Billingshurst Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 135183 Inspection date 06/12/2011 Inspector Linda Coccia

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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 1997. She lives with her adult son in a two bedroom flat on the third floor of a block of flats in Pimlico, London. Children have access to the childminder's large living room as their main play area. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to look after three children under eight years at any one time; of these, two may be in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

At present, the childminder cares for three children aged between two and eight years. Of these, only one falls within the early years age range. The childminder is able to support children who speak English as an additional language.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder's home is in a mainly residential area. There is a primary school situated next to the estate where the childminder lives. There are local parks, playgrounds, drop-in groups and a library within walking distance, which the childminder uses as part of her childminding day. 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

The childminder is particularly good in helping children learn about equality and diversity. She achieves this well because she discusses children's individual needs thoroughly with their parents, who are key to this process being effective. Overall, self-evaluation is good. The childminder has addressed recommendations from her last inspection. The childminder has reviewed the way in which she keeps her records and how information is presented to parents. This shows she is able to maintain the continuous improvement of her setting.

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further?

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

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further?

 strengthen the use of self-evaluation, with particular regard to involving parents in this process, to identify strengths and prioritise improvements for development that will continuously improve the quality of the provision for all children 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 organises her setting well. She uses a range of good procedures to help her safeguard children. For example, she carries out regular risk assessments of her premises and toys. She has a good understanding of child protection issues and has up-to-date information regarding who to contact if she has concerns about a child. The childminder holds a current Criminal Record Bureau enhanced check as do the other adult members of her family. The childminder's regulatory paperwork is well maintained. Therefore, through the use of good safeguarding procedures, children's well being is promoted.

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the early years provision

The childminder has evaluated her strengths and has concluded that over the past year, she has gained more confidence in what she is able to offer children. She attributes this to having attended numerous workshops and short courses. These have helped her to be more proficient in providing relevant activities for the children's ages and stage of development. This shows she is able to drive the improvement of her service. However, the childminder has not canvassed the parents' views of her service in any great detail. Overall, children have benefitted from the childminder's good processes for self-evaluation. This is because she has a greater understanding of how to improve their outcomes. The childminder uses her home space well. The play area is large and toys are well spaced out and well presented so as to be attractive to children. She also takes children to a variety of local amenities. By participating in regular outings, children get a good

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good understanding of equality and diversity issues. She ably supports children from different backgrounds and cultures, particularly those children who speak English as an additional language. The childminder learns words from the children's home languages to enable initial communication. She reinforces their English language development as she talks about what they are doing as they play. The children are rapidly becoming proficient in speaking English. The childminder is able to provide a fully inclusive service for all children. The childminder has good procedures in place in order to work in partnership with other health and education professionals. The childminder stays with children at playgroup due to their language difficulties and works closely with staff. Effective partnership working ensures that children are supported well. The childminder has particularly close relationships with the children's parents. She discusses children's

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the early years provision

religions with parents. This is to ensure that she is able to help children to enjoy their festivals and celebrations fully. Parents sign all policy documents to indicate they have read and understood them. Parents report that they are very happy with the service provided and that their children are settled, and are treated as part of the childminder's family. Children receive good consistent care because regular discussions of their needs take place. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy to be with the childminder. They show they feel secure as they move freely around, selecting their own toys and activities from those on offer. They have happy faces as they play and become engrossed in their activities. This shows that children feel safe in the setting.

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and outcomes for children

Children use toys which are of good quality and suitable for their age range. They enjoy sticking and gluing activities. They talk about the different colours of the items they are gluing and the textures of some of them. For example, children discuss the feel of the mini pompoms and the crackle of tissue paper. Children have created some lovely paper mini beasts which are stored in their progress records. Children like the range of musical instruments available, particularly the child-sized electric organ which they sit at to play and sing along to the music. Cars and the roadway play mat are also favourites. The childminder challenges children well regarding their understanding of different sizes, such as, big and small, as well as colour and shape. During all play activities the children chatter to the childminder. They make their views known about what they want to do next and repeat words in English.

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and outcomes for children

The children have many opportunities for physical play at local parks, as well as in the childminder's large lounge where they may play skittles or dance. The use of good quality toys and a wide variety of activities mean that children are fully engaged in their play. Also, through the good use of a wide range of activities, the children are building a good repertoire of skills for the future. The childminder has some written observations of the children supported by photographs of the children participating in the activities. The childminder has a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She is adept at planning and providing activities to help them achieve their next steps and make good progress. Parents see their children's development record regularly. The records clearly show that children are making good progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

The children are offered food which is healthy and nutritious. The childminder discusses the children's dietary requirements with their parents on a regular basis. This is to ensure that children receive food they like as well as what their parents require for them. They look at books with different pictures of food and make good choices of play foods for their dolls. They know the childminder's good self-care and hygiene procedures well. Children have regular opportunities for fresh air and are able to let off steam as they run around at the park. Children are beginning to adopt a healthy lifestyle. This is because the childminder promotes healthy eating and active play. The children are aware of the childminder's house rules which are displayed in the hallway. They are encouraged to be nice to each other and share toys. They are involved in the childminder's good emergency evacuation procedures which they practise regularly. They evacuate the premises from the

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and outcomes for children

third floor, carefully negotiating the stairs. As a result, children learn to keep themselves safe in an emergency. All children receive regular praise and encouragement from the childminder. Because of this, they have an enjoyable This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 experience with her. 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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