Dinas Junior School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 401162 Inspection date 10/10/2011 Inspector Ros Vahey

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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 2000. She lives with her husband and three older children, one of whom is an adult. They live in a semi-detached house in Selby, North Yorkshire. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding, with bathroom facilities being on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed rear garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. Children attend for a variety of sessions on a part-time basis. The childminder takes and collects children from the local primary school and visits other local activities in the community.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has a level 3 qualification and is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

Most children are making good progress in their learning and development because the childminder knows them well and works closely with their parents and carers. This also ensures that children's individual needs are sensitively met. Children's learning is well supported by the huge range of toys and resources available to them. The childminder regularly evaluates the quality of her provision and is well aware of her strengths and weaknesses. She is committed to continually improving her provision for the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the involvement of parents and children in self- evaluation as the basis of ongoing internal review  tailor support according to individual needs, taking into account children who speak English as an additional language, have special educational needs and/or disabilities, or who are gifted and talented.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded and well protected in the setting because the childminder has a good knowledge of local safeguarding procedures. She is well informed about child protection and has the appropriate contact details available should she be concerned about a child. All household members are suitably vetted. Children are kept very safe while in the childminder's care because she is vigilant and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 supervises the children well. She regularly reviews and updates her risk assessments that cover all areas of her home, including the garden. This means all children are well protected when using equipment and resources, such as the trampoline and the new decking area. Children are also further protected because the childminder keeps good records, including accident, medication and attendance records.

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the early years provision

The childminder is knowledgeable about the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses this well to support children in their learning. The environment is well organised. There are a huge range of exciting resources for children to choose from, including technological toys, such as a computer. Children are able to choose what they would like to play with and there are some resources that they can access for themselves, such as the books and role play cooker. This means that they are able to thrive and make good progress in their development.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms close working relationships with parents and carers. She obtains useful information about each child, such as what they can do themselves as well as their dietary and personal care needs. This means that parents' wishes and children's individual needs are effectively met. The childminder and parents share important information about their child's starting points and progress. This means that parents can become involved in their child's learning and each child is well supported in making progress towards the early learning goals. Their next steps for learning are identified through a thorough approach to observation and assessment. Effective relationships with other provisions and professionals involved with the children are firmly established and contribute well to supporting children's welfare and learning. However, the childminder does not fully involve parents and children in the self-evaluation process to improve further the quality of the

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and outcomes for children

Children really enjoy being in this setting. They are confident and extremely secure in its routines because the childminder is careful to meet their needs. Children are able to move freely and safely around the setting because the childminder ensures their environment is very safe. For example, they are well aware of where they can go in the setting and know how to use the toys and other resources safely. Children's good health is promoted effectively by the childminder. They readily wash their hands because good hand washing routines are well established. They are starting to learn about making good choices in food because they are offered healthy options, such as fruit. Children are able to get out in the fresh air on most days, either when walking to school or playing in the garden. They are developing good physical skills in walking, running and jumping because they make use of a variety of resources. For example, they can use the slide and other equipment to

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and outcomes for children

test and challenge their skills and they dance, sing and jump to songs and music.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals because the childminder plans activities around their interests and needs. She regularly observes what they can do and records their progress so that what they need to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 do next is identified. Many children are developing good language skills. However, too few opportunities are taken to tailor support according to individual needs, such as with children who experience special educational needs or other barriers to learning. They enjoy their books and making a tall tower of bricks. The children have plenty of opportunities to try out their early writing and drawing skills. For example, they like to make lines and circles with a variety of paint colours and make prints from leaves that they have collected on a walk to the park. They are learning to count up to ten and enjoy recognising shapes in the jigsaw puzzles.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder promotes children's knowledge and understanding of the world through a variety of activities, such as making cakes, celebrating Pancake Day and playing with dolls from different cultures and backgrounds. Children are learning about their own and other cultures and beliefs because they celebrate family birthdays and festivals together, such as Chinese New Year. Children are learning to develop positive attitudes towards themselves and others because the childminder provides positive role models in books, jigsaws and posters on display.

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and outcomes for children

Children are also gaining good skills in using technology as they access a variety of games and programmes via the computer. This means that children are also developing good skills for the future. Children behave really well in the setting. This is because the childminder offers clear expectations and uses positive praise to encourage good behaviour and cooperation. 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 1 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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