Castle View Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 119131 Inspection date 26/03/2012 Inspector Hazel Farrant

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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 1990. She lives with her partner and one child in a house in Yateley, Hampshire. The property is within walking distance of local pre- schools, schools, shops and amenities. The ground floor of the property is used for childminding with two bedrooms on the first floor used by children for sleep. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may provide care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any one time; of these, three may be in the early year's age range. There are currently four children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age range. The childminder is able to collect children from a variety of local schools and pre-schools. She regularly takes children on visits to play parks and places of interest. The family has four dogs.

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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 make good progress in their learning as they play in a stimulating and inviting environment. Close partnerships with both children and parents enable the children's individual care needs to be met effectively. However, the childminder does not effectively encourage parents to share in children's learning, missing the opportunity to further work together. Children access a range of quality resources, which supports their development well in most areas of learning. Systems to evaluate practice and plan for children's future development are successful and show 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?

 extend resources within the setting to help children develop positive attitudes to disability  develop more effective systems to enable parents to contribute to the observation, assessment and planning for their child.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a very clear understanding of the Local Safeguarding Children Board requirements. She is aware of the signs and symptoms, which would cause concern about a child's well-being. Detailed risk assessments confirm that the childminder carries out safety checks, both around the home and garden. She also This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 conducts risk assessments for all of the outings children take part in to help eliminate risks. Children learn to keep themselves safe, through the childminder's guidance, including road safety and safe use of toys and equipment. The childminder has a clear understanding of how to deal with accidents or injuries appropriately. In addition to this, she keeps all of the required records and parental consents in place for easy access in an emergency.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare and learning are supported well, as the childminder has developed systems to monitor her practice. She uses self-evaluation successfully to make improvements where necessary. The childminder speaks with parents regularly and invites them to complete questionnaires in order to obtain their views. Written references reflect the parents' complete happiness of the care their child receives. The childminder shares her observations and assessments regularly with parents. However, they are not currently invited to contribute to this process. As a result, there are missed opportunities to further work together in order to fully support their child's development. All required written policies and procedures have been devised and shared with parents and carers. There are currently no children on roll who attend other settings or need support from other agencies. However, the childminder is aware of the need to work in partnership with any other settings

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the early years provision

The childminder continues to update her professional skills by attending relevant training and workshops. She has recently completed safeguarding training and is keen to book an advanced level course in order to consolidate her knowledge further. In addition to this, the recommendations made at the last inspection have been fully addressed. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to improving outcomes for children. Inclusive practice is well promoted and children are valued as unique individuals, with support being offered according to their needs. Equality and diversity are promoted by the childminder through good practice and encouraging children to respect themselves and others. Children are able to independently access a wide range of good quality resources, which are stored at their level.

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and outcomes for children

The experienced and caring childminder has developed a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are content and confident in familiar surroundings, as the childminder builds on their interests with a stimulating range of activities. Children are able to use their initiative and follow their natural curiosity as learners. For example, children choose a fire engine from the toy box and giggle with delight as they press the buttons to make the lights and siren work. The childminder deploys her time well so that she can focus on supporting children's learning and welfare. Her good questioning skills help children to become active learners, be creative and think critically. She plans purposeful play and a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Children mirror their world as they use role play equipment and build on their language skills as they answer questions and express themselves. As a result, children's communication

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 skills are well promoted and their learning and development supported.

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and outcomes for children

A variety of themed activities are planned to supplement children's learning and knowledge of the environment. This includes regular trips to the local community, play areas and parks. Children's awareness of safety is developing well because they take part in emergency evacuation drills and discuss road safety regularly. They have access to a wide range of resources to develop their early creative, numeracy and technology talents. These include learning about different colours, shapes and operating simple programmable toys. A good range of both indoor and outdoor physical activities contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Children go out in the fresh air daily, play regularly at their local park and play areas. A variety of posters, toys and books introduce children to people from different groups in society. However, they do not have access to resources within the setting, which provide positive attitudes to disability.

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and outcomes for children

Children are well behaved and well mannered and have a good awareness of right and wrong, responding positively to gentle reminders from the childminder. Children are gently encouraged to use good manners and to be considerate to the needs of one another. Freshly prepared healthy food, including fresh fruit, is offered to children at meal times. Drinks are readily accessible throughout the day and children are confident to express their needs. Children learn the importance of personal hygiene through daily routines, for example, washing hands after messy play and before eating. Overall, children enjoy developing skills that will support their learning and development successfully in the future. 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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