Sussex Tutorial College

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 128867 Inspection date 10/11/2011 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 1984. She lives with her husband and adult daughter in a two-bedroom maisonette in the London Borough of Lewisham. The whole of the first floor and both bedrooms and the bathroom on the second floor are used for childminding. 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 five children under eight years at any one time, of whom three may be in the early years age group. She is currently caring for two children in the early years age group. She also cares for children aged over eight years on a part-time basis before and after school.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and she is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 are very relaxed and settled in the childminder's care. Strong bonds have been developed, helping children to feel secure and experience a real sense of belonging. They have access to good learning opportunities that meet their individual needs well overall. As a result, children are making good progress in their learning and development. Trusting relationships with parents and other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage have been established, enabling consistency and coherence. The childminder demonstrates a motivation to maintain continuous improvement, making effective changes to improve the care and experiences she offers and enhance outcomes for all children in her care.

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further?

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

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further?

 include the correct contact details for the regulator in the complaints policy.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded through the childminder's good knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures. She is aware of the possible indicators that would cause concern, the importance of recording any concerns and who to contact should a referral be necessary. Effective risk assessments are conducted to identify potential hazards to her home, garden and on outings. The This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 practicing of fire drills ensures that children are familiar with the procedure. Through monitoring of her practice, the childminder gains a picture of her strengths and areas for improvement. This enables the childminder to maintain continuous improvement. She is committed to professional development and has attended training to enhance outcomes for children.

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the early years provision

The childminder establishes positive partnerships with parents. She keeps them informed of their children's progress through daily conversations and provides copies of policies and procedures that support her service. Parents are kept informed of their child's development. The childminder's systems to observe and assess children's progress are effective. Her written observations identify and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child's next steps in learning. The childminder has established working relationships with others involved in the care of the children. She shares relevant information with other practitioners who implement the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to ensure continuity and coherence.

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the early years provision

The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity. She works closely with parents and becomes familiar with each child's needs, such as their likes and dislikes, food requirements and sleep routines. The childminder provides resources which enhance children's appreciation of differences. For example, children can choose from a selection of books depicting people of different cultures, puzzles, musical instruments and small play figures. Good quality resources support children's learning and development. Children freely access books to aid their communication, language and literacy skills. The welcoming environment is conducive to learning, both indoors and outdoors.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, secure and settled in the childminder's care. She successfully creates a comfortable, welcoming and child-centred environment where children are able to enjoy the activities on offer. Resources are easily accessible, enabling children to make choices about what they want to play with. The childminder provides a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities that stimulate and challenge children's knowledge and understanding. She organises outings to local childminding groups and parks to develop children's social and physical skills.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy developing their early writing skills with a variety of materials, such as crayons. The childminder sits with the children as they create models using building blocks and proudly show her their creations. Young children and babies investigate interactive toys. Children who attend before and after school enjoy playing games which involve taking turns. They also have the opportunity to read to the childminder. Outdoor play in the childminder's garden, in the park or in the outdoor play area of local childminding groups is a firm favourite. Children learn to ride scooters and tricycles and engage in sand and water play.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder effectively supports children's healthy lifestyles and their well- This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 being. She implements positive hygiene routines to prevent the spread of infection and promote children's good health. For example, the childminder follows good nappy changing practice. She develops children's understanding of the importance of hand washing through consistent and familiar routines. The childminder has devised menus which include healthy and nutritious meals and snacks. Children's welfare is safeguarded effectively because the childminder has an up-to-date knowledge of first aid and follows clear safeguarding procedures. The childminder has devised policies and procedures which are shared with parents and underpin her service. However her complaints procedure does not include the current contact details for the regulator.

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and outcomes for children

Children's behaviour is generally good as the childminder uses appropriate techniques for the age and stage of children's development. The childminder rewards positive behaviour with copious amounts of praise and explains to children in language they understand why negative behaviour is not acceptable. Children feel free to express their own feelings and appreciate those of others, by sharing and taking turns. Children are developing a broad range of skills for the future, through the varied, exciting and interesting schedule of activities. 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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