Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY298972 Inspection date 22 April 2005 Inspector Melissa Louise Patel

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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 lives in a town house in Baildon near Shipley. She lives with her husband and daughter of 3 years. They live close to and visit local amenities such as, shops, schools and local parks. She has been registered since the 12th of December 2004. The children have access to the ground floor and access to the child's bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor.

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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 The childminder currently cares for 4 children. There is an enclosed play area to the rear of the house. There are two pet fish.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children enjoy and benefit from a wide range of activities which contributes to their good health. Children experience a good range of physical play such as, playing on the slide outdoors and digging in the sand which they enjoy. The children also experience regular walking trips to local parks. The childminder's good understanding of appropriate resources helps give children confidence to try out new activities. Children benefit from a warm and hygienic home environment. They have a good understanding of the importance of washing their hands before having a snack and after playing outside. Children are learning well about healthy eating habits and are receiving healthy choices about foods. for example, whether to choose yogurt or fruit at snack time. Children are able to access regular drinks. Dietary needs are met well by taking account of parent's wishes and children's choices.

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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 home where risks are mostly identified and minimised. Children are kept safe by the childminder's understanding of good safety procedures. This means children are able to move around safely and with confidence and are learning how to keep themselves safe. The childminder gives high priority to supervising children well. However, access to the bathroom window still presents a hazard. Children are able to self select activities and resources that are in good condition and stored safely. The childminder has all appropriate and required procedures in place to ensure children's safety is protected and promoted. For example, the childminder has a clear understanding of local Area Child Protection Committee procedures.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. The children enjoy themselves at the childminder's house. Children are developing their independence and confidence well as they are able to easily access and choose a range of purposeful resources. For example, the minded children have access to a

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 good range of creative activities, play dough, box modelling, books, construction, dressing up, mark making and many other activities. These resources ensure children are able to learn, have fun and develop their overall skills. Children also benefit from planned themes such as, the theme 'under the sea.' Through these activities children's overall learning is being developed well and the children have fun. Bright stimulating displays of children's own work also contributes to children's learning and self-confidence as they see their work valued.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are aware of acceptable boundaries, for example, not to climb on the settee. Children's behaviour is very good and their behaviour is reinforced by the childminder's good use of praise such as, well done. Children are able to make independent choices such as, a choice of foods at snack time and whether they want to eat in or outside. The childminder has a good range of resources to promote a positive view of differences in our society today. For example, a range of positive images are available through books. The children also learn about important days in our calendar such as, Saint George's day. Children's individual needs are valued. An individual developmental file on each child is kept. This includes helpful information on whether the child is settled and any likes and dislikes. This information is shared with individual parents.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. The children benefit from a safe, well-organised and stimulating environment, inside and outside. This enables children to be confident and develop their individual skills. Documents, including policies and procedures, are used effectively to promote the welfare of children. Documents are shared with parents and the information available keeps them well informed about the service provided. For example, what their children are doing throughout the day. Overall the provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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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 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 safety with regard to access to the bathroom window

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The quality and standards of the care

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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