Abbas and Templecombe Church School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 150031 Inspection date 22/11/2011 Inspector Sonjia Nicholson

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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 1993. She lives with her husband and their two children aged 15 and 19 years. They live on a well established estate on the west flank of Milton Keynes close to local shops, a pre-school and schools. Children have use of all rooms on the ground floor for childminding and a bedroom is available on the first floor for children to take a daytime nap. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The family keep some fish in an aquarium.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a total of six children under eight years at any one time. She currently has 12 children on roll; however, only one is within the early years age group. The childminder 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

Children make good progress in their learning and development in this welcoming home and their welfare is promoted effectively. The childminder has provided a reliable service to many families over a long period of time and she has generally kept up to date with current practice and requirements. The childminder's systems for self-evaluation are sound, although plans for future improvement are limited. She demonstrates a satisfactory capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 encourage children to develop a further interest in toys and resources that incorporate technology  develop a system of self-evaluation in order to identify and tackle key priorities to improve outcomes for all children.

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the early years provision

The childminder manages most aspects of her provision very well. She gives high priority to keeping children safe and has recently reassessed all areas of the home and garden to highlight any potential risks. The premises remain secure at all times and the childminder is very aware of keeping children safe away from the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 home. For example, she ensures younger children wear reins or are safely restrained in a buggy and older children learn about road safety. For example, they find a safe place to cross the road and are not allowed to run ahead of the childminder. Children practise the evacuation drill on a regular basis, so they know how to leave the home quickly and safely. These details are recorded for future reference. As a precaution, smoke alarms are fitted on both levels of the home and there is a carbon monoxide detector in place. A fire blanket is situated in the

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the early years provision

kitchen. There are good systems in place to deal with minor accidents with written parental consent to seek further treatment or advice in more serious cases. The childminder understands her responsibility to protect children from possible abuse or neglect. The comfortable home provides spacious accommodation for children of all ages. For example, after school they can relax in the lounge where they watch television or complete jigsaw puzzles, use the kitchen table for craft activities and access a wide range of good quality toys stored on open shelves in the playroom. The children enjoy using this room to extend their imagination by playing charades and using the whiteboards and pens to play school. Younger children have plenty of space to crawl about and explore.

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the early years provision

The childminder recognises each child as an individual and gathers information from parents in order to provide appropriate care, for example, regarding their sleep patterns and mealtimes. The childminder is experienced at caring for children from a variety of cultural backgrounds and children who speak English as an additional language. She supports children's understanding of diversity and encourages them to respect differences through the range of activities and resources provided. For example, they often use the world map to initiate discussions about different places around the world. They celebrate birthdays and send postcards to the childminder from various holiday destinations. Children celebrate events that are personal to them, such as Christmas, Mother's Day and Father's Day where they make cards to take home. The childminder develops good partnerships with other early years providers and is currently planning ahead in

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the early years provision

this respect for children about to join her provision. She is well known by staff at the local pre-schools and both infant and junior schools. As such, the childminder has established clear channels of communication to ensure a coherent learning experience for children.

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the early years provision

Feedback from parents as part of this inspection is extremely positive and highlights many of the childminder's personal qualities. For example, they feel she is very professional, organised and efficient with an obvious caring nature. One describes her as 'a wonderful lady who is exceptionally kind and patient'. All feel lucky to have found her and several feel she is 'outstanding'. All parents say their children love going to her house and praise the quality of the food she offers. They feel she deals with discipline well and provides a settled, clean, welcoming environment. Communication with parents is good. The childminder gives verbal feedback when parents collect their children and shares a daily diary sheet. A notice board displays some information and parents are able to read the written policies and procedures in place. The childminder promotes improvement and the development of her provision in some respects. For example, it is clear that she is

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the early years provision

very committed to the families in her care and enjoys her work. She describes some short-term plans relating to the children's care but has not fully reflected on her practice. She has not thought about how she intends to drive her business This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 forward in the long term and involve parents and children in securing future improvements.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with this capable childminder who knows them well and instinctively helps them develop. Children make good progress in their learning and development considering their starting points. For example, they increase their physical skills and are beginning to show an interest in books. Children's learning and development is extended as they go out and about with the childminder, for example, on a daily walk or to feed the ducks at the nearby lake. Their physical skills are greatly enhanced by a variety of activities, such as going on bicycle rides and using large equipment at play parks. The childminder helps children who are learning to walk by holding their hands so they can attempt to take a step; she offers lots of praise for their efforts. Older children also take part in a global outdoor 'high tech treasure hunt' which uses navigational techniques to seek hidden containers; this helps them develop skills for the future and learn about the

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and outcomes for children

wider world. They also have occasional access to a computer and there is a selection of cause and effect toys designed to stimulate their curiosity but limited use of everyday technology, such as remote controls. Children's achievements are noted by the childminder on her daily diary sheets in a basic way. This information is not linked to the early learning goals or used effectively to inform planned activities for individual children to ensure their continued development.

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and outcomes for children

Children play in a clean home where extremely high standards are maintained. For example, the childminder ensures that everyone entering removes their shoes in order to keep the floors clean for children who are crawling and playing. Children's good health is further promoted as the childminder follows an established nappy changing routine designed to protect children's privacy, prevent odours permeating and germs spreading. Children eat extremely nutritious food prepared by the childminder. A menu is devised each week to ensure they have a variety of home cooked meals. For example, the childminder uses a slow cooker to make sausage casserole. Food provided by parents is stored and handled with the highest regard to food safety procedures, for example, yoghurts are stored in the refrigerator and the childminder washes her hands before handling food and feeding young children. Children are encouraged to eat healthily and are involved in buying

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and outcomes for children

ingredients at the supermarket for cooking activities where they sometimes create their own salad bowl using fruit and vegetables from the salad bar. Children behave well. There is a range of effective techniques used to promote positive behaviour and encourage children to work together, share and respect one another's views. Children appear happy and settled. Within a short space of time they develop a strong bond with the childminder and confidently move around an ever familiar environment. They relate well to her caring manner and enjoy lots of cuddles and eye contact. This helps develop their language skills as the childminder spends lots of time talking to them, introducing new vocabulary and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 encouraging them to say new words. 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 3

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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

 must have a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email (Procedures for dealing with complaints) 06/12/2011

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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

 must have a written statement of procedures to be followed in relation to complaints which relate to the requirements of the Childcare Register and which a parent makes in writing or by email.(Procedures for dealing with complaints) 06/12/2011

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