Lloyd, Catharine Ann

Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This document may be reproduced in whole or in part for non-commercial educational purposes, provided that the information quoted is reproduced without adaptation and the source and date of publication are stated. Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY294736 Inspection date 06/10/2008 Inspector Judith Rayner

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Type of setting Childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Introduction

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under Sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of the registered early years provision. ‘Early years provision’ refers to provision regulated by Ofsted for children from birth to 31 August following their fifth birthday (the early years age group). The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and welfare, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Introduction

The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration whichever is the later, which require Ofsted or the provider to take action in Annex C.

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Introduction

The provider must provide a copy of this report to all parents with children at the setting where reasonably practicable. The provider must provide a copy of the report to any other person who asks for one, but may charge a fee for this service (The Childcare (Inspection) Regulations 2008 regulations 9 and 10).

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Introduction

The setting also makes provision for children older than the early years age group which is registered on the voluntary and/or compulsory part(s) of the Childcare Register. This report does not include an evaluation of that provision, but a comment about compliance with the requirements of the Childcare Register is included in Annex B. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Description of the childminding

The childminder was registered in 2004. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years compulsory and voluntary childcare register. The childminder lives with her two school-aged children in an end-terraced house in Sutton-in-Ashfield, north Nottinghamshire. Minded children have access to the whole of the ground floor with sleep and toilet facilities provided in this area. There is a back garden for outdoor play. The setting is close to local schools, parks, transport and shops.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for six children under eight years of age. There are six children on roll and attend various sessions throughout the week. Children are taken and collected by the childminder from the local school either by car or they walk. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She regularly meets with other childminders and attends local toddler groups.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder knows her children well. They are cared for in a warm and welcoming home where all children independently access a good range of toys and resources. All their needs are met satisfactorily in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Most systems in place support the uniqueness of each child including those whose first language is not English. Effective partnerships with parents and carers benefits children very well. Good improvement has been made since the last inspection because the childminder is proactive in identifying her own strengths and weaknesses. She confidently addresses any issues to improve the service offered to children and their families.

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further?

To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 continue to increase knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and be able to implement the safeguaring children policy apporopatiely  use observations and assessments to effectivley evaluate and identify learning priorities and plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child  review the systems in place to fully suport children with English as an additional language.

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provision

The childminder has satisfactorily completed a self-evaluation form highlighting her strengths and weaknesses. She is secure in her understanding of what she needs to undertake to further improve her knowledge, understanding and practice in meeting children's care, learning and play. For example, she is in the process of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 completing a Level 2 qualification in Childcare and Education. She uses time, space and resources effectively to encourage children to feel safe and secure. This enables children to independently choose toys that they enjoy and become familiar with daily routines.

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provision

Children are suitably safeguarded because the childminder understands the importance of her role and responsibility in protecting children. However, she is not as familiar in following the Local Safeguarding Children Board policies and procedures. A good range of written policies and procedures for the promotion of children's health and welfare provides a base for good practice adhered to by the childminder ensuring children's all around needs are met.

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provision

Effective working relationships between the childminder, parents and carers ensures children's individual needs are identified and met well. A good range of both written and verbal communication is shared between all those involved in the care of the child. For example, a good range of written polices and procedures sets out how children are cared for and how they are provided with suitable activities to enhance their all around development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children enjoy their time with the childminder. They are engaged, happy and interested in their play. They confidently make independent choices and self-select toys and activities they are interested in. This is because the childminder has a suitable understanding of the learning and development needs of children in her care and provides a satisfactory range of challenging and stimulating activities. Some play is not purposefully planned to meet the individual learning needs of each child. This is because the observations the childminder has undertaken are not evaluated to clearly identify the next steps of learning. Therefore, some aspects of children's learning is missed. Discussions are held with the parents and carers when the child first starts and these are maintained to ensure they are regularly informed of their child's progress. Sometimes children take home pictures they have drawn or activities they have made.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder builds on children's experiences through actively being involved in their learning. She sits on the floor and engages very well, talking, praising, smiling and laughing with the children. Children enjoy her company and make steady progress in their development because they are happy, secure and confident. Children are focused and concentrate well. They spend time completing floor puzzles, counting the pieces and naming colours. Good relationships are forming between the childminder and children. They happily sit on the childminder's knee turning the pages of the book, pointing out animals and make the noises of each animal. Sometimes they stand up and freely express themselves as they quack and flap their arms pretending to be a duck. Children spend time both inside and out. They try challenging equipment to help build their muscles and improve on their balancing skills. Children learn about others similarities and differences because they

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

participate in activities such as food tasting, dressing up and looking at books promoting positive images of people from around the world. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children learn about their own safety. They know to wear wrist guards when out walking and participate in regular emergency fire evacuation procedures so they learn what to do should they need to leave the house quickly. The childminder actively promotes a healthy environment because she is a good role model. She teaches children how to stop germs from spreading because they regularly wash their hands after using the toilet, before eating and put their hands over their mouths when they cough. Children's dietary needs are taken into consideration and are offered healthy snacks and meals. They independently know when they are thirsty and access their non-spill cups for a drink. The behaviour of children is good

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

and their self-esteem is high. They feel valued because the childminder listens to them, praises them on their achievements and displays their finished pictures on the wall. They are engaged in their play and are active learners because the childminder provides interesting activities that are age-appropriate and easily accessible. Children eagerly help set the table for lunch and tea. They begin to recognise how time impacts on their daily routines such as tidying up before going to school. Consequently, children are preparing for the future through daily tasks and activities whilst having fun. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

The key inspection judgements and what they mean

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Annex A: record of inspection judgements

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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of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

How well does the provision promote inclusive practice? Good The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement. Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? Satisfactory

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? Good

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How well are children safeguarded? Satisfactory

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Good How well are children helped to be healthy? Good How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? Good How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? Good

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being? Good

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

procedures set out in the guidance available from Ofsted’s website: www.ofsted.gov.uk This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register are: Met

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Met This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

This section of the report includes details of any complaint/s made to Ofsted when:  we took action for the provider to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  we asked the provider to take action in order to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register; or  the provider had already taken any necessary action to meet the requirements of the Early Years Register.

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Annex C: complaint/s made to Ofsted

We will not report on any complaint where the provider met the requirements of the Early Years Register or did not require any action by Ofsted or the registered provider.

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Detail of the complaint/s

There have been no complaints made to Ofsted since the last inspection.

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Detail of the complaint/s

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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