Lees Brook Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 143934 Inspection date 15/03/2012 Inspector Janet Williams

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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 was registered in 1992. She lives with her husband in the London Borough of Lambeth. The whole of the childminder's house, except for a bedroom on the first floor, is used for childminding.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children under eight years at any one time, they may be in the early years age group. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There were no children in the early years age group on roll at the time of this inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is fully aware of her role and responsibility of care. Through discussion, she demonstrates a clear knowledge of issues surrounding safeguarding and protecting children. The childminder has completed a safeguarding course. Regular risk assessments are carried out, both indoors and outside. All necessary safety precautions are maintained for the safety of children. For example, the stairs are inaccessible, smoke detectors are in place and a fire blanket is accessible in the kitchen. The childminder explains how fire drills are practised regularly. Suitable routines promote children's health and hygiene. For example, there are signs which display the importance of hand washing. The childminder has an up-to-date first aid certificate.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

All mandatory policies and procedures are up to date. In addition, systems are in place for recording regulatory information. These include obtaining parental written permission for medication to be administered, emergency medical treatment and recording accidents and incidents. The childminder discusses encouraging effective partnerships with parents, which contribute to children's individual needs being met. She describes an awareness of exchanging information with other settings that share children's care. This helps promote and contribute to children's continued care, learning and development.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children have a wide range of resources made readily available to them. The organisation of the equipment encourages children to make their own choices. Observation and assessment plans identify and address many of the areas of learning. The childminder explains how she uses the information in planning future activities, enabling children to achieve their learning goals. The childminder provides an inclusive environment. Resources and play materials avoid stereotyping and overall reflect positive images of diversity. However, the childminder has few resources that help raise children's awareness about disability.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Since the last inspection, the childminder has completed most of the recommended requirements. There is clear evidence that the childminder is committed to developing her provision and has capacity to improve, promoting children's welfare and learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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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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