Childminder in East Riding of YorkshireOfsted inspection, 8 Aug 2005

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY297309 Inspection date 08 August 2005 Inspector Carol-Anne Shaw

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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 satisfactory. 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 family in a terrace house to the north of Beverley. Minded children have access to the lounge and kitchen diner, the toilet is situated on the ground floor. There is a secure area of the garden used for children’s outside play. The childminder is registered for a maximum of four children and is presently caring for two children. Children attend on full or part time basis. The family have a budgerigar as a pet.

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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 Local amenities are within walking distance of the home and children are taken out for walks each day. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a welcoming, clean home organised for childminding. They are progressing well due to the appropriate procedures and practice in all areas, meeting children’s physical, nutritional and health needs. The childminder gives support and guidance, helping children to learn about hygiene. Children are becoming increasingly independent in their own personal care. Children are developing their physical control in daily indoor and outdoor activities. The childminder has awareness of each child’s stage of development and provides activities to encourage children’s increasing physical control. Children are learning about personal hygiene. For example, at snack time the younger child is reminded to wash hands, the childminder supervises and explains why it is important to wash hands before eating their snack. Children have quiet times and younger children sleep to their own individual routines.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder discusses healthy foods with the older children enabling them to have an understanding of healthy eating. Children enjoy the healthy snacks of fruit provided by the childminder. Close communication with parents ensures all children’s dietary requirements are met.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is good. The environment is safe as risks to children have been identified and minimised. The childminder is vigilant in her supervision. Children enjoy the freedom to play safely indoors and outside in the garden. The children are safe within the home and when on outings with the childminder. Children learn through discussion with the childminder, why it is important to walk safely, holding hands when outside the home. They independently access equipment and resources from a range of safe, good quality, age appropriate resources. These are well organised, allowing children to freely access the activities and resources available. The childminder has all the required documentation in place to ensure children’s welfare is safeguarded and promoted. The childminder understands her role in protecting children but is aware she has a limited knowledge of child protection procedures. However, her good attention to children's welfare means that children

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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 arrive confidently and settle quickly at the childminders home. Children are building their confidence through effective relationships with the childminder. They learn to be increasingly independent as they chose from the range of resources and toys organised by the childminder. They enjoy a wide range of different and interesting activities to support their development, for example, visiting the library, listening to stories, painting, play dough, playing musical instruments and role play. Children learn to count and measure through helping with the baking. They enjoy the outside play, with opportunities to feed the fish and learn about planting seeds and growing things. Children make good progress in their development and learning, as they participate in the play activities they enjoy. The younger children are confident and secure with the childminder. The care is very

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

good with excellent relationships evident. The childminder gives lots of practical support to enable younger children to join in with the play. Children's individual home routines are followed. Discussion with parents ensures that their daily care needs are followed.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are valued as individuals and their individual needs are met each day. They follow a daily routine that is discussed and agreed with parents. Children behave well, they show respect for resources and other children. The children show good manners, they remember to say please and thank you when having their snack. Children are becoming aware of the wider society through stories and role play. However, access to activities and resources to support their understanding of diversity is limited. Partnership with parents is good. Children are valued as individuals and their individual needs are met each day. They follow a daily routine that is discussed and agreed with parents. Good communication between the childminder and parent’s is effective in ensuring all children’s care needs are met. The daily diary completed by the childminder keeps parent's informed of care and activities done each day.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The children are relaxed and at home in the organised home environment. This means they are confident to initiate and extend their play and learning. Procedures are used appropriately to promote children’s welfare and learning. These are shared with parents to keep them well informed about the childminding service. This

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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 contributes to continuity in the children’s care. The childminder is aware of her training needs, to develop her knowledge and understanding of child protection and complete her first aid training. All the required documentation for the safe management of the childminding service is organised and available for parents. Overall the provision meets the needs of all 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 satisfactory. 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): • develop knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures • develop activities and resources to support children's understanding of differences • complete an appropriate first aid course that includes training in first aid for infants and young children.

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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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