St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 148810 Inspection date 20/10/2011 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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 who is also her assistant and their two children in Holyport in Maidenhead in Berkshire. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor for childminding, with toilet and sleeping facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children and she attends the local pre-school groups. 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 a maximum of six children at any one time. Of these, three may be in the early years age range. When working with an assistant, together they may care for up to eight children at any one time, six of whom may be in the early years age range. They are currently minding nine children in the early years age range who attend at various times.

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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 provides an inclusive and very welcoming service in which children's welfare needs are effectively met. The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of the early learning goals and helps children make good progress overall. She successfully identifies the strengths and areas for development in her practice and works well towards maintaining continuous improvement. Overall, positive partnerships with parents, carers and other professionals mean that children's individual needs are well promoted.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the systems for observational assessment, in partnership with parents, to inform planning for each child's continuing development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of her role in relation to safeguarding children and she knows the correct procedures to follow if she has any concerns. Furthermore, all adults in the home are suitably checked. Children are able to explore safely as the childminder has limited potential hazards in her home. Their safety is promoted on outings because the childminder undertakes specific risk assessments for each type of outing. The childminder has effective systems in place to record accidents and medication administration. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder evaluates her childminding service well. She identifies her skills and areas for development, and attends various training courses to further enhance her childcare skills. Since the last inspection, the childminder has taken positive steps to meet the previous recommendations, which demonstrates her

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the early years provision

capacity to bring about ongoing improvement.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents and carers are good. Parents are informed about their child's routine and achievements both verbally, by text messaging and through their individual assessment file. The file also contains photos of the children during their play and samples of their art work. All comments from parents are very positive; they are delighted with the childminding service they receive. The childminder makes effective links with pre-school groups, childminding colleagues and the local school that minded children attend. In addition, she works very well with her assistant to provide a good childminding service for children and their families.

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the early years provision

Equality and diversity practices are good. The childminder provides an inclusive environment where children feel valued as individuals. Toys and resources help children to learn about diversity and the childminder raises children's awareness of different lifestyles through celebrating special events. Children have plenty of space to explore the varied activities in clean and comfortable surroundings. They have easy access to a good range of nursery furniture, toys and resources to meet their varying needs. All children have equal access to the toys and activities on offer.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn good hygiene routines which, help to prevent the spread of germs and promote their good health. For example, they have their own towel, flannel, tooth and hairbrush. A suitable sick child policy is shared with parents to prevent the spread of unnecessary illness. Parents generally provide their children's food until they are about two-years-old. The childminder is then happy to provide food for the children; ensuring options are healthy and nutritious. Children learn about eating healthily, for example, as they wash their hands before eating fruit together at the table.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing a good understanding of how to keep themselves safe, for example, as they cross the roads safely when out and about in the community. The childminder has clearly defined procedures for the emergency evacuation of her premises and children are aware of fire safety because they take part in regular fire drills. The childminder manages children's behaviour well, providing a good role model for politeness and consideration of others. Children are totally relaxed at the childminder's home as they choose what to play with.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's planning and assessment procedures are not fully developed in order to consistently promote children's learning outcomes. However, the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder builds on children's interests and has a good knowledge and understanding of the early learning goals overall. As a result, children make good progress. Each child has their own scrapbook of photos, which they love to look at and this helps to promote their self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy fresh air and exercise on a daily basis; they are increasing their physical skills as they run, climb, balance, slide and steer wheeled toys. Children are learning about the environment in which they live as they plant and water vegetables at the allotment. They enjoy feeding the ducks on the river, visiting the farm and park. Make-believe play with toy animals, dolls and doctor's play sets, helps to develop children's imaginations. Children begin to recognise their name on the board when they arrive each day and on their coat and towel peg. They are increasing their problem-solving skills as they fit the train track together, cut wooden fruits in half and build with bricks.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about the world in which they live, for instance, as they play with a range of multicultural resources and celebrate festivals, such as Diwali and Chinese New Year. Children experience a wider range of activities at local pre-school groups where they socialise with others. They particularly enjoy singing and music sessions. Children are having fun and they enjoy their time in the care of the childminder and her assistant. The experiences provided enable children to develop a good range of skills to help support their future learning. 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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