Harden Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 104218 Inspection date 31/01/2012 Inspector Marie Thompson

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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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 1999. She lives with her husband and adult child in Exeter, Devon, close to shops, parks and schools. The ground floor of the house is used for childminding. This consists of a lounge/dining room and kitchen, with an enclosed rear garden. Children are accompanied to the toilet on the first floor. The family has one dog.

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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 is registered to provide care for four children under eight years, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range, and no more than one may be under one year at any one time. At the time of the inspection there were no children on roll in the early years age range.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has sufficient knowledge of child protection procedures approved by the Local Safeguarding Children Board. She fully understands her responsibility to protect the welfare of children. The childminder has completed safeguarding training and she is keen to undertake further training. She holds a valid first aid certificate. The childminder has taken action to minimise risks in and outside her home by conducting risk assessments, so that children can play safely. She explains how she helps children to learn about their own safety through discussion about road safety and through practising the fire evacuation procedure. The childminder has a sound knowledge of how to implement both the learning and development requirements and the welfare requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She clearly explains how she supports children's learning through a wide range of play experiences, both inside and outside. For example,

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

through art and craft activities, puzzles, a range of age appropriate toys indoors and bikes and a trampoline outdoors. The childminder is aware of the need to provide age appropriate activities for children of all ages, not just for those aged birth to three years. She demonstrates a sound knowledge of how to develop children's cooperation skills, giving good examples of how she would approach a variety of situations for children of different ages. Play resources are organised in a manner which helps to promote children's free choice, for example, in low-level cupboards and toy boxes. They are sufficient in quantity and quality and easily accessible.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of how children's good health is promoted. She has systems in place to gather information from parents regarding medical needs, dietary requirements and allergies. She describes how children would learn about healthy practices through their normal daily routines and how she would encourage children to understand the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and appropriate personal hygiene routines.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of how to work in partnership with parents and others. She has an understanding of how to provide an inclusive This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 service, treating every child as an individual. The childminder is aware of the need to observe and assess children's learning. All documentation is in place, ready for when she has children on roll again, such as policies and other records. The childminder addressed the recommendations raised at her last inspection, which shows continuous improvement. She effectively reflects on her practice to identify strengths and areas for development.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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