Kaye, Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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302347 Unique Reference Number 18 December 2006 Inspection date Rasmik Parmar Inspector

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Childcare Type of inspection Childminding Type of care

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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

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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 1994. She lives with her two children in semi-detached house in Wibsey, Bradford. Children have use of the ground and first floor of the house and a secure outdoor play area. Children have access to local amenities such as shops, parks and schools.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. She is currently caring for six children. The childminder takes children to a variety of parks, playgroups and activity centres. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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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

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is good. Children learn about being healthy as the childminder follows good daily routines to ensure that children understand the need for personal hygiene. The childminder wears plastic gloves when changing the nappy of the baby in order to maintain hygiene standards. In addition, children wash their hands with soap in the bathroom before eating and after using the toilet, drying their hands on individual, coloured towels, to prevent cross infection.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder has an effective policy for administering medication and the recording of accidents for the safety of the children. The childminder has an effective exclusion procedure, informing parents about the incubation periods for notifiable diseases so that children are protected.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy physical play by being taken to the local parks, playgroups, activity centres and the local sports centre in order to develop their social skills and build their physical strength for a healthy body.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children develop good eating habits by enjoying healthy meals and snacks in order to help them to grow. The childminder provides home cooked meals with good portions of vegetables and meat together with a large variety of fruit and yogurts to ensure that children are well nourished. She ensures that children develop good eating habits by not providing junk foods and fizzy drinks.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children are cared for to a good standard in a warm, caring and child centred environment. Children have the space to move freely within the available space, which is safe and secure.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a good range of toys and equipment suitable for the needs of the minded children. An appropriate selection of resources are brought out, suitable for the age range, which is changed regularly from the full collection, in order to maintain the interest of children.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are kept safe by the childminder taking precautions in all areas of childminding. During outings the childminder has used reins, double buggies and body harnesses for younger children for their safety. As part of her increased awareness of fire safety the childminder carries out a fire drill every three months whereby children are able to familiarise themselves with the fire escape routes.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children's welfare is generally well promoted. The childminder has up to date information on child protection to enable her to carry out her role in protecting children. She is aware of possible signs of abuse or neglect and the procedures to follow should any concerns arise.

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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

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are happy, settled and confident in a homely environment where they are able develop their confidence and learn. Children develop confidence and self-esteem as the childminder praises the children, shows them respect and appreciates their achievements.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder is very much out going and children are taken to the local sports centre in the holidays, where they have access to a large variety of play opportunities to promote physical development. The childminder also uses the library to provide an environment for learning through books. Children develop a variety of skills by playing with play dough, dressing up, reading and imaginative play.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children were seen to be having fun playing with the good selection of resources within the room, especially with the large plastic box, which they used to alternately hide inside in pairs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued as individuals as the childminder uses information from parents to meet the specific needs of the child. Equality of opportunity is promoted as the childminder uses the resources to show children the differences and similarities which exist between people.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are praised for good behaviour resulting in increased levels of self-esteem and a trust in the childminder together with good relationships with other children. Children learn about boundaries so that they are able manage their own behaviour. Additionally, the display of children's art work helps to boost their confidence and this helps to create an environment for enhanced learning.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children benefit from positive relationships between the childminder and their parents as this promotes good communication and trust. Parents have provided 'thank you' cards and references to the childminder showing their appreciation of the good childcare service provided. Parents sign the necessary consent forms and for younger children they are provided with a book providing information on sleep, nappy change and feed times. However, there is no complaints procedure.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The childminder has good skills to organise her business for the care of children. Routines are established to ensure that children are secure. The childminder organises her time to ensure that older children take part in a wide variety of experiences during the holidays.

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Organisation

Documentation is satisfactorily organised and kept up to date in order to safely manage the welfare, care and learning of children. The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the National Standards and implements them to promote positive outcomes for children.

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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 Overall, the provision meets the needs of the range of the children for whom it provides.

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Improvements since the last inspection

At the last inspection the childminder was recommended to continue to extend resources that reflect positive images of culture, ethnicity, gender and learning difficulties and/or disabilities; ensure Ofsted are informed of any serious accidents that may have occurred on the premises and raise children's awareness of fire evacuation procedures.

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Improvements since the last inspection

The childminder has continued to extend resources that reflect positive images of culture, ethnicity, gender and learning difficulties and/or disabilities in order to broaden children's awareness of the wider society; is aware of the need to inform Ofsted of any serious accidents for the safety of children and regularly practices the fire evacuation with children in order to raise their awareness of fire safety. These changes enhance positive outcomes for minded children.

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since the last inspection there have been no complaints made to Ofsted that required the provider or Ofsted to take any action in order to meet the National Standards. The provider is required to keep a record of complaints made by parents, which they can see on request. The complaint record may contain complaints other than those made to Ofsted.

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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): • include the full contact details for Ofsted in the complaints procedure.

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The quality and standards of the care

set out in the leaflet Complaints about Ofsted Early Years: concerns or complaints about Ofsted's role in regulating and inspecting childcare and early education (HMI ref no 2599) 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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