Abbey Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 148382 Inspection date 12/03/2012 Inspector Mandy Gannon

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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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 was registered in 1994. She lives with her husband in Woodley, Berkshire. The whole of the ground floor of childminder's house is used for childminding with access to toilet facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time, of which no more than three may be in the early years age group. She currently has no children on roll in the early years age group.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates an accurate knowledge and understanding of safeguarding in order to protect children and promote their well-being. Well- organised and updated policies and procedures are in place, which are available for parents. The childminder has a clear understanding of documentation required, including the maintenance of arrival and departure times, accident, incident, existing injuries and medication records. The childminder has documents in place for parents to complete to gain required permissions. The environment is safe, daily checks are completed and steps have been taken to minimise potential hazards. However, there is no record of the risk assessment which is a specific legal requirement.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has an accurate understanding of how to promote children's good health and she is aware of the information she needs to gather from parents regarding medical needs, dietary requirements and allergies. The childminder is aware of the importance of fresh air and exercise contributing to a healthy lifestyle. Children may access the enclosed garden and the childminder explains they will walk to local schools and parks. A good range of toys and equipment are available which may be easily accessible from labelled containers. The toys and resources cover all the six areas of learning and are fully inclusive.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates how she develops children's understanding of the wider world with opportunities to learn about other cultures. The childminder is continuing to develop her understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Through discussion, she is aware of the need to carry out observations and assessments, in order to plan the next steps in children's learning. The childminder discusses how she will put in place positive partnerships with parents and others, in order to meet the individual needs of the child.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has taken positive steps to meet the recommendations from the last inspection, which have been fully addressed. She regularly reviews her practice updating policies and procedures, and intends to seek the views of both parents and children. The childminder has the capacity to maintain continuous This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 improvements to her setting.

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Compliance with registration requirements

In order to continue to meet the requirements of registration, the registered person must take the following action by the specified date:

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Compliance with registration requirements

 keep a record of the risk assessment clearly stating when it was carried out, by whom, date of review and any action taken following a review or incident (Documentation) 26/03/2012 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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