Snape Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 148824 Inspection date 06/10/2011 Inspector Tracy Bartholomew

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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 2001. She lives with her husband and five children. They live in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Childminding mainly takes place on the whole of the ground floor. Children access the upstairs areas to use the bathroom and sleep only. There is a fully enclosed garden available 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. She is registered to care for no more than four children under eight years of age. Of these, three children may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for one child in this age group on a part-time basis. The childminder's home is within walking distance of local shops, parks and school. The family has one dog and rabbits.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy, settled and confident in the care of this childminder. Children make sound progress in their learning and development, although systems to monitor their progress do not involve parents or effectively support planning.. The childminder sufficiently safeguards the children overall, although risk assessments are incomplete and not fully recorded. Positive partnerships are in place with parents which promote continuity of care, and plans are in place to link up with other professionals when the need arises. The systems for self-evaluation are developing and the childminder demonstrates a sufficient capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 conduct a risk assessment to identify aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis: maintain a record of these particular aspects and when they have been checked. Take all reasonable steps to ensure that hazards to children - both indoors and outdoors - are kept to a minimum (Suitable premises, environment and equipment). 07/11/2011

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further?

 keep a record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation) 07/11/2011 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 develop further ongoing observational assessment to inform planning for each child's continuing development  provide parents with regular opportunities to review their children's progress and contribute to their learning and development records.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of her duties to safeguard children. However, the childminder does not identify and take reasonable steps to reduce all hazards, such as loose wires and the fish pond or record her risk assessment to support its review. These are breaches of the welfare requirements. Nevertheless, the children are not in immediate danger as the childminder is always with them to maintain their safety. The childminder has a clear understanding of the procedure to follow in the event of a child protection concern. She has a current first aid certificate. This as a result enables her to act in the best interests of the children in the event of an accident. A suitable range of policies and procedures guide the childminder's daily practice. These are available to the parents upon requests and referred to in the initial meetings. This as a result, contributes to children being appropriately safeguarded.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to evaluate her provision and identifies some areas for future development, such as profiles for the children to more closely monitor their progress. She has a suitable vision for the future of her provision and plans to develop her knowledge and resources of equality and diversity. This reflects sufficient capacity to maintain improvement.

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the early years provision

Children's progress in relation to their starting points is satisfactory. Resources are well utilised, fit for purpose and support the children's learning and development, which as a result positively promotes the children's development. Children achieve well due to the setting that they are in and the childminder promotes inclusion and tackles unfair discrimination appropriately. All children are treated equally and with respect.

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the early years provision

The childminder engages well with parents. She ensures she speaks to all parents at the end of the day about their child's well being and achievements. However, systems do not yet enable them to more fully review their children's progress and contribute to their learning records. The childminder understands the need to communicate with other professionals involved in the care and learning of the children, to maintain continuity of care. However, there are currently no children in her care who attend other early year's settings. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children feel safe and secure while in the care of this experienced childminder. She is attentive to the children's needs and has bonded well with their families. This helps her to create a positive learning environment for the children, where their individual needs are suitably met, and where they make stead progress in their learning. The childminder is beginning to observe children's play, but does not use her observations to clearly track their development towards the early learning goals or to identify their next steps in learning. This means that she cannot be certain that the children are developing to their full potential. Children enjoy the variety of activities on offer. They use simple technology toys such as telephones and battery operated toys. Younger children enjoy exploring the animal snap cards, where they develop new skills such as matching and sorting. Children have sound opportunities to learn about the local environment and develop their social

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and outcomes for children

skills as they enjoy regular visits to the children centre and to the shops.

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and outcomes for children

Children have daily opportunities to play outdoors in the enclosed garden which has a suitable range of resources including a trampoline and push-around toys. They have regular outings in the local environment, such as visiting the local parks and exploring the fields. This encourages them to be active on a regular basis and develop awareness of healthy lifestyles. All children receive a suitable amount of one-to-one attention and interaction from the childminder. She is has a sound awareness of their daily routines and ensures that these are well maintained during the day. This helps them to feel safe and secure within her care.

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and outcomes for children

Children all enjoy a range of activities which cover the six areas of learning. The childminder maintains their interest by allowing the children the freedom to choose what they would like to play with. She then suitably supports their play to extend their knowledge and development. For example, when playing with the kitchen they talk about the foods they are using, the colours and how many items they have on their plate. This promotes the children's early numeracy and communication skills and develops skills that support future learning. Children have a range of opportunities to do creative work; they enjoy making pictures with crayons and pens which promotes their creative development and hand-eye coordination.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy living. They benefit from regular fresh air and exercise. They understand the basics of how to keep themselves healthy, for example, by washing their hands after visiting the toilet. The childminder has a consistent approach to behaviour as she praises positive behaviour and encourages children to show respect and care for others. Children's cultures, beliefs and religions are respected and children are starting to become aware of some differences and similarities of others, through planned activities. The childminder has a selection of resources such as books and dressing-up clothes that promote positive images of diversity, this together with regular outings in the local community help develop children's sense of belonging. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 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 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 undertake a risk assessment of the premises and equipment at least once in each calendar year, and immediately, where the need for an assessment arises. Ensure that all necessary measures are taken to minimise any identified risks (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 07/11/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified for the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment). 07/11/2011

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