Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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314490 Unique Reference Number 18 February 2008 Inspection date Josephine Ann Northend 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 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 has been registered since 1995 and lives with her husband and two teenage children. They live in a house which is in the town of Holme-on-Spalding Moor in the East Riding. The childminder uses the playroom, kitchen and the living room for rest and sleeping purposes, the bathroom is on the first floor. There is an enclosed garden at the rear of the house for outside play. The house is within walking distance from a range of local facilities, including shops, schools, park and library.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is registered to care for six children under eight years. There are currently five under eight years on roll who attend on a part time basis. The childminder also cares for five children over eight years.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and of the local childminding group.

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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 are cared for in a warm and clean home. The childminder has clear hygiene routines in place to protect and promote children's health. Procedures followed by the childminder result in children developing awareness of good hygiene, for example, as they wash their hands after using the toilet and learn why they need to do so. There are clear policies and procedures in place regarding sick children that includes, infectious illness and incubation periods. Systems are in place to record medication administered to children, however, medication has not been administered since the last inspection. Although a system is in place to record accidents, it has not been used. This means children's health needs are not fully met.

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Helping children to be healthy

Children enjoy a varied range of activities which contribute to their good health. They walk to and from school each day and enjoy using a range of equipment in the enclosed garden, for example, slide, tricycles and hoops. This means they have fresh air and exercise each day and their physical development is promoted. Children are able to rest and be active according to their individual needs.

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Helping children to be healthy

The childminder demonstrated good understanding of healthy eating and she works with parents to ensure children's individual dietary needs are met. Parents provide packed lunches that the childminder stores in the fridge to ensure food remains fit to eat. The childminder provides varied snacks and children have access to drinks throughout the day.

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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 a warm, well maintained family home where effective safety measures allow them to move freely and explore independently. The childminder helps children understand how to keep themselves safe on outings. For example, as she promotes road safety when walking to school and uses books to further promote children's awareness of safety. Emergency evacuation procedures are practised regularly with the children and a record is maintained.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Equipment is stored well at child level which allows even the youngest to make choices for themselves and direct their own play. A good range of toys are available for all ages, and in sufficient quantities to ensure children enjoy a wide range of activities to promote all areas of development.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

Children are protected as the childminder has good understanding of her responsibilities with regards to child protection. All required procedures and documentation are in place.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are settled and happy in the childminder's care. They have warm relationships with the childminder and they learn to be increasingly independent as a result of the of support, praise and encouragement given to them. The childminder is interested in what children do and say, and becomes actively involved in their play and as a result, children are interested,

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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 motivated and their all round development is promoted. This means the children feel secure and happy in her care.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The childminder provides a wide range of activities which take into account children's individual needs and wishes. Children are involved in a good range of activities and play experiences that promote development in all areas of learning. For example, they learn about colours The childminder has a secure understanding of the range of experiences required to enable children to develop. The children receive good support from the childminder and they are involved in a wide range of activities that promote learning. For example, counting, sorting and colour recognition.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is good. Children learn about the local and wider society through the resources and activities provided by the childminder. These include visits in the local and wider community. The childminder promotes equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice, as she ensures all children are fully involved in the life of the setting, this means they feel valued and free from discrimination. The childminder has a positive attitude towards caring for all children, including those with physical disabilities or learning difficulties.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children behave well. The childminder helps them to negotiate and take responsibility for their own behaviour by supporting them, being a positive role model and encouraging the children to share and care for one another. The childminder uses her experience well to provide a positive atmosphere in which children can feel relaxed and secure.

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Helping children make a positive contribution

Children benefit from the positive partnership the childminder has developed with their parents. Parent's knowledge of their child's needs and interests are actively sought prior to a placement commencing, and updated on a regular basis throughout their time in the childminder's care. This enables the childminder to meet each child's individual needs.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. The children are settled with the childminder and in the environment. This means that they are happy in their play. Space is used well to cater for the children's play needs. They are able to move around confidently. Adult-child ratios are maintained with good organisation of time to allow children one to one attention and meet individual needs.

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Organisation

The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date by attending regular training; the knowledge gained is used to enhance the care that is given to the children. Most required records are in place, however, accidents to children have not been recorded. This means the childminder is in breech of a regulation. Policies and procedures support good practice, safeguarding children's welfare and ensuring parents are well informed of their children's progress. 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 asked to develop knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities issues. There are a good range of books and resources now in place that

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Improvements since the last inspection

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 promote diversity. The childminder has completed training and use her knowledge to provide activities that increase children's knowledge of other cultures, races and disabilities.

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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.

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Complaints since the last inspection

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 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): • make sure a record is maintained, signed by parents, of any accidents.

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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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