Castle View Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 143968 Inspection date 28/11/2011 Inspector Elizabeth Mackey

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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 their three adult children. They live in a house in Thornton Heath, within the London borough of Croydon, close to shops and transport systems. Children mainly use the downstairs of the property and upstairs for bathroom and sleep facilities. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children aged under eight years; of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group. There are currently four children on roll who are all in the early years age group. Children attend on a part-time basis.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has a National Vocational Qualification at level 2 in Childcare and Education. She speaks Punjabi, Urdu and English.

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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 and very settled as the childminder creates an environment where children are highly valued and supported. Warm, positive and trusting relationships enable children to feel safe and secure. The childminder plans a wide variety of activities and experiences for the children, with a general aim towards the next steps in their development. She establishes positive partnerships with parents. The sharing of information works well to provide consistency in children's care. The childminder demonstrates a good capacity to maintain continuous improvement. This is because she continually improves her knowledge and demonstrates a commitment to improving outcomes for the children. Generally, the childminder evaluates her setting well.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further the use of assessment to plan fully for the next steps in a child's development, and regularly review this approach to ensure its effectiveness. 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 good systems in place to safeguard the children in her care. She ensures her practice is underpinned by up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures. The childminder has attended level 2 safeguarding training. Well- maintained policies and procedures promote the welfare and care of the children. All required records are in place. The childminder carries out rigorous risk assessments that are regularly reviewed to help promote children's safety. Effective safety measures are in place throughout the home to protect children from potential dangers. For example, appropriate fire safety equipment is in place. The childminder carries out fire drills with the children so they are familiar with the procedure. The childminder has a well-established partnership with parents. They are kept well informed about their children's achievements, well-being and development through a daily exchange of information, including a daily journal.

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the early years provision

They have access to their children's development records. The childminder provides them with beautiful pictures of their children enjoying and achieving. Parents are encouraged to give their views about the setting and they comment that they are happy with the care their children receive. One parents comments, 'the childminder makes my child feel secure and loved'.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive environment. Resources and activities provide opportunities for children to learn about different cultures and religions. Children are able to participate fully because activities are adapted thoughtfully to meet their individual needs. For example, the childminder ensures babies who are becoming mobile have ample clear space to explore their environment safely and develop their confidence. Children benefit from playing with a wide range of good quality resources. These are organised so children can access them independently and safely. The childminder makes good observations of children at play to assess where they are in their learning. She identifies the next steps for children's learning and is generally mindful of these when she plans for future activities. However, she does not always plan specifically for the next steps in each child's individual learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has addressed all recommendations from her last inspection to improve the outcomes for children. She evaluates her service and identifies the strengths and weaknesses. The childminder is developing a system for maintaining a record of her aims for future development. She keeps her practice up-to-date by attending relevant training. The childminder has established good links with other early years settings children attend, to ensure progression and continuity of learning and care. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The children, who are all aged under three years, explore happily and show a very strong sense of security. They use a wide range of different resources in a safe, supportive and caring environment. This helps the children to practise and acquire new skills with confidence. The childminder follows children's interests and extends their learning naturally. This is done through appropriate questioning, and by adding resources to extend their play. Children show they feel extremely safe. They move around the setting highly confidently and make choices in their play. They are secure in the knowledge that the childminder is close by and ready to support them when needed. Children readily approach the childminder for a cuddle, frequently showing affection to her. They enjoy playing in the dedicated playroom, where the childminder displays their photographs and artwork. There is also a good range of soft furnishings and cushions in the play area, which makes it

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and outcomes for children

a comfortable environment for young children.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy activities across the six areas of learning and the childminder takes them to a group setting every day. In particular, they enjoy outings to the park, the library and museum where they develop their knowledge and understanding of the world. Children enjoy choosing books independently from the wide range available. They are good communicators and their language skills are encouraged by the childminder. Children's creativity is encouraged and they enjoy a wide range of craft activities, including painting and sticking. Children show high levels of concentration when making a birthday card, which they display proudly. Children are confident communicators. They sing familiar songs with the childminder and focus on doing the actions to the song.

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and outcomes for children

The systems in place to promote a healthy lifestyle are excellent. As a result the individual health, physical and dietary needs of the very young children are of an exceptional standard. Children are adopting healthy habits and learn from a very young age the importance of washing their hands before meal times. Children are enthusiastically encouraged by the childminder to make healthy choices about what they eat and drink. They enjoy nutritious home-cooked meals and healthy snacks and begin to learn why certain foods are good for them. Children name all the fruits and choose their favourite from the wide range available. The childminder replenishes the children's water cups and reminds them to have a drink. Children benefit from a superior range of outings to various places of interest. They enjoy excellent opportunities to have fresh air and exercise. They relish outdoor activities, showing high levels of confidence in their physical

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and outcomes for children

Children are extremely happy and behave in a very settled manner. They say 'please' and 'thank you' and help the childminder tidy the resources to maintain a safe play environment. This gives them a sense of responsibility and helps them to gain safety awareness. Children use programmable toys and information and communication technology resources. These help them to develop skills for the future. Babies using a programmable toy repeatedly press the buttons excitedly, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 when they realise it makes a sound when they do. Children are progressing very well and are having a lovely time in this nurturing setting. 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 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 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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