Bluecoat Beechdale Academy

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 140369 Inspection date 29/06/2012 Inspector Anahita Aderianwalla

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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 registered in 1999. She lives with her husband, two adult children and child aged 16 years old, in Tottenham in the London Borough of Haringey. The childminder lives close to shops, parks, schools and public transport links. Her home is on the second floor of a block of flats. Access to the provision is via a lift or stairs. The whole of the childminder's home is available for childminding, except the bedrooms. The childminder collects children from the local school and goes to the local Children's Centre regularly. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children under eight years at any one time and of these, three may be in the early years age range. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. There are currently no children on roll.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has made improvements to her practice and meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. Through discussion and documentation, the childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of what to do if she had any safeguarding concerns regarding a child in her care. She has a clear understanding of the need to carry out risk assessments in her home to minimise potential risks to children. For example, the childminder has risk assessments in place and has put various safety measures in place in her home to further safeguard children.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has made several changes to her provision, to ensure she keeps up to date with the legal requirements. For example, she has now completed an up-to-date qualification in first aid; and has obtained public liability insurance. She has begun to identify areas of weakness and has attended several courses to improve her knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. She demonstrates a suitable capacity to sustain improvement. The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge and understanding of how to meet individual children's learning and development needs. She recognises the importance of promoting equality and diversity. She has systems in place to ensure she works closely with parents; so they may become involved in their children's learning. Through discussion, she demonstrates how she will use this information to inform her planning and has systems in place to observe and assess children's

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

learning and progress. The childminder has a sound understanding of the six areas of learning and has appropriate resources in place for children to participate in activities to promote their development. She explains how she would work in partnership with other early years providers to promote continuity of care and learning for children who attend another setting.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates through discussion a sound understanding of how to help children maintain a healthy lifestyle. She would offer children a range of healthy snacks, and encourage them to follow good hygiene practices. She This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 recognises the importance of daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise.

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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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