Greenland Community Primary School

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 143585 Inspection date 11/05/2012 Inspector Martha Darkwah

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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 1996. She lives with two teenage children in Shepherds Bush, in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The whole of the ground floor of the house is available for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play.

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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. She may care for a maximum of three children under the age of eight, who may all be in the early years age range. There are no children on roll at the time of the inspection.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and guidance overall. She has sufficient knowledge of safeguarding children issues, policy and procedure. The childminder demonstrates a clear understanding of what to do in the event she suspects a child is at risk. This means that she is likely to take the necessary action required to protect children from further harm. The childminder is attentive to safety issues within the home. She reports that she carries out daily safety checks when caring for children. The records available show that the childminder carries out valuable risk assessments for the premises, and outings, as legally required. The childminder has a fire blanket available that is easily accessible in the event of an emergency, should the childminder choose to use it.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder shows commitment to self-evaluate her practice. For example, she has completed training on 'Every Child a Talker', and updates her first aid training every three years. Through discussion, the childminder explains how training will be ongoing to secure continuous improvement. The childminder has addressed the actions from the last inspection. This demonstrates a suitable capacity to make ongoing improvements. The childminder reports that she has read and understood the learning and development requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. She explains how she would take account of children's individual care and learning needs to help them make ongoing progress. The childminder has an appropriate range of activities and resources to support children's progress across all areas of learning.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Through discussion, the childminder shows an understanding of the need to work in partnership with parents and carers and other agencies to meet children's individual needs. She states how parents will get detailed information about their child's activities during the day and the specific information she will obtain from parents to enable her to meet children's individual care needs. The childminder also describes suitable arrangements for keeping parents well informed about their child's progress, for example, by daily feedback and a summary of a learning journal. Through discussion, the childminder demonstrates she has a sound understanding of equality and diversity and this is a key element of her service. She demonstrates that she supports children in having pride in their own culture This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and having respect for others. The childminder understands the need to treat each

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

child as an individual and with respect, which promotes inclusive practice.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder holds a valid first aid certificate to enable her to deal appropriately with children's accidents. Through discussion, the childminder suitably demonstrates how children will be encouraged to learn about a healthy lifestyle, for example, by engaging in daily outdoor play and exercise while visiting the local park and playgrounds. The childminder reports that she can support children to develop an understanding of healthy lifestyles, as she provides freshly cooked nutritious food and organises health based activities. She also describes making good use of educational posters to aid children to make healthy choices for their snacks and meals.

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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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