Bradworthy Primary Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 136492 Inspection date 15/11/2011 Inspector Joanne Wade Barnett

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 1997. She lives with her husband and one adult son in Bromley, Kent. The whole of the ground floor and one upstairs bedroom of the family home are used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play.

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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. She is currently minding one child within the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She also offers care to children aged up to 11 years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She also attends the local toddler group and childminding groups. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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 supports children's learning and development needs well, enabling them to make good progress in the Early Years Foundation Stage, although planning children's next steps is still being developed. She strives to provide a warm, welcoming environment for the children and their families. This is reflected in the good partnerships she has established with parents and carers, and the procedures for sharing information. The childminder ensures she monitors her provision to provide a service which meets the needs of all the users. She has carried out a system of self-evaluation to identify the strengths and weaknesses in the provision, ensuring a good capacity for improvement for the future.

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further?

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

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further?

 analyse observations to plan next steps in children's learning so they are being clearly identified and used in leading future planning  maintain an accurate record of the names of visitors to the setting, the purpose of their visit and details of arrival and departure times.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding about keeping children safe whilst in her care. She has a written safeguarding policy in place and shares this with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 parents when their children start in her care. The childminder implements the policy well and understands the procedures to follow should she have any concerns about the welfare of a child in her care. The childminder has carried out a risk assessment of her home, garden and for outings, reflecting her good understanding of health and safety issues, although this has not included recording visitors to the setting. She organises the toys and resources to enable children to play in a safe, secure environment. Storage containers of toys for the younger children are at their height. Children display a sense of security as they approach the childminder for a cuddle and settle to have a bottle of milk. They learn about

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the early years provision

keeping themselves safe as they sit in booster seats for snacks and are taught how to keep themselves safe when negotiating around toys.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a secure understanding about promoting equality and diversity within the service she provides. She demonstrates a very good understanding and knowledge of the children attending her service. Resources reflect positive images of the diversity of people within the community, such as small world characters and appropriate books. All children are valued as individuals and are shown respect and care as they are welcomed into the childminder's home. Children are able to play with a good range of resources which are well maintained and suitable for the ages of children attending the setting.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an accurate awareness of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision. She is enthusiastic about providing good quality care and committed to enabling children to reach their full potential in their development. She uses feedback from parents and children to target aspects for improvement. The childminder has addressed weaknesses from previous inspections and continues to attend training to update her skills and knowledge; therefore, enabling good continuous improvement to promote the service she provides.

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the early years provision

The childminder constantly works with parents to support children's changing needs and to ensure their children feel comfortable and settled. Parents are given copies of all the policies and give written consent for aspects of care, such as permission to use public transport, apply sun cream and for the childminder to seek emergency medical treatment. This actively supports children's welfare and individual needs. Good two-way communication takes place to ensure parents are fully informed about the provision, how their children have been and about the progress they are making in their learning and development. This is done through daily verbal communication, care diaries and phone calls. The childminder is aware of other settings children attend and gains some information relating to children's experiences there from parents. She has initiated partnership working with the other providers involved in the children's care to promote continuity of care and to

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the early years provision

work together to support children's achievement effectively. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children appear settled and comfortable in the childminder's home. She has very good relationships with the children and this is reflected in her knowledge of their likes and dislikes. Children move around the childminder's home, accessing the good variety of toys and resources that engage their interest and attention. They enjoy lots of opportunities to develop their physical skills in the garden and when attending local parks gaining control of their bodies as they use different apparatus. They show enjoyment when looking at books and listening to stories read by the childminder and make their pleasure known through gestures. Puzzles, construction and small world toys, further develop children's language development and mark making is available every day, using a variety of different mediums. This encourages children to gain good hand and eye co-ordination and to give meanings to the marks they make. The childminder encourages the

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and outcomes for children

children to use number in everyday routines, counting wooden bricks and plastic plates, whilst learning different colours and shapes. The childminder offers lots of praise and encouragement, along with cuddles to support children's confidence and sense of belonging.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder records observations of children's learning and links this to the aspect and area of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are regularly carried out and recorded alongside photographs for parents, although children's next steps in their development is evolving . Children are able to gain an understanding about adopting a healthy lifestyle because the childminder provides healthy foods, snacks and occasional treats. She talks to children about the importance of eating five portions of fruit and vegetables in a day and what foods constitute as healthy. This results in children extending different foods they like to eat and improves their understanding about the importance of a healthy diet. Children display a good understanding of hygiene issues which is helped by a poster in the bathroom about ''washing your hands'' and dry their hands on disposable tissues helping to prevent cross infection. Children demonstrate a

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and outcomes for children

feeling of security as they move around the setting confidently and approach the childminder for a cuddle when they need reassurance or are feeling tired. The childminder supports very young children in gaining an understanding about safety through good interaction with them, simple instructions and organised routines. All children take part in organised evacuation procedures which are carefully recorded, to promote their safety.

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and outcomes for children

Children are valued and respected within the childminder's home regardless of background or ability. They gain a sense of belonging as they see their artwork and photographs displayed around the childminder's home. Children are encouraged to share the toys and take turns, learning to care and be kind to each other. Children learn to compromise and negotiate using different resources and activities. The childminder shows respect to all the children and ensures they all feel welcome and included within her home. She talks to them about what they wish to play with which helps to support their confidence and social skills through good interaction. Children's progress in communication, literacy and skills relating to communication technology are developing well, with children becoming active, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 inquisitive learners. Overall, the children are cared for by a kind and enthusiastic

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and outcomes for children

childminder who provides a good environment for children to learn and develop through play and gain skills for the future. 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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