Jones, Dionne Elizabeth

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY269689 Inspection date 23 May 2005 Inspector Shaheen Matloob

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder has been registered since November 2004. The childminder is registered to care for three children under eight and is presently caring for three children under eight and two children over eight on a full and part time basis. She lives in an end terraced house in the Haworth area of Bradford with her partner and two children. Local amenities such as shops and a park are all within walking distance. Local schools are a short drive and the childminder uses a vehicle to collect and drop off children to two of the local schools. The areas of the house used for childminding are the ground floor, there is access to

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 a toilet and hand washing facilities on the first floor and a bedroom on the first floor is used for sleeping children and further activities. There is no garden available for outdoor play, but the childminder ensures that arrangements are made for regular excursions to the local park and weekly trips to parent and toddler groups. The family have a dog. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children learn the importance of good personal hygiene, through planned daily routines and they are consistently encouraged to wash their hands after using the toilet and before meals. The childminder reinforces this good practice through setting a positive example herself. Individual towels are provided and children cared for understand the simple hygiene procedures. Children also learn about healthy living and enjoy a wide range of activities including trips and outings daily, which help to contribute to their good health. Children are encouraged to walk on most outings, weather permitting and be aware of their bodies’ abilities. Children's personal interests are also taken into account and the childminder actively follows their interests for example, a child likes going on the bus so the childminder ensures that some trips are taken using a bus. Children are nourished well. They are provided with regular meals in adequate

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Helping children to be healthy

quantities for their needs. Written records contain information about children's specific needs, in order to promote and maintain their healthy development. Children are able to independently access drinks throughout the day and the childminder takes into account children's choices when providing healthy snacks and meals that appeal to children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for in a warm and welcoming environment. The premises are kept safe and have good security systems in place. The childminder helps to keep children safe in the setting on outings because she has identified potential risks through carrying out a thorough risk assessment, allowing children to move safely and unrestricted. The childminder is committed to helping children understand the hazards outdoors. Children are fully aware of road safety and are encouraged to hold hands and walk safely when participating in outings. Children independently select from a wide range of age appropriate activities and good quality toys that meet safety standards and are checked regularly. The childminder carefully monitors and selects activities depending on the ages and abilities of children present to make sure that they are safe and meet children's developmental needs.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder has all the required procedures and documentation in place to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and promoted. The childminder holds a valid first aid certificate and a secure understanding of child protection procedures and has the confidence to follow those if required.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are confident in their relationships with the childminder. They have very good, warm, caring relationship with childminder and respond well to her guidance and support. They play and talk happily together, the childminder asks effective questions to enhance children's language development and thinking. The childminder has a good understanding of the individual needs of children and meets them effectively. She knows the children well and provides activities to move children on to the next stage of development. she is supportive and encourages children to try new things. Children's creativity and imagination are developed through activities such as singing and role play. Children are independent and are able to access a wide range of toys that are stored to allow self selection and encourage children to tidy up after themselves. Children are involved in decision making and choose their meals and snacks. Children are

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

fully interested in the activities available as they offer a good challenge and help children to acquire new skills. The childminder constantly interacts and supports children whilst they play, giving clear directions but not interfering.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. The childminder has a good understanding of equality, anti discriminatory practice and special needs, therefore ensuring that all children are treated as equals with individual concern. Children are provided with a varied range of toys and resources that promote equality such as small world toys, dolls reflecting disabilities and gender, dual language books, role play, dressing up and various puzzles. These are set out for children to use daily. Children are aware of diversity and positive images are provided to promote this. Children have free choice and can access all activities. Children are well behaved. Methods used to manage children's behaviour are sensitive and appropriate for their individuality and stage of development. Children make themselves at home, confidently deciding what to do and helping themselves to toys and drinks. They have time to relax as well as be active.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Relationships with parents are positive. They are given daily feedback on their child's day and details about their care and activities in order to contribute to their continuity of care.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Organisation is effective. Children are happy and at ease with the well organised environment, they are confident enough to initiate and self select their own play. Documentation is used well to promote the welfare, care and learning of children. All legal documentation is in place and maintained to a good standard. The childminder regularly checks and updates these if required, they are shared with parents as and when required. Children's progress and their day is shared with parents daily, through verbal communication contributing to the continuity of care. The childminder has a positive regard for children's well being and knows them well, she has a good understanding of their development and provides appropriate support and care. Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend

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Improvements since the last inspection

The last Children act inspection recommended that the childminder should improve parental consents for emergency medical treatment, transport children in a vehicle and consent for outings. the childminder has made effective progress to ensure all relevant documentation is maintained. Written consents have been obtained from all parents regarding outings, transporting in the childminder's vehicle and to seek emergency medical treatment.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are good. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • improve knowledge and understanding of the needs of under 3, e.g. through the birth to three framework

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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