Upperby Junior School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 128583 Inspection date 13/03/2012 Inspector Angela Ramsey

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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 has been registered since October 1992. She lives with her adult children in the London Borough of Lewisham. The ground floor is used for childminding and children also have access to the bathroom facilities on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for no more than six children aged under eight years; of these, not more than three may be in the early years age group, and of these not more than one may be aged under one year at any one time. The childminder is caring for three children in the early years age range.

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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.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled. Good partnerships with parents have been established which ensures that children's individual health and welfare needs are identified and met. The childminder provides a varied range of resources, activities and opportunities to help children to make good progress in their learning. Most records are well kept and the childminder takes steps to ensure children are kept safe. Regular self-evaluation by the childminder makes sure that priorities for development are identified and acted on, demonstrating a good capacity for continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 encourage parents to add to their children's progress records.

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the early years provision

Children's safety is effectively safeguarded. The childminder has a clear understanding of her responsibilities towards the children in her care. She attends relevant safeguarding training and knows what steps to take if she has concerns about a child. She carries out regular risk assessments of her home, garden and outings to identify any safety issues. Appropriate safety measures are taken to protect children from potential dangers. For example, safety gates prevent children gaining access to the stairs. The childminder has devised an emergency evacuation procedure, which she practises with the children. Children's welfare is further This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 safeguarded because the childminder has an up-to-date knowledge of first aid. She has a written procedure she implements in the event of a child becoming ill and obtains written consent to administer medicines to children. The childminder also

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the early years provision

requests written parental permission to seek emergency advice or treatment for the children.

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the early years provision

Good relationships have been established with parents. They are kept well informed about their children's achievements, well-being and development through a daily exchange of both conversation and through the children's contact book. Parents also have access to the written records of observations the childminder makes about the children They are not however encouraged to add to these records.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive environment. Children are able to participate fully because activities are adapted thoughtfully to meet their individual needs. For example, the childminder ensures young children have sufficient clear space to explore their environment safely and develop their confidence. Children benefit from playing with a wide range of good quality resources. These are organised so that children can access them independently. Resources which support children's developing understanding of the wider world and support positive images of diversity are available. For instance books, small world figures, dressing up clothes and puzzles featuring different people are offered. The childminder makes observations of children at play to assess where they are in their learning. She identifies the next steps for children's learning and uses this information when planning future activities. The childminder drives improvement through seeking the

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the early years provision

views and comments from parents about her service. She also makes good use of local training opportunities and regularly evaluates her provision and identifies the strengths and any areas for improvement. The children do not attend any other settings. The childminder is mindful that if a child attends another early years setting, relevant information should be shared to ensure continuity and coherence.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder plans a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities and experiences. Children help themselves to toys, resources and equipment stored in containers and baskets. Children's language skills are actively encouraged as the childminder talks to the children as they play and she asks appropriate questions. She is very much aware of children's individual interests and plans activities based around these. Children's creative development is enhanced as they have opportunities to take part in painting, sticking and drawing activities. Outdoor experiences are planned daily. As a result children are able to develop their physical skills as they play in parks, in the outdoor areas of under five groups and in her well resourced garden. Children play with balls demonstrating increasing control and agility. They like to ride on push along toys. The childminder has created a digging area in her garden where children explore the soil looking for

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and outcomes for children

insects. Children show they feel emotionally secure with the childminder. They learn the house rules recognising how to stay safe and road safety is reinforced on This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 outings. The children know when the childminder rings a bell they must stop what they are doing and listen to the childminder. They are familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure they practise regularly.

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and outcomes for children

Children's good health and well-being is successfully supported and positive steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. Children know to wash their hands before and after eating their meals. They demonstrate a good awareness of the importance of hygiene routines. Parents provide meals for their children which are stored in the fridge and warmed through prior to serving. The children enjoy snacks of fruit and raisins provided by the childminder and learn to make healthy choices in what they eat. Exposure to fresh air and exercise are an integral part of daily plans. Children behave well demonstrating a good awareness of the childminder's behavioural expectations. If required, the childminder uses well- considered strategies, such as, distraction, to manage any behaviour issues. The childminder also teaches the children the importance of saying 'please' and 'thank you'. She uses everyday routines to enable children to develop skills for the future.

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and outcomes for children

For example, children are encouraged to share and take turns. Children's social skills are developing well as they attend 'under fives' groups and interact with a wider circle of peers. 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 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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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