Tyning Hengrove Junior School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 108969 Inspection date 09/11/2011 Inspector Karen Prager

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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 1995. She lives with her husband and two adult children in a house in Peatmoor, Swindon which is within easy walking distance of schools, pre-schools and other amenities including parks and local bus service. The downstairs of the house is registered for the use of children. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have two rabbits, a hamster and gold fish.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age range. There are currently six children on roll. Care is offered for children all year round. The childminder is also registered on both the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. One older child currently attends. The registration does not include over night care.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder runs a childminding group on a regular basis, and attends other toddler groups in the area. She is a member of the local childminding group and the National Childminding Association. The childminder has a National Vocational Qualification at level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development, and belongs to a local Childminding Network.

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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 is qualified and experienced in the care of children and their learning. She has attended a range of interesting training events and shows a commitment to improving her knowledge. The childminders knowledge and understanding of children's learning and welfare has a positive effect on meeting the needs of the children. Children are happy and generally well occupied. There is a high level of communication with parents and other settings.

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further?

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

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further?

 review the organisation of resources to ensure these are easily accessible to children so they can learn independently  further develop activities and resources in the garden area to provide children with rich and diverse learning and development opportunities all year round. 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 the need to safeguard children. She has completed a safeguarding children course and understands the procedures to follow if she should have a concern about a child in her care. All adult associated with the setting have undergone appropriate clearance checks. The records which are required for childminding are kept readily accessible and updated when necessary. Children play in a well-maintained, clean home and largely use the dedicated play room. The childminder has carried out thorough risk assessments of her premises and activities undertaken both in and out of the home. She takes effective steps to reduce the risks and keeps a record as required. The childminder keeps her resources in good condition. They are stored in the play room, though are not easily accessible for children to access on their own. The childminder takes the children on many outings into the local community. Children also benefit from

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the early years provision

using the childminder's garden, though this is not well used throughout the whole year.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement. She regularly reflects on her provision for children and takes positive steps to improve their outcomes. She uses self-evaluation to reflect on her strengths and develop her setting. She is keen to develop her skills through ongoing training and regularly attends short courses. Since the previous inspection she has developed her complaints procedure so that it complies with requirements and is made available to parents. She has also made the premises more welcoming to children by displaying their work on the walls. She has distributed a newsletter to parents which was positively received, and plans to repeat this every six months.

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the early years provision

The childminder promotes equality and diversity well. All children are included in activities. The childminder seeks information about the children's needs from parents and adapts activities to meet these. The childminder seeks the views of parents through regular discussions. Parents speak highly of the service provided. One comment received sums up many; 'While she is with the children, she gives 100% of her attention to the children, always making the effort to make sure they are safe and entertained'. She gives verbal feedback to parents on their children and also offers daily diaries to parents. The play room is made attractive to parents and children. Some of the children's art work is displayed on the walls and essential information such as the certificates of registration and insurance are also displayed. Partnerships with other settings that the children attend are well established. Information is shared on a regular basis through discussions.

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the early years provision

Information about the children's learning and development is shared with the children's key persons in the other settings and with parents to promote smooth transitions and continuity of learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

This experienced childminder has a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and of how to support children in their development. The childminder knows the individual interests and stages of achievement of the children well because she continually observes them, assesses their development and considers the next steps they will take. Activities are then planned to support their development so that, overall, children make good progress in their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are clearly settled in the care of this enthusiastic childminder. They chat easily with one another as they play with the activities largely chosen by the childminder. Children behave very well. They develop skills in taking turns and when asked they enthusiastically tidy away toys after they have finished playing with them. The childminder largely chooses the activities for children, though encourages older children to ask for what they would like to play with. This is because the storage does not make resources freely available to support free choice and spontaneous learning. Children connect cars using magnets. Young children explore their immediate environment and spend much time posting pictures under the door. Older children concentrate for some time as they weigh pasta and transfer it between containers, and develop dexterity as they screw the lids on the bottles.

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and outcomes for children

Children become confident in managing their own personal needs because the childminder supports them very well. For example, children understand that they should wash their hands before eating and that this is to wash pen marks and germs away. Children use individual towels to dry their hands and their coats are hung on low pegs which are in easy reach. Children understand the routines of the day. They know to sit ready at the low table in the childminder's kitchen and wait patiently to eat their meals and snacks. Food is provided by children's parents and the childminder talks with the parents to discuss individual needs and healthy choices.

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and outcomes for children

Children start to understand about keeping themselves safe when they cross roads. On visits to the local farm they develop physical skills and confidence on the challenging play equipment. They come to understand what they can achieve and when not to take risks. Together they look for frogs in the pond, visit the pigs and sheep and are keen to see if the scarecrow has a new set of clothes. Children also develop social skills when they meet others at the local toddler sessions and regularly join with them for a group lunch session. Children are taken on visits to the local library. They learn to sit and listen to the story session and select books to read at the childminder's home. Overall, the experiences available to children clearly help them to develop the skills needed for their future learning and development. 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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