch, although the childminder does not always explain why this is necessary. The childminder introduces potty training according to the parents' wishes and when the children are ready. All areas of the home are well-maintained and clean, which helps to limit the risk of cross infection. The children benefit from the fresh meals This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 provided by the childminder. They enjoy treats when parental permission is given and are provided with fruit and water for snacks. They receive good support at meal times, which helps them to enjoy the food they eat.

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and outcomes for children

Positive behaviour is clearly evident and consistently promoted throughout the day. Children are kind to one another and demonstrate a good sense of belonging and self-esteem. Children's safety is successfully promoted by the childminder. They are reminded not to run when inside the home. They are beginning to learn about road safety and how to leave the house during practice fire evacuations. Therefore, they develop a good awareness of keeping safe.

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and outcomes for children

Children's interests are extended well and they are developing good skills to support their future learning. For example, their communication, language and literacy skills are enhanced through extensive conversations and the stories they read. They frequently learn about numbers and recognise shapes when assembling puzzles. Some creative play is on offer and children use their imaginations, for example, as they wash dolls and toys in the garden and engage in dressing up activities. The childminder is fully involved in all aspects of the children's play and learning. She is inclusive when playing with older children by including the babies in the activities as well. Babies are fully engaged in play and interact with the childminder in a delightful way. The childminder is effective at presenting well organised play opportunities in which children of differing ages learn to play with one another successfully.

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and outcomes for children

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 1 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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