St Agnes CofE Primary School

Ilys Booker Under Fives Centre Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 105700 Inspection date 25/06/2012 Inspector Emma Power

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Setting address Lower Clarendon Walk, Lancaster West Estate, London, W11 1SL Telephone number 020 7221 9031 Email ilbookeru5@yahoo.co.uk Type of setting Childcare - Non-Domestic 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.

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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 setting

Ilys Booker Centre was registered in 1993. It is located in a housing estate in North Kensington and operates from two playrooms on the ground floor and one on the first floor. All children share access to a secure enclosed outdoor play area. The centre is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. A maximum of 24 children aged under eight years may attend the centre at any one time; of these, 18 may be in the early years age range. The centre is currently only operating as a drop in group for families so there are no children on roll. The centre is open each weekday from 8am to 6pm for 50 weeks of the year. The centre employs three staff who all hold appropriate early years qualifications.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The centre meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. There are suitable policies and procedures in place to promote children's welfare. Staff are able to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding children. They have attended training and know what to do if they have a concern. Risk assessments are in place to maintain a safe environment and staff are first aid trained. Management follow suitable recruitment and vetting procedures to help ensure that staff are suitable to work with children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The centre is welcoming and inclusive. There is a good range of resources and activities to support children's all round learning and development. Staff understand child development and the learning requirements. They can describe suitable ways to observe and track children's progress, demonstrating a good understanding of supporting children's individual needs. They currently plan a wide range of fun activities for the children who visit the centre with their parents.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The centre has already established a number of partnerships with other agencies through currently operating as a drop in centre for families. These include links with a speech therapist and a trust specialising in gardening activities. Management describe suitable systems to promote positive relationships with parents to support inclusive practice and children's individuality.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Management and staff meet regularly to reflect on their provision and engage in regular training to keep up to date with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. They have recently identified areas for development and demonstrate a good capacity to maintain continuous improvements.

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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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