Ashton-on-Mersey School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 138123 Inspection date 10/10/2011 Inspector Lisa-Marie Jones

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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 1994. She lives with her husband and two adult children in Tooting, within the London Borough of Merton. The whole of the ground floor, apart from the front room, is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

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 three children under eight years, three of whom can be in the early years age range. There are currently three children on roll, all of whom are in the early years age range.

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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 successfully promotes all aspects of children's welfare and development. She offers a welcoming, child-centred, inclusive home environment. She works closely with parents to ensure she is familiar with children's needs and relevant paperwork is in place. Children make good progress in their learning overall, given their age, ability and starting points. The childminder reflects on the service she provides and demonstrates a positive attitude to continual improvement. She is responsive to the needs of the children who attend and their families.

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further?

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

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further?

 extend the use of self-evaluation further, not only to recognise strengths, but also to clearly identify ideas that will improve the outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She is familiar with the steps to take if she has concerns about a child. She conducts regular checks of her home to make sure that children can move around freely and play safely. The home is well organised and welcoming. Children play in a child- friendly environment, where they can easily choose from a variety of good quality play materials and resources. The documentation that promotes children's health, safety and well-being is in place and supports the smooth day-to-day running of the setting. All aspects of children's care have been discussed with parents. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder works closely with them to make sure she has a thorough understanding of each child's backgrounds and needs. Her knowledge of Urdu and

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the early years provision

Punjabi helps build strong partnerships with individual families, based on mutual respect. Parents are kept up-to-date through daily discussions and they have access to a good range of written information such as policies and procedures. The childminder is aware of the need to build effective partnerships with other providers where children attend more than one setting. This does not apply to any of the children who are currently on roll. The childminder makes use of her own contact with other providers and she attends local courses to develop her professional skills. She completes a self-evaluation form to help her recognise her strengths. However, she does not always use this to full effect to plan clearly areas for future development.

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and outcomes for children

Children Children show a strong sense of belonging at the setting. They develop confidence and independence as they help themselves to toys and play materials. They learn to keep themselves safe, for example, when they take part in a fire drill. Children adopt good hygiene routines when they wash their hands before they eat, which helps protect them from the risk of cross-infection. They benefit from regular home-cooked meals and snacks that meet their nutritional and dietary needs. They take part in regular physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle, running around and using the equipment at the park or in the garden. Children build good relationships with the childminder, who responds to them warmly and knows them well. They take part in a wide variety of stimulating activities and experiences that support their development effectively across all areas of learning. The childminder makes regular observations of the children's

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and outcomes for children

achievements. She identifies the next steps in their learning and regular reviews help her successfully monitor children's progress. Children with English as an additional language make good progress, as the childminder is able to communicate with them in their home language too. Children use their imaginations when they create creative pictures and make models. They are absorbed in role play activities and encourage the childminder to take part in eating foods they have made in their kitchen. They are well occupied throughout the day and benefit from a balanced, varied routine. Children enjoy their time at the setting and are developing positive skills for the future. 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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