Bosco Centre College

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 141562 Inspection date 22/05/2012 Inspector Kim Mundy

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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 1994. She lives with her husband and child in Newport Pagnell in Buckinghamshire. The whole of the ground floor and first floor bathroom facilities of the childminder's house are available for childminding. There is an enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks and drives to local schools to take and collect children. She attends the local pre-school groups. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight at any one time, three of whom may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding one child in this age group.

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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 in the care of this warm and friendly childminder. Overall, they make good progress as they have fun learning through play. In the main, close partnerships with parents contribute successfully to the children's education and welfare. Children are safe and secure on the premises and their health is positively promoted. Self-evaluation is effective because the childminder demonstrates a capacity to improve and to maintain continuous improvement in her childminding service.

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further?

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

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further?

 work in partnerships with parents by involving them in their child's continuous learning and development  provide a range of objects of various textures and weights to excite and encourage babies' interests and show babies different ways to make marks.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a good knowledge of safeguarding issues and the procedures to follow in the event she suspects a child is at risk. In order to protect children, adults in the home have a criminal records check and visitors are required to sign the visitor's book. Daily risk assessments are carried out for the premises and each specific outing to further promote children's safety. Children's health and well-being are positively promoted and documentation, such as accident and medication administration records support the good practice in place.

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the early years provision

The childminder fully promotes equality and diversity. Each child is valued and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 included, ensuring their individual needs are met. She plans the environment for babies play and exploration. For instance, they have space in which to roll, reach out and explore objects. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and photos and posters displayed. The childminder has a good range of toys and activities suitable for various ages and stages of children's development. Furthermore, the children play with toys and resources, which promote diversity, and help them to become aware of difference.

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the early years provision

The childminder accurately recognises her strengths and areas for development. In addition, she considers how she will continue to drive improvement in her practice. Since the last inspection, the childminder has improved safeguarding procedures for children. Parents' views are also valued as they complete questionnaires about the childminding service. The childminder attends training courses to develop her good childcare skills. She keeps abreast of childcare issues by using the internet and by liaising with other child care professionals.

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the early years provision

The childminder engages in positive relationships with the parents, established through ensuring clear and open lines of communication. Each child has a daily diary and assessment file in which the childminder notes their routine and progress towards the early learning goals. However, partnerships have not extended to involving them in their child's continuous learning and development. Parents' comments demonstrate that they are very pleased with the childminding service they receive.

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the early years provision

The childminder is fully aware of the benefits of establishing and maintaining positive links with other settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure continuity of care and learning for each child as the need arises. All of the required paperwork is well organised and maintained accurately. The childminder's policies and procedures underpin her good childminding service.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. She plans and prepares a suitable range of activities for babies, taking their individual interests and stages of development into account. For example, she is currently encouraging babies to strengthen their hand eye co- ordination, by allowing them to explore some objects with their hands and mouth. However, their opportunities to investigate various textures and to explore different ways to make marks are less developed.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder constantly chats to babies who respond by gurgling, smiling and squealing. They enjoy looking at books with mirrors and sounds. Babies thoroughly enjoy action songs and rhymes as they bounce on the childminder's lap. Consequently, this promotes their early communication skills. Babies are finding out how things work through activities, such as posting shapes and stacking cups. A good selection of programmable toys helps babies to find out about how things work, for instance, by pressing buttons to play music and by turning the dial on This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 the toy telephone.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder manages children's behaviour effectively through consistent use of age appropriate strategies. She has clear and meaningful written guidelines for acceptable behaviour for children. The childminder ensures babies are safe and secure in their chairs by using appropriate harnesses. Babies are developing a positive attitude towards being active as the childminder ensures they have regular opportunities to exercise in the fresh air. For instance, they enjoy walks to the park where they observe the birds and other creatures. Indoors, babies have space in which to roll, reach out and grab objects.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's home is very clean and good procedures are in place to minimise possible cross-infection. Children wash their hands during the routine of the day and the provision of individual towels and bed linen promotes good heath and hygiene practices. The childminder has a good understanding of the procedures to follow in respect of a sick or injured child. Parents provide their child's lunch and the childminder offers healthy snacks, such as a variety of fresh fruits. Babies cuddle up happily and comfortably on the childminder's lap when bottle-feeding. Babies clearly feel safe and secure; they clearly enjoy their day with this warm and nurturing childminder. 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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