Wyvern St Edmund's Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 144388 Inspection date 14/05/2012 Inspector Shaheen Belai

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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 was registered in 1989. She lives with her adult son in London Fields, within the London Borough of Hackney. The childminder lives in a residential house conversion and is situated on the first and second floor of the premises, access is via a flight of stairs. Children have use of the lounge, kitchen and bathroom facilities.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for three children aged under eight years at any one time, of these three may be within the early years age range. The childminder currently has four children within the early years age range on roll, who attend on a full and part-time basis.

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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, secure and make good progress in their learning. The childminder provides children with an interesting play environment. She has developed a secure relationship with parents. Partnership with other early years settings children also attend has not been fully explored. The childminder provides an inclusive service and meets each child's needs well. There are some resources providing positive images of diversity and some community festivals celebrated but these are limited. The childminder demonstrates a focused commitment to continuous improvement. She attends training and undertakes self-evaluation to improve outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 maintain a regular two-way flow of information between other settings that children also attend to promote continuity in the children care  provide additional positive experiences that challenge children's thinking and help them embrace differences in gender, ethnicity, language, religion, culture, special educational needs and/ordisabilities.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the childminder's commitment to safeguarding. She has a good understanding of protecting children from harm and effective procedures, This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 such as child protection and a complaints procedure. The childminder has developed a range of policies and procedures that provide parents with useful information about her service. Risk assessments are undertaken regularly on the home, resources and for outings. This enables the childminder to identify any potential risks and take appropriate action to minimise identified hazards to protect children. Additional safety measures are in place, for example, safety gates in the home and the childminder provideschildren with high visibility vests on outings. The childminder maintains all required records. These include a record of attendance and written parental consent for seeking medical aid advice or

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the early years provision

A secure partnership with parents is in place. Good systems of communication include daily discussion at handover times and the childminder also telephones parents if they are unable to collect their children directly.. The childminder keeps parents informed of their child's development. She encourages parents to contribute to supporting their child's development, for example, planning for toilet training. On-going communication allows parents and the childminder to keep up- to-date with new information on children's progress. The childminder demonstrates a positive attitude to developing relationships with others to benefit children in her care. However, she has not yet taken appropriate steps to support children who also attend other settings to ensure continuity of care between all the settings children attend.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to providing an inclusive service. She has good information about children's backgrounds to help her support their individual needs. Children are developing some positive awareness of people who are different from themselves. They have access to a developing range of resources that promote diversity and children celebrate a range of religious and cultural festivals. Children have access to a wide range of quality resources, which are organised effectively to promote high levels of independence and choice. The childminder uses a range of community groups to provide additional learning experiences and opportunities to socialise with other children. The premises are organised well, providing an environment where children can move with ease and confidence.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to evaluate her service, using the Ofsted self- evaluation form; as a result, she plans to improve her systems for observational assessments. She is active in attending a range of training to update her knowledge, since her last inspection she has gained National Vocational qualification at level two in childcare. She demonstrates a positive commitment to improving outcomes for children. In response to recommendations made at her last inspection she has promoted safeguarding and provided better access to play materials for children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has begun to implement systems to record observations, monitor children's progress and identify the next steps in children's learning. The childminder plans a busy day of learning opportunities, both in the home and in the community. Children visit the local book and toy library, attend music and movement sessions, and an under-fives drop-in group.

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and outcomes for children

Children receive high levels of adult interaction. They enjoy their time and take part in a good selection of adult-led and self-initiated activities. They play for long periods with empty cardboard boxes, initiating games of playing in a boat. Children confidently approach the childminder for her to read books to them, confidently requesting their favourite. The use of DVD's offer children stories in the visual form, which engages them very well. Children are developing their independence skills; for example, helping to prepare snacks, addressing their own toilet needs and making choices in their play. Children help make play dough or engage in cooking activities. These planned activities take into account the different ages and abilities of each child.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder carefully plans the cooking activity to allow older children to explore early science and maths and younger children to learn to mix and handle different ingredients. Drawing and painting activities allow children to practise their early writing skills. Children are learning the importance of caring for their environment. They recycle materials and know to dispose of fruit skins in the correct box. Children show great interest while looking through the window and spotting trains, birds and squirrels. Children use everyday technology such as a child's computer, an interactive globe and cause and effect toys. Children play very well together. They have a lot of respect for each other, which is evident when they share resources. Children are supported in facing challenges, through the wide range of puzzles and resources. Children apply themselves to activities for long periods of time and are interested and occupied. Children thrive in a

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and outcomes for children

supportive setting where they play at their own pace. They are physically active, dancing, jumping and hopping with joy as they listen and respond to action songs. Children acquire skills and abilities that are appropriate to their age and their progress; this ensures that children are well prepared for future learning needs.

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and outcomes for children

Children help the childminder with preparing their snacks, which supports their understanding of healthy eating. Children talk about their favourite fruits and different tastes and the childminder takes these into account when planning a balanced and healthy menu. Children learn about hygiene through practical exercises, such as washing their hands before preparing snacks or replacing the food cover on uneaten fruit. The childminder follows parent's guidance regarding individual dietary needs. Children are learning the importance of safety. They learn about how to cross the road and take part in planned fire evacuation drills. Children present consistent levels of good behaviour. The childminder gives praise and uses positive methods to reinforce the message of acceptable behaviour. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 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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