Sunny Bank Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 132118 Inspection date 17/10/2011 Inspector Lindsay Farenden

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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 1996. She is currently caring for six children aged under eight, three of whom are in the early years age group. The childminder lives with her husband and one adult child. She lives in a house which is situated within a residential area of Surbiton. There are direct bus routes to Kingston town centre and British Rail links to London. Tolworth Broadway shops and a variety of community facilities, such as parks, schools and a library are all within walking distance.

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Description of the childminding

Children have access to a playroom, living room, kitchen and downstairs toilet facilities. One bedroom on the first floor is used for children's sleep purposes. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of which may be in early years age group range. There are currently four children on roll in the early years age group. She also offers care to children aged over eight years. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects children from local schools and takes children to a toddler group regularly.

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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 relish their time in this relaxed childminding setting in which the childminder provides effective care and learning opportunities, overall. She recognises and values the uniqueness of each child providing a fully inclusive service where each child is nurtured, respected and included. Close working relationships with parents provide excellent continuity of care. The childminder liaises with schools children attend to further promote their learning in her care. She is able to evaluate her practise very well and continually strives for continuous improvement, developing her childcare provision for the benefit of the children.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should: This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006  develop further the planning of activities to support children in their next step of development

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the early years provision

There is a very strong emphasis on safeguarding children within the setting. The childminder has attended safeguarding children training and has an excellent understanding of the signs of abuse and awareness. She has a secure understanding of what to do if she has concerns about a child. All adults living and working in the house have been checked as suitable to be in the presence of children. Extremely high consideration is given to ensure children are safe at all times. Rigorous risk assessments have been undertaken for both inside and outside of the home to reduce the any potential hazards. The childminder carries out fire drills to ensure children can be evaluated quickly and safely in an emergency situation. A wide range of written polices and procedures are in place which guide the childminder her in her daily practice to promote children's welfare. All required parental consents and documentation are in place. The childminder's

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the early years provision

portfolio is shown to parent's giving them detailed of information about her provision and polices.

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the early years provision

One room is set up as a dedicated playroom which is very welcoming for children with colourful posters and photographs of children doing activities. The childminder provides a good range of toys, books and equipment. These are regularly rotated to keep children interested in their play and build on their natural curiosity as learners. Equality is well promoted. Children have many opportunities to learn about the wider world. They learn about other countries using the world map on the wall and playing matching games with figures reflecting people of different races. They enjoy participating in activities that help them learn about their own celebrations and those of others. For example, Christmas and Chinese New Year.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a very positive attitude to caring for children with learning difficulties and or disabilities and is able to willingly work with other agencies involved with the child to help them reach their full potential. The childminder liaises well with the school, ensuring children's needs are met and their learning is continually enhanced in her care. The childminder has built up an excellent partnership with parents, which contribute to inclusion and meeting children's needs well. Parent's views about their child's needs and interests are actively sought during the setting in period and on a regular basis throughout their time at the childminder's. They are kept very well informed of their child's day through verbal feedback and detailed daily diaries. They are kept extremely well informed about their child's progress through discussions and detailed yearly reports. Letters from parents at the time of the inspection show they think highly

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the early years provision

of the childminder and how much their children thoroughly enjoy attending the setting. The childminder liaises well with the school, ensuring children's needs are met and their learning is continually enhanced in her care. The childminder has a level three qualification in child care. She continually improves her practice through evaluation of her service, attending training and improving her observation and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 assessment records to promote good outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children feel very safe and secure in the care of this experienced childminder. She is warm and caring towards the children. They readily approach her to talk about the toys they are playing with and to sit on her lap, when they want a cuddle. Children behave very well because they are constantly engaged in purposeful play. The childminder provides a good role model for children, as she talks to them in a kind and caring manner. She offers them lots of praise and rewards in the form of stickers to develop their self esteem and confidence. The childminder dedicates her time to the children when they are present and ensures they have a good range of planned activities and time to play freely. Each child has their own learning journey file, which is a really super record of the child's time with the childminder and is given to parents when they leave. They show meaningful observations of children's achievements, along with photographs of children enjoying activities. Planning is

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and outcomes for children

individual to each child, although it does not always demonstrate the activities that will be provided to support their next step of learning. Overall children develop a wide range of skills for their future well-being.

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and outcomes for children

Children use their imaginations very well on first hand experiences, as they enjoy taking dolls for walks, as they move freely between the playroom and the kitchen. They have great fun collecting play foods and plates together and then pretending they are going for a picnic. Children have constant access to books and enjoy visiting the library for story times and to choose books. The childminder always makes time to read children stories and look at books with them on a daily basis. Children have fun mark making as they especially enjoy drawing with chalks on the patio area in the garden. The childminder encourages older children with their writing skills as they join dots together to make pictures and enjoy colouring them in. They learn about learning shapes in fun ways, such as making circles and triangles out the stepping stones in the garden and then jumping between them. Children express themselves creatively through a wide range of mediums. These

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and outcomes for children

include art and craft activities, glass painting, making things for Christmas, making bracelets with beads, sand and water play. Children get great pleasure from baking and icing cakes for each other's birthdays.

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and outcomes for children

Children experience the wider community as they visit farms to experience real animals. They learn about nature and develop their interest in nature from visit to Wisley gardens. Regular outing to children's facilities helps to develop their social skills and further supports their development as activities encompass the six areas of learning. Children develop an excellent awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity is given high priority with the well equipped garden being a great source of activity for the children. Children particularly enjoy playing imaginative games in the large wooden pirate ship in the garden. Physical exercise is also supplemented with walks and visits to parks. Children are cared for and play in an extremely clean home in which the childminder gives high priority to hygiene procedures. Children develop a very keen interest in healthy eating, as they grow a

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 variety of vegetables, such as carrots, tomatoes, radishes and eat them for their tea. Parents provide children's lunch which is stored and heated appropriately. Children have constant access to drinks which are kept at their level throughout the day, so they do not become thirsty. The childminder has a fully stocked first aid box holds a current first aid certificate, enabling her to respond to accidents quickly. Children develop an excellent understanding of keeping themselves safe as the childminder talks to them about stranger danger and not touching dogs they do not know in the park. They learn about road safety, and they are particularly aware of cars coming out of driveways when walking along the pavement. 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 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 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 1 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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