Burton Pidsea Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 117839 Inspection date 27/02/2012 Inspector Deborah Jane Orchard

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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 1997. She lives with her adult son in Hanwell in the London Borough of Ealing. The entire home is used for childminding purposes and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has no pets. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local parent/toddler group.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time; of these three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding five children within the early year's age group. Children attend for a variety of sessions. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are exceptionally well supported by this caring and professional childminder. Overall, the setting is very well organised to meet the needs of children attending. Her in depth understanding of the Early Years framework is enabling children to make excellent progress in all areas of their learning and development. All children are highly valued as individuals in this inclusive setting. The childminder's strong ability to reflect on her practice is enabling her to maintain continuous improvements.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 extending learning opportunities in the outdoor area

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the early years provision

The childminder has a highly secure knowledge and understanding of child protection issues, including, the procedures for recording and reporting any concerns. She has attended training to enhance her understanding and keeps relevant government documents to use for reference; should the need arise. Detailed risk assessments for all areas of her home and outings are undertaken and regularly reviewed. This enables children to remain safe. A wide range of well written policies and procedures are made readily available and share with parents. These underpin the professional service she provides. Many of her policies are supported by user friendly examples and photos of how she implements these, on This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 a daily basis. The childminders home is very well organised and equipped to meet the needs of all the children who attend. An abundance of suitable resources are

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the early years provision

made readily accessible. This means children of all ages can easily make independent choices.

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the early years provision

The childminder promotes equality and diversity extremely well. She is fully aware of children's individual needs. She gathers detailed information from parent and provides for each child accordingly. She provides both right and left handed scissors and a wealth of toys and books, which positively reflect diversity within the community. All children have equal access to age appropriate play materials.

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the early years provision

The childminder is highly effective in self-evaluating her service. She continually reflects on what she does, identifying accurately her key strengths and areas she wishes to develop to drive further improvements. She continues to attend training and read relevant publications, to enhance her knowledge. Recommendations previously raised at the last inspection are fully addressed, improving outcomes for children

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the early years provision

Excellent partnerships with parents, enables exceptionally good continuity of care. The childminder works very closely with parents on all aspects of children's learning and development. Resources and ideas are being shared to support children's interests and learning at home. Regular discussions and the use of detailed diaries, enables parent to be kept up to date and very well informed. Questionnaires are carried out to help gather parent's views and shape the service the childminder provides. For example, the childminder has recently changed the times for parent collection time. This enables her to have plenty of time to discuss any issues, at the end of each day. Written feedback from parents indicates that they are absolutely delighted with the care and attention their children receive. The childminder establishes very effective relationships with other professionals, who are involved in the children's care and education. She regularly communicates

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the early years provision

with the local nurseries, where children attend, actively seeking information regarding their planning programmes. This enables her to provide a complimentary service for the children.

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and outcomes for children

Children are having a fabulous time in the care of this professional and supportive childminder. All children are developing a very strong sense of belonging as they share warm and trusting relationships with the childminder. This enables them to have the confidence to explore and try new things. The childminder is always close by to offer encouragement and reassurance, whilst letting them try things for themselves. The childminder is skilful in providing suitable activities, which are suitable for each child's stage of development. For example, as older children build and construct, babies are able to explore the larger construction toys.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder frequently carries out sensitive observations of the children in her care. She uses these to support her in planning for children's next steps in their This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 individual learning journey. The records of children's progress are supported by wonderful photos and examples of their work. She shares these with parents and welcoming their input. The childminder provides an excellent balance of adult led and child initiated activities. Children have regular access to the enclosed garden, although, the outside area is not currently fully utilised to support all six areas of learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children thoroughly enjoy imaginary play. They pretend to feed adults, cook and make picnics. The childminder skilfully extends their language and thinking skills, by asking open questions about what they are doing. Children show great pride in their achievements. They excitedly discuss the construction models they are making and chat about the activities they participate in, as they look at their photographs on the computer. Children are developing excellent skills for the future as they are working out how things work. They press buttons on the phones and programmable toys and work out how the wheels move around on the transport toys. They learn about weights and measuring, during cooking sessions.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn to recognise and respect differences as they play with the small world people, dress up and look at books. They have rich experiences, participating in a variety of different celebrations, which reflect the beliefs and backgrounds of their extended families and the wider community. Children behave exceptionally well as they are happy and fully engaging in the activities on offer. They are developing independence as they help prepare food for lunch and pass things to the younger children. The childminder offers frequent praise.

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and outcomes for children

Children's understanding of staying safe is very well promoted. They learn how to play safely around one another in the home. They have lots of opportunities for challenge and adventure, whilst being carefully supervised to make sure they remain safe. They learn about road safety when they go out and know what to do in an emergency situation as they regular practice fire evacuation drills. All children are able to feel really secure as they receive lots of individual attention. Babies are able to feel particularly safe as the childminder greets them with lots of cuddles and smiles, when they wake from their sleep.

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and outcomes for children

Children are developing an excellent understanding of healthy lifestyles. They are able to play in a very clean and well maintained environment. Children are fully aware of good hygiene routines, such as, washing their hands before they eat and fetching tissues to blow their nose. They enjoy nutritional homemade foods at lunch and healthy fruit snacks and water. Food is carefully prepared to meet their individual needs. Children have lots of fresh air and exercise, playing in the garden, going for walks and visiting the local parks. They have great fun dancing and freely exploring the childminder's home. Babies strengthen their bodies as they roll to reach toys and kick their legs with excitement, as they move objects on the activity centre. 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 1 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 1 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 1 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 1

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 1 The extent to which children feel safe 1 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 1 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 1

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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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