Sir William Borlase's Grammar School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 136781 Inspection date 14/11/2011 Inspector Alison Weaver

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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 has been registered since 1990. She has a recognised childcare qualification. She lives with her adult son and a daughter aged eight years. They live in a house in Bromley near to parks, schools, shops and transport links. The whole of the ground floor and two first floor bedrooms are used for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder has one hamster.

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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, of whom no more than three 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 Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder attends local carer and 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 have fun with the childminder and make good progress in their learning due to her positive interaction. However, her process for formally assessing children's progress across all areas of learning to inform the planning is not robust. Children stay safe, healthy and their individual needs are met well. Good links with parents help to safeguard children's welfare and involve them in their child's learning. Suitable systems are in place for working in partnership with other providers to help a child achieve. Overall, the childminder shows a strong commitment to improving the quality of the provision for children and the capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the assessment process to show how well children are making progress towards the early learning goals and use the information gained to plan further relevant learning experiences for them  develop the use of reflective practice and self-evaluation to identify strengths and priorities for development that will continuously improve the quality of the provision for all children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of how to safeguard children and is fully aware of her responsibility to report any concerns she has about a child. She attends training to keep herself up-to-date with current safeguarding procedures. The childminder keeps her home safe and secure for all children so they do not come to any harm. Effective risk assessments and daily safety checks enable the childminder to minimize risks effectively. This results in children being able to move around the home independently and safely. All the required documentation to support and safeguard children's safety and welfare is in place and well maintained. The childminder has a good range of safe and suitable resources that she uses well to support and promote children's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder forms good working relationships with parents and carers. She makes good use of her forms to find out about a child's needs and background as she uses them as a starting point for planning suitable activities for them and to help them settle. The childminder encourages parents to continue to share what they know about their child and to be involved in continuing learning at home. She keeps them well informed about their child's welfare and achievements. The childminder has a satisfactory awareness of the need to form positive links with other providers who share the care and education of children in order to promote continuity in their learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder takes effective steps to enable every child to achieve by planning for them as individuals. She seeks additional support for those children who need it to help them achieve and be fully included. The childminder obtains all the relevant information about their home background so that she can meet their needs and respect the wishes of parents. The childminder acknowledges their home language and backgrounds in her setting. All children benefit from the opportunities to find out about their friend's home country and learn some words in their language.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows a willingness to develop her childcare practices so that children benefit. She takes good steps to address areas she identifies as being weaker. For example, she attends varied courses to improve her knowledge and skills. She makes good use of resources, websites and reference books to gain fresh ideas of how to stimulate children and help them make progress. However, the childminder does not have a robust ongoing process for monitoring and evaluating her practices to help her continue to improve outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well and build good relationships with adults. They show a strong sense of belonging and good levels of self-esteem. They are settled, happy and well occupied. Children are motivated and interested in the broad range of activities the childminder plans and provides for them. As they play, they make This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 good progress in the skills they need for their future learning. The childminder makes good use of observations of each child to plan further challenging learning experiences for them so they continue to make good progress. Although the childminder gets to know children well she does not maintain a record of her assessment of their progress towards the early learning goals to aid her in planning effectively to meet their needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children show their independence is developing well as they make their own decisions and choices about their play. They thoroughly enjoy the painting activities, skilfully using different tools to make marks and patterns. They like to explore the paint with their fingers and make hand prints. They learn to use their senses as the childminder encourages them to think about what things feel and smell like.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is skilled at interacting with the children to extend their play. She makes good use of everyday opportunities to count with the children. They learn to problem solve as the childminder helps them work things out for themselves such as which pieces of the puzzle fit together. Children become confident speakers as the childminder encourages them to share their experiences and values their thoughts. They enjoy looking at books on their own and cuddled up to the childminder. Children have many opportunities to explore and use simple technology. They enjoy a wide variety of outings where they learn about the wider world, for example, when they go on nature walks and on shopping trips to look at the fruit and smell the herbs. Children also develop a good understanding of diversity through the use of resources and planned activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is promoted well. They adopt good personal hygiene routines and demonstrate they know when they need to wash their hands. They see to their own personal needs such as having a drink when they are thirsty and indicating when they need to use the potty. Children enjoy a healthy diet and are involved in cooking activities where they develop a good understanding of what is good to eat. They help to make soups and pizzas with healthy toppings. Children learn the importance of exercise as they have daily opportunities where they enjoy physical activities in the fresh air.

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and outcomes for children

Children show they feel very safe and secure with the childminder. They confidently move around the home helping themselves to resources. They learn how to use different tools safely. Children develop a good awareness of safety issues as they regularly practice fire evacuation and learn about how to stay safe on outings. 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 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 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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