Childminder in North Lincolnshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY295470 Inspection date 05 July 2005 Inspector Sandra Jean Russell

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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 was registered in November 2004. She works with her mother, as co-childminder, from her parents' home in the Bottesford area of Scunthorpe. The ground floor of the premises is used for childminding purposes. This consists of a living room, kitchen/diner and toilet facilities. There is a secure rear garden providing opportunities for outdoor play. The childminder takes children to, and collects them from the local pre school, Infant and Junior Schools The childminder is registered to offer care to six children under 8 years. There are

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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 currently seven children on roll.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. The children are cared for in an environment where health and hygiene procedures are very good. The clean, tidy environment ensures the health of the children. They are encouraged to learn simple hygiene routines such as hand washing and begin to learn the importance of hygiene procedures such as the hygienic disposal of tissues. The children are protected from the sun, when playing outside, by the use of hats and sun cream (with parental consent). When the weather permits the children benefit from sleeping in the fresh air. The childminder ensures that they are protected from the sun, by ensuring that their pushchairs are placed in the shade. Children have their health and dietary needs met as the childminder works with the parents to provide healthy meals. Foods provided by parents are appropriately stored and refrigerated, ensuring the health of the children. The children receive drinks at

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Helping children to be healthy

regular intervals. The children enjoy a wide range of well planned activities to develop their skills and control of their bodies. For example they have opportunities to play in the garden with wheeled toys, hoops and balls, visit local parks and playgrounds. They are able to move freely about the setting developing their sense of space.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. The children are cared for in an environment that is very safe and secure. Daily risk assessments ensure that the equipment used, such as high chairs, changing equipment and booster seats, is very clean, safe and in good condition. On outings reins, seat harnesses and buggies are used, ensuring the continued safety and welfare of the children at all times. They learn to keep themselves safe as the childminder teaches them to negotiate the garden steps confidently and educates them in road safety procedures when they are out and about. The children are able to self select their play materials, that are easily accessible at floor level. These are very clean and of good quality, ensuring children's safety is maintained The children benefit from the childminder's up to date understanding of first aid practice and their welfare is safeguarded through her awareness of child protection

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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 The provision is good. The children are happy and settled. They play well together and interact amicably with the childminder, forging warm, comfortable relationships. They develop self assurance and self esteem as they confidently choose their own resources, such as books, construction, puzzles and role play materials. They enjoy sharing a story with the childminder and excitedly help to construct a tower, guessing how tall it can be built before it falls over and measuring it against the child's own height. The children are very independent , knowing where to access tissues and how to dispose of them appropriately. They learn to respect the needs of others as they acknowledge a time for quiet play, whilst the baby goes to sleep. The children acquire new knowledge and skills as they access age appropriate

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

resources such as sticker books, pre-school number and mark making exercises, sound and light games, shape sorting, construction, outdoor play, role play and craft work. They produce life size drawings, learning self recognition. They enjoy visits to farms, parks, local shops and playgroups. extending their experiences and introducing them to the local community.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children are cared for positively by the childminder who works with parents to meet the children's individual needs. Her attention to the production of appropriate policies and the maintaining of children's records ensures that their individual needs and requirements are met. The childminder's acute awareness of the potential to adapt activities, to suit varying abilities, ensures the inclusion of all children. The children experience a sense of belonging as they receive spontaneous hugs and responsive attention from the childminder. They work and play harmoniously with each other, the older children enjoying the responsibility of helping with the younger children. They demonstrate respect of the needs of others, such as acknowledging the need to play quietly until the baby goes to sleep. The children become aware of a wider society as the childminder takes them on outings, visits to toddler groups, trips to the shops and market, where the children are

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Helping children make a positive contribution

given opportunities to pay for the purchases. The children create scrap books containing cut out pictures of other countries, cultures and food; puzzles and books provide positive images of people from other cultures.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. The children are at home in a well organised environment. This means that they are confident to initiate their own play. The clear, concise policies and procedures are used effectively to promote the care and welfare of the children. Most of the documentation and information given to parents is in order and up to date.

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Organisation

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's high regard for obtaining relevant information, ensures that the children receive the appropriate care and attention. She ensures that verbal and written details are exchanged with parents on a daily basis and ongoing recording of children's progress ensures that children's development is monitored. Overall the provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides when resources are easily available, age appropriate and care and attention are provided as required. The provision meets the needs of the children who attend.

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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): • ensure attendance records are kept up to date • include details of the activities provided, in the written agreement with parents.

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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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