Trinity Church of England/Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 135860 Inspection date 16/01/2012 Inspector Siobhan O'Callaghan

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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 1996. She lives with her husband and their two adult children in Palmers Green in the London Borough of Enfield. The home is close to local shops and schools. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding purposes. Children can sleep in bedrooms on the first floor. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The family has two dogs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She may provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time. Of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group. However, when minding with an assistant, they may jointly care for six children in the early years age group, and of these two may be aged under one year. The childminder is currently caring for nine children in the early years age group. All children attend on a part-time 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

The childminder provides a welcoming and inclusive home environment for all children. Overall, there are effective safety measures in place to help keep children safe. Their welfare is maintained through secure safeguarding procedures. Children are supported to make good progress overall in their learning and development. There are successful partnerships with parents, which supports children's continuity of care and learning. The childminder has developed valuable self- evaluation systems to support continuous improvement within her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 carry out a full risk assessment for each type of outing and review it before embarking on each specific outing (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 30/01/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of observation and assessment to identify learning priorities for each child. 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 broad range of policies and procedures, which effectively support her childminding practice. Robust systems are in place to ensure all adults in the home undergo suitability checks. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children procedures. She is aware of her duty to work in partnership with parents and outside agencies to promote children's welfare. The childminder provides a safe and secure home environment for children. She conducts a weekly risk assessment of her home to monitor and remove potential hazards to children. Although supervision is good, she has not formally conducted a risk assessment for all the outings she enjoys with children. This is a breach of a specific legal requirement of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises a bright and accessible environment, where children benefit from a designated playroom. They are able to help themselves to good quality resources to support their learning. The childminder promotes equality and diversity through her effective interactions with children. For example, all children are supported to join in with the activities available. They benefit from access to resources which promote a positive view of the diverse community in which they live. The childminder values working in partnership with parents to support children's individual needs. Recent parental questionnaires demonstrate that parents are very happy with the services provided. Parents' comments include 'the childminder provides a happy and homely environment in which children are well cared for' and 'we feel completely confident in leaving our son in the childminder's care, she provides a loving, warm family atmosphere'. There are no children on roll

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the early years provision

who attend other provisions. Nevertheless, the childminder is aware of the importance to work in partnership with all settings that children attend.

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the early years provision

The childminder is enthusiastic about improving the provision she offers to children and parents. She engages parents' views through questionnaires and implements their suggestions. For example, she has extended children's access to creative activities following parents' requests. She listens to children's suggestions by purchasing new resources to support their interests. For example, on the day of the inspection, children were excited about playing with a new pirate ship. The childminder has made good progress in addressing recommendations raised at her last inspection. This has included investigating hazardous plants through the horticultural society. This helps her to keep children safe when they play in the garden. The childminder has developed positive self-evaluation systems. She is able to reflect on her practice and initiate improvements within her provision. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge and understanding of how young children learn. She provides an interesting range of activities and experiences to support children's development. They enjoy ample opportunities to explore their local environment, which extends their learning opportunities. Children are delighted to show the inspector their individual portfolios. They excitedly recall visits to the local park and a military museum. The childminder uses these experiences to extend children's knowledge and understanding of the world. Children confidently recall how they had opportunities to climb inside planes. The childminder records regular observations of children's achievements and complements these with photographs, and she is aware of children's individual abilities. Nevertheless, she has yet to use this information consistently to identify their future learning priorities.

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and outcomes for children

Children have good opportunities to be independent because they have an accessible environment. They confidently make choices about their play. For example, they excitedly make camps under the dining-room table and have a pretend picnic. These imaginary experiences are effectively supported through good use of resources. For example, there are plenty of blankets, cups and pretend foods to support purposeful role play. The childminder effectively promotes inclusion for all children. For example, she ensures that they can all access the experiences available regardless of their age and abilities. Children confidently move between their designated playroom and the kitchen-diner on the same floor. Their self-esteem is given a boost because their art work is attractively displayed in the play room. Children are happy and comfortable in their environment. They are developing competent communication, language and

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and outcomes for children

literacy skills. For example, they confidently communicate their wishes and requests for support or attention. Children have good access to books and can observe print in their environment. In the morning, they help to find cards that display the days of the week. Children relish visits to the park where they can engage in physical pursuits. They excitedly demonstrate how they can climb and dance around the magic tree. Children have many opportunities to engage within problem-solving tasks. For example, they complete puzzles and build models with bricks. Children are proud to show off their counting skills by confidently counting up to 29.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare is promoted through many successful practices in the setting. For example, the childminder teaches children about road safety rules. Children are able to articulate their learning in their play. For example, they describe how trains must stop when it is red and go when it is green. Children participate in regular emergency evacuation drills and learn why this is important to their safety. It is evident that children feel safe and secure in the childminder's care. They enjoy her cuddles and warm interaction. Children's health and well-being is given due focus. For example, children are offered healthy meals and snacks and understand the importance of good personal hygiene. They are developing polite and respectful behaviour. Older children demonstrate how they can share and take turns with This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 younger children. The childminder positively supports them to value and respect

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and outcomes for children

one another. Overall, children are developing many valuable skills, which help to set secure foundations for their future learning. 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: 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

 ensure a written statement of procedures to be followed for the protection of children, intended to safeguard the children being cared for from abuse or neglect is in place(Arrangements for safeguarding children) (this also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 30/01/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 ensure 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 is in place (Procedures for dealing with complaints) (this also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register). 30/01/2012

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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 compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Arrangements for safeguarding children) 30/01/2012

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the compulsory part of the Childcare Register (Procedures for dealing with complaints) 30/01/2012

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