Edison Pace School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 136245 Inspection date 07/03/2012 Inspector Carol Cox

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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 2001. She lives with her husband, adult child and school aged child in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. The ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age range. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently caring for three children in the early years age range and two older children, who all attend on a part time basis. The childminder makes use of local facilities including toddler groups, library and parks, and takes children to, and collects from local schools and pre-schools.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder generally meets the care, learning and development needs of children well, although the system to use observation and assessment to plan for children's future learning is not yet firmly established. She builds sound relationships with parents and others to identify children's care and development needs, although systems to share information about children's learning are in their infancy. The childminder maintains most required records and documentation to organise her provision and keep children safe. The childminder has implemented a system to evaluate and review her provision, although this is not yet fully effective in identifying key areas for development. She demonstrates satisfactory capacity for continuous improvement through addressing all actions arising from her last inspection.

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further?

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

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further?

 implement an effective policy on administering medicines to include the records of all medication administered to children and prior written consents from parents (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 23/03/2012

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further?

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

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further?

 develop a systematic and routine approach to using observations and assessments to plan next steps in a child's developmental progress in all This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 areas of learning  develop further the system to evaluate the quality of provision to identify areas for development  establish firmly the flow of two-way information with parents and other settings attended by children

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the early years provision

There are satisfactory arrangements in place to safeguard children. The childminder has attended recent training and has a clear knowledge and understanding of what to do if she is concerned about a child. She follows the guidance of the Local Safeguarding Children Board Procedures and shares her clearly written policy and procedure with parents. There is a system in place to record existing injuries. The childminder is vigilant in ensuring that only adults authorised and identified by parents collect children from her care. She assures children's safety through detailed and regular risk assessments that cover all aspects of the childminder's provision. These are supplemented with daily checks. Most required documentation and records are maintained. However, there is no policy or procedure yet in place for the safe administration of medicines. This is a breach of welfare requirements and compromises children's health and safety.

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the early years provision

Children enjoy a safe and homely environment where they are free to explore and play. The childminder is proactive in sharing information about safety with parents. For example, she downloaded information sheets from road safety organisations about appropriate car seats to help parents provide suitable seats for their children. She discusses with parents how best to meet the care, learning and development needs of each child. She is beginning to establish effective flows of information with parents and key persons at other settings attended by children. This means she is able to provide consistent personal care and learning opportunities for children. Children develop knowledge and understanding of diversity through meeting others and observing the world when on regular trips in the community. Resources are easily available to children and reflect the diversity of cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to improvement and has put into place policies and procedures to underpin her practice. She has started to self-evaluate her practice and has identified some areas for development. Since her last inspection, the childminder has taken positive action to address the actions set. She has sought support and guidance from the local authority and attended training. Through her positive approach and hard work, the childminder has demonstrates a satisfactory capacity for continuous improvement. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. She has started to keep records of children's achievements. She uses her knowledge of their progress and interests to plan learning activities. However, children's learning diaries are in their infancy and do not yet clearly demonstrate children's progress. Parents share these records and some have started to add their own comments. Key persons at other settings attended by minded children have begun to add their comments and share observations.

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and outcomes for children

Through a wide and well-balanced range of child-initiated and adult-led play activities children's learning is promoted in all areas. For example, while sharing a pop-up game the childminder encourages counting, colour naming and discusses emotions of surprise and fear. When playing with the doctor's kit the child listens and feels their heart beat, the childminder reminds them how being surprised made their heart beat faster. Children use their imaginations when recreating familiar scenarios and learn about the lives of others through carefully selected stories and discussions about people they observe. At Christmas time, the childminder and children work together to fill shoeboxes with toys and presents for children in Romania. This helps children learn about the differing needs of others. The childminder uses skilful interactions to help children begin to recognise letter sounds in their names. Children's language development is encouraged well.

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and outcomes for children

Through well-supported play and opportunities to explore, children begin to develop sound skills to support their future learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children learn about healthy lifestyles through enjoying nutritious food and practising self-care skills. They benefit from daily fresh air and exercise and learn about how their bodies work. The childminder carefully discusses children's individual care and dietary needs with parents, to provide consistent routines. The childminder helps children learn to keep themselves safe when crossing roads and being aware of dangers in the park. The childminder has a positive approach to behaviour management and discusses with children what she expects of them. Generally, they behave very well. Children are happy and settled in her care and enjoy the attention they receive. 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 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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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

 keep a record of any medicine administered to any child who is cared for on the premises, including the date and circumstances and who administered it, including medicine which the child is permitted to self- administer, together with a record of a parent/guardian/carer's consent (Records to be kept)(also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 19/03/2012

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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 requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register 23/03/2012

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