Childminder in Birmingham

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY301257 Inspection date 27 July 2005 Inspector Lucy Showell

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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 2005. She lives with her husband and their child aged 1 year, in Moseley, Birmingham. The whole ground floor and upstairs bathroom and bedroom of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of 5 children at any one time, and is currently minding 3 children under 5 years part-time throughout the week. The childminder attends the local toddler group. The family have three cats.

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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 enjoy healthy and nutritious snacks and meals and learn to feed themselves with the childminder’s support and encouragement. Children develop good independent skills through free access to individual drinks. Children’s good health and hygiene is promoted through well established routines with regard to personal care. For example, children’s hands and faces are washed thoroughly after meals and cleanliness ensured after access to the cats. Children benefit through the childminder’s well written policies and procedures with regard to health issues, although medication records need to be improved. Children’s individual health needs are met through a good daily routine. Each child’s sleep pattern is considered and adhered to. They have their own cots and individual bedding is used to reduce the risk of cross infection. Children's physical needs are promoted through encouragement from the childminder and effective use of toys and

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Helping children to be healthy

equipment that promote development of children's gross and fine motor skills.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. Children’s safety is promoted through the good range of equipment in place and the childminder’s effective security procedures. Children are competently protected from hazards through well organised access to versatile areas and constant supervision. Children begin to show consideration for each other and are developing awareness of safety. They have frequent access to a good range of resources that are very appropriate for the age and abilities of all children cared for at the setting, and comply with British safety standards. Children’s welfare is promoted through excellent written policies and procedures for lost and uncollected children and fire procedures, and through correct recording of accidents.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children learn through free access to a good variety of toys and equipment. Individual needs are met through the selection of resources available where children's age, ability and safety is considered and complied with. Children enjoy the calm and relaxing atmosphere where quiet classical music and the childminder’s approach is happy and positive. Children benefit through the

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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 childminder’s good interaction and communication skills. Children develop through significant involvement and positive encouragement to listen to stories and interact with each other. Their individual progress is recorded well in daily diaries and shared effectively with parents on a daily basis.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children benefit through a positive atmosphere where individual needs and views are respected. Children learn about differences and similarities in the wider community through positive creative activities, outings and the childminder’s well informed understanding of various cultures and religions. Children’s unwanted behaviour is dealt with very effectively and praise and stimulation encourages children to play together well. Children’s understanding of good behaviour is further developed through following positive role models and the childminder’s consistent and effective reminders. Children’s continuity of care is promoted through the childminder’s relationships with the parents. Good information is shared and individual beliefs and requests are valued.

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Organisation

The organisation is good. Children’s individual needs are met through well organised daily routines to include each child’s sleep and meal patterns. Generally, documentation is effective and precise, all certificates are displayed, and consent forms completed and individual information remains confidential. Children benefit through the good communication between parents and childminder. Each child’s daily activities are recorded effectively in individual diaries and shared with parents at the end of the day. Parents then have the opportunity to add comments or requests for the childminder.

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Improvements since the last inspection

Not applicable as this is first inspection.

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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): • ensure medication records are completed correctly.

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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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