St Clare's Catholic Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 107325 Inspection date 10/11/2011 Inspector Pamela Bailey

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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 1997. She lives with her two adult children and her husband, who is also a registered childminder. They live in the London Borough of Southwark, close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. The whole of the childminder's home is used for childminding, with the exception of the master bedroom.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at anyone time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder takes and collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 benefit greatly from a child focussed environment which reflects their individual needs, interests and achievements. Partnerships with parents, other providers and agencies are well established to ensure continuation and progress in children's learning and care. Effective arrangements exist to ensure children's safety and health. However, the childminder is in breach of one of the specific legal requirements put in place to promote children's safety. Nevertheless, this does not have a significant impact on children's safety. The childminder has been successful in making and sustaining improvements. All adults working with the children are fully supported in their training and development, so that practice continues to provide positive outcomes for all children who attend.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that the risk assessment is reviewed at least once a year or more frequently where the need arises (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register) 24/11/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further self-evaluation by providing opportunities for children to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 share their views about the provision.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is effectively safeguarded overall. All adults working with the children have secure knowledge and understanding about their role and responsibility in protecting children and have attended safeguarding training. Children's health is promoted well. Adults know and understand how to protect children from the spread of infection because hygiene practice is of a good standard. First aid certificates are consistently maintained which ensures that children receive appropriate care if there is an accident. The childminder is vigilant about safety and have taken good action to manage and minimise risks to children. However, risk assessments are not reviewed yearly as stated in the specific legal requirements. The childminder is enthusiastic about what she does and makes good use of local community facilities to extend children's learning and the variety of activities for the children. Indoors children have access to a dedicated play room

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the early years provision

where resources are plentiful and easily accessible. The environment displays children's art work and photographs which gives them a sense of belonging.

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the early years provision

The childminder and other adults working with the children are committed to their professional development. They have all achieved a professional qualification relevant to early years and have attended a vast range of training courses such as, Autism and Aspergers, Observation and Planning, and Food Safety Awareness in Catering. The childminder has been successful in making improvements. For example, she has changed the flooring which has improved aspects of children's health. In addition, all recommendations made at the last inspection have been fully addressed which has improved children's welfare and partnership with parents. This shows she has the ability to make progress and maintain high standards. The childminder actively seeks the views of the parents through her questionnaires. Parents have written very positive comments about the standard of care that the childminder provides. However, the childminder has not developed

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the early years provision

systems to seek the views of the children.

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the early years provision

Good information is shared between the childminder and parents before children start to help form the basis of care which helps meet the children's unique needs. Parents contribute to their child's initial assessments and are involved in supporting their children's learning through contributing to special events and continuing activities at home. Effective working relationships have been established with other providers delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage. For example, the childminder often visits the local schools to support the settling in process for children attending other settings. She continues current school topics at home and keeps up-to-date with information through attending open days, newsletters and talking with teachers about individual children's learning and development. The childminder receives plenty of support from the local authority and regularly networks with other childcare professionals to exchange ideas and share good

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the early years provision

practice. She has attended courses to develop specialist knowledge and skills that will enable her to meet the needs of a wider group of children, should the need This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 arise.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provide good opportunities for children to build upon what they know. She interacts very well with the children and extends the children's knowledge, through learning opportunities that arise during play. Children are able to explore within their surroundings, moving around independently and confidently as they investigate the different range of activities. The childminder follows children's interests supporting learning through talking to children, introducing numbers and colours in their play. Children's communication, language and literacy skills are effectively promoted. Young children are developing a healthy interest in books. They listen to stories and become involved by pointing to object, helping to turn the pages and conversing in a variety of different ways. They use a range of different mark making materials and investigate interactive toys by pushing buttons and pulling levers, moving their body in reaction to the different sounds.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's home positively reflects the wider community. Posters, books and other resources have created a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. These promote positive images of different cultures, ethnicity, gender and disability which help children to learn about and value differences.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health, safety and overall well-being is promoted through many sound practices and procedures within the provision. They are offered healthy meals and snacks, and regular drinks according to their individual needs which support their overall good health. Younger children are developing many valuable self-care skills as they learn to feed themselves and are supported to wash their hands before eating. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure as they respond positively to the warm interaction they receive from the childminder. They regularly practice the emergency evacuation procedures which helps them to become familiar with the routine in the event of an emergency situation. Children have many opportunities to enjoy being active and develop their physical skills. They use large scale climbing equipment in the park or visit the local leisure centre where they are able to scramble through tunnels and over large obstacles. Babies

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and outcomes for children

and younger children are able learn to crawl and walk in a spacious environment and to rest according to their individual needs. Overall, the good use of daily routines, planned activities and adult interactions are helping children achieve good outcomes and developing many valuable skills which help to set secure foundations for 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: 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

 devise a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect (Arrangements for safeguarding children) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 24/11/2011

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 taken action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 24/11/2011

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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

 taken action as specified under the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Arrangements for safeguarding children) (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment) 24/11/2011

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