Kenton School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 138120 Inspection date 01/12/2011 Inspector Daphne Prescott

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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 1984. She lives with her husband and two adult children in Morden, Surrey. The whole ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family has one cat as a pet.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is on the Early Years Register and on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of these, no more than three may be in the early years age range. There are currently four children on roll,of these two are in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends various activity-based groups and takes children to the local library, park and swimming baths on a regular basis.

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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 settled and happy within the childminders care. She provides a secure and stimulating environment to help them grow and make good progress in their development. Positive relationships and inclusive practice are effectively promoted and documentation is generally well maintained. Self-evaluation is emerging and the childminder understands the benefit to the children, and her professional development of continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a record of evacuation drills in a fire log book and include details of any problems encountered and how they were resolved.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding issues and the procedures to follow in the event she has concerns about a child in her care. She places a strong emphasis on children''s safety and security, and as a result, children are able to play feeling safe and secure. The children are exposed to minimal hazards, because the childminder carries out thorough risk assessments for her premises and outings. In case of emergency, children are familiar with the evacuation procedure, as this is practised with them. However, the details are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 currently not logged in order to further monitor their safety.

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the early years provision

Space is organised effectively to allow the children to move safely and freely and they do this with great confidence. The childminder makes sure that resources are chosen for their quality and durability and that they meet the different developmental needs of children well. She offers an inclusive service and welcomes all children into her care. The childminder promotes equality and diversity appropriately, with a good range of resources and activities. She uses age- appropriate explanations with the children to help them understand differences between people and challenges any discriminatory comments.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents is good. The childminder works effectively with parents to help make sure she meets children''s individual needs. At the start of the placement she gathers good information about children''s care routines. Parents receive daily feedback about their children''s care, learning and development. A record of children''s achievements is also shared with parents which enables them to be part of their child''s learning. A wide range of written policies and procedures that underpin the childminder''s practice are shared with parents so that they are aware of her service. There are currently no children on roll who attend other settings or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with any other settings if the need arises.

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the early years provision

Self-evaluation is ongoing and continues to develop. The childminder is able to accurately recognise her strengths and areas for development. The recommendation from the previous inspection has been addressed. She also considers how she will continue to improve her practice by regularly attending appropriate training events to improve her service and outcomes for all children.

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and outcomes for children

All children demonstrate a strong feeling of security as they have formed positive relationships with the childminder, who is caring and responsive to their individual needs. Children demonstrate this as they move around the setting confidently and show an awareness of routines. The childminder is clear of her responsibilities with regard to observing and assessing each child''s stage of development. Therefore, all children are making good progress and are challenged effectively to reach their next steps in their learning and development. Children''s well-being is also fostered as the childminder sees the children as individuals. She adapts her plans for learning and care to take account of children''s starting points, likes and dislikes, as discussed with the children and their parents.

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and outcomes for children

Children are benefiting from enjoyable experiences across all areas of learning. They play and have great fun developing skills for the future as they practise their early writing skills, when using crayons and pencils. Children build on their problem-solving skills and increase their hand eye coordination as they put together a variety of construction toys. Positive interaction from the childminder promotes children''s numeracy skills as they are encouraged to count the number This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 of spots when playing the number card game. The childminder continually encourages thinking and language development, as she talks with children and asks them open-ended questions. Children talk confidently and share their experiences as they happily play together. The childminder is skilled at promoting inclusive practice as all children are encouraged equally to be involved in activities.

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and outcomes for children

They thoroughly enjoy joining in with games where they readily take turns to match the different animals. Children enjoy singing along to the rhymes as they play happily. They are learning about the community they live in, as they widen their experiences and socialise with others as they enjoy art and craft activities at the local church.

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and outcomes for children

Children''s health and safety is given good attention. The childminder encourages independence in relation to personal hygiene as they wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet. Children''s awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle is promoted well. They enjoy healthy snacks and discuss what is good to eat with the childminder. Children enjoy many opportunities to play outside in the fresh air. They develop their physical skills and coordination as they play games such as egg and spoon racing. The childminder is a qualified swimming instructor and teaches minded children to swim to a high standard, from an early age. While they are out, children learn to keep themselves safe as the childminder reinforces safety rules with them and helps them develop a good awareness of possible dangers. In the home, they tidy away their toys so they do not become a tripping hazard. Children behave well. The childminder clearly applies consistent

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and outcomes for children

boundaries, so that children learn what is expected and display positive behaviour. She also uses positive praise during every day practices, developing children''s confidence and self-esteem. 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 3 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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