Setting

Inspection report for early years provision

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EY330569 Unique Reference Number 28 November 2006 Inspection date Kaldip Kaur Chaggar-Brown 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 inadequate - notice of action to improve. The registered person does not meet 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 2006 and minds at the home of another childminder. There are two adults and one child aged seven years living on the premises. The childminder lives in Bramley an area of Leeds. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of two children at any one time and has currently six children on roll. The childminder walks to the local school to take and collect children. There are two dogs, a canary and a rabbit kept on the premises.

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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 satisfactory. Children’s health is promoted satisfactorily. They learn about developing good health as they are encouraged to wash their hands before meals. The childminder follows appropriate health and safety guidelines to keep food storage and preparation areas clean. Children are protected from infection as positive steps to prevent the spread of infection are taken by the childminder. For example, children who are unwell are asked to be collected by a parent and children have limited contact with animals in the household. The childminder holds a suitable first aid qualification and keeps an up to date record of accidents and any medicines given. However, written permission for the childminder to seek emergency first aid advice or treatment has not been obtained from parents. Children benefit from appropriate physical activities; they walk to school, run round the park and have singing and dancing sessions. They are developing skills,

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Helping children to be healthy

such as balancing, running and stopping.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder provides food and drink at appropriate times, that is nutritious and meets children’s needs. The childminder discusses individual dietary needs with parents when they initially visit. Babies are given food that is of the appropriate texture. There are good arrangements in place for the safe preparation of food and drinks. Children are looked after by one childminder whilst the other childminder prepares the meal or snack. Children learn about healthy eating through discussions with the childminder about what she is preparing for meals. Children know that sweets are to be eaten after meals. Satisfactory arrangements are in place for children to access drinks. There are good arrangements in place for children to enjoy a social occasion together when eating. They use appropriate cutlery and crockery, such as plastic handled knives and forks to develop their independence.

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Helping children to be healthy

Babies and young children are emotionally supported by the childminder, they are given comfort and have their needs met. For example, routines for sleeps and feeds are discussed with parents and agreed upon. Children have time to come round following a sleep, before deciding what they want to do.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a warm and welcoming home that is safe and secure. There is sufficient space for children to move around in, to eat, rest and play. Children develop their own independence when using the bathroom as it is easily accessible downstairs. The new porch area has created space where children can hang up their own coat and put away outdoor shoes giving them a sense of responsibility.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Toys and play equipment is age appropriate and suitable for children, including art and craft equipment, construction toys and role play equipment. There is suitable access for children to help themselves, although some toys are kept in the shed outdoors. The childminder obtains items as children ask for them. Toys are rotated to give children a variety of experiences. Children play with toys that are safe. Broken or damaged toys are removed. A satisfactory range

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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 of furniture is used to meet children’s needs, for example, children sit at the dining table at meal times and sleeps take place in a buggy or on beanbags.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Positive steps are taken to promote safety within the home and children benefit from this as they are kept safe and secure. Safety precautions include safety gates fitted to internal doorways and exit door alarms. The childminder has appropriate childminding insurance. Children practise the fire evacuation on a monthly basis so are aware of the procedure. Children are learning to keep themselves safe on outings, for example, they know not to touch unknown dogs. They are also learning about road safety through use of the Green Cross Code. The childminder has appropriate written permissions from parents related to outings.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The childminder has a satisfactory understanding of the procedure to be followed if she had child protection concerns about a child. However, she is unfamiliar with the recent changes from the Area Child Protection Committee to the Local Safeguarding Children Boards.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is satisfactory. Children are settled and enjoy coming to the provision. Positive relationships have developed between the childminder and the children. She responds in a caring and warm manner when they approach her for reassurance and comfort. For example, when a sleeping child awoke, she cuddled the child until she was fully awake and spoke to her in a quiet voice. The childminder provides good emotional support as she discusses issues such as the death of a hamster. Children’s care needs are met appropriately as the childminder works alongside parents to promote individual needs, such as toilet training.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

As the childminder works with another childminder, they work well together organising activities to ensure younger children and older children have age appropriate activities to take part in. For example, one childminder takes older children into another room so that they can play with toys that are not suitable for very young children. Children take part in baking, art, craft and role play activities. Children’s learning is developed through everyday situations and through the use of resources. Children can recount what they have learnt, such as colours, when looking at a colour chart. The childminder sings songs together with the children and as a result children learn number and counting skills. Children enjoy listening to stories.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children are learning to be confident as they can choose what they want to play with. They share toys and play well alongside each other. They enjoy playing with the toys. A star chart is used to promote children’s self esteem as their achievements are recognised. The childminder understands that children develop at different stages. Younger children learn how to make connections with pop up toys, for example, ‘If I push this, then that will happen’. Children are given appropriate challenges. When learning to walk, the childminder holds the child’s hands and walks with them across the room or the child holds onto a toy pram and pushes it along.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder encourages children to say please and thank you at appropriate times. Younger children are learning to be independent as they are given spoons to help feed themselves. Children are learning about the world around them as they go on walks in the locality and they visit local parks to look for creepy crawlies. They grow cress, sunflowers and strawberries in

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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 garden during the summer months. Children are also learning about time through books, such as ‘Land Before time’, which is a book about Dinosaurs.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. The childminder is developing children’s awareness of diversity through activities related to festivals other than their own, such as Eid and Diwali. Children have opportunities to taste different foods from around the world, for example, tacos. The childminder talks to the children about where food comes from. Children play with resources that positively promote images from around the world, such as dressing up clothes and books.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children have appropriate opportunities to join in with play activities. All toys are shared and no distinction is made on the grounds of gender. For example, both girls and boys are encouraged to push the toy pram. Children have a good sense of belonging. The childminder talks to parents about the service provided and their child’s needs. Arrangements are made so that children have suitable time to settle in prior to starting.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder has a positive attitude towards caring for children with a learning difficulty or disability. Children are learning about needs of others through discussions with the childminder.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children are learning how to behave in a positive manner. The childminder gives praise when a child attempts or achieves a task, such as putting on own shoes. Children’s behaviour is managed appropriately. The childminder talks to the children about their behaviour and they are encouraged to think about how it feels when they hurt each other. Time out is used for persistent unwanted behaviour. Children are learning to show respect for each other through activities, such as ‘Show and tell’, where they bring in something to show or share.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The childminder understands the importance of working together and sharing information with parents. Appropriate time is made for discussions with parents and a confidential place is available if needed. Daily discussions take place about activities undertaken and food eaten. Contracts and written agreements are kept as are written permissions, however, there is no clear procedure for the reporting of complaints.

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Organisation

The organisation is inadequate. Children are happy and settled in the care of the childminder as daily routines allow children to rest, play and eat. Space is used well to meet children’s needs.

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Organisation

The childminder has attended and completed both the Introduction to Childminding Practice and First Aid courses. She holds a current First Aid certificate. Children’s attendance is recorded appropriately. Documentation is mainly in place, except for consent to seek emergency first aid advice or treatment. A complaints procedure and record is not kept and this is a breach of regulations. Records are kept in a safe and confidential manner and are shared with parents.

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Organisation

Overall the provision does not meet the needs of the range of children for whom it provides.

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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

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Complaints since the last inspection

Since registration 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 complaints 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 inadequate - notice of action to improve. The registered person does not meet 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, the registered person must take the following actions: • devise a complaints procedure and keep a record of complaints relating to the National Standards and any action taken. These actions are set out in a notice of action to improve and must be completed by the date specified in the notice.

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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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