St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 147342 Inspection date 28/11/2011 Inspector Katie Dempster

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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 registered in 1999. She lives with her husband, adult child and school aged child, in Burnt Oak in the London Borough of Barnet. The whole of the house is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outside play. The family have a pet dog. The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent toddler groups and other child friendly settings.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time; of these, three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding three children within the early years who attend on a full and part-time basis. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both 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 happy, safe and cared for in a warm and welcoming family home. However, the childminder does not hold a current first aid qualification. In the main, good systems of observation, assessment and planning work well to assist children's progress in their learning and development. Effective partnerships with parents help the childminder meet the individual needs of all the children. The childminder uses self evaluation well to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 complete a Local Authority approved paediatric first aid qualification (Suitable People) (this also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register) 12/12/2011

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further?

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

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further?

 create an environment rich in print where children can learn about words 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 safeguarding and has a clear child protection policy in place which includes all the required information. Daily visual risk assessments are completed for all areas that children have access to, and the childminder conducts formal written risk assessments every six months. The childminder has all required policies and procedures in place; however, she does not have a valid first aid qualification. This is a breach of a specific welfare requirement. In order to maintain children's safety the childminder has taken appropriate action until the completion of the course. The childminder offers an inclusive service and welcomes all children into her care. Children have access to an environment rich in images and resources that support their awareness of cultural diversity and difference within the community. Laminated pictures of people from different cultures, including the children's own

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the early years provision

families are readily available and children enjoy playing with the figurines of people with varying disabilities. All children are treated with respect and as individuals. The childminder knows the children well and uses this information to meet their individual needs, likes and dislikes. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure continuity of care for children. For example, discussing routines implemented at home and working together to manage certain behaviours. Parents are kept informed about their children's well-being and development via verbal feedback and a daily diary. They also have access to their child's profile folders which include photographs and specific activities the childminder is working on with the child. The childminder also establishes links with other settings the children attend. For example, discussing plans with teaching staff so the childminder can compliment learning at home.

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the early years provision

The childminder has made many changes since her last inspection which have brought about improved outcomes for children. This demonstrates a good capacity for maintaining continual development. She uses the formal self evaluation well to outline how she is meeting the requirements and is able to accurately identify areas she needs to develop. The childminder is a member of a quality assurance scheme, further promoting her drive for improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very much at home in the childminding environment as they confidently explore the toys and resources available. Children are able to make choices within the setting; they use a visual book of resources to help them choose what activities they wish to play with. Children make good progress in their learning and development through the activities and support they receive. The childminder makes regular key observations of the children and uses the information very well to identify next steps and plan appropriate challenging activities. The childminder joins in with children's play and uses open ended questions well to engage children's communications skills. For example, during a modelling dough This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 activity the childminder asks the children to tell her about what they are making. She acts as a good role model using describing words and mathematical language

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and outcomes for children

such as long, thin and round. During the activity children have access to many interesting tools to help develop their small muscle movements. Children play harmoniously together; they giggle as they explore the sounds the musical instruments make and show excitement as they take photographs of one another with the digital camera. These activities support children's creative skills, contribute to their knowledge and understanding of the world and skills for the future. Children regularly attend local children's centres, soft play and other child-friendly settings. The childminder uses the many facilities, equipment and resources available to support children's learning and development away from her home. Children are encouraged to adopt healthy habits from a young age. They are reminded to cover their mouths when coughing and have interesting posters in the toilet area reminding them of the importance of washing away germs. Children are

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and outcomes for children

learning about keeping safe, they discuss the rules of the road, using the traffic club activities and stickers, which introduces road safety in an age and stage appropriate manner. 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

 take action as specified in the Early Years and voluntary section of this report (Qualifications and training) 12/12/2011

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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

 take action as specified in the Early Years and compulsory section of this report (Qualifications and training) 12/12/2011

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