Bennett, Yvette

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 EY373522 Inspection date 25/09/2008 Inspector Ann Doreen Burford

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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 2008. She lives with her husband and two children aged five and three near Bromsgrove town centre. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. She attends local parent/toddler groups and other organised activity sessions. The family has a pet goldfish in a bowl.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for four children at any one time. There are currently four children attending who are within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), all of whom attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years to eight years. This provision is registered by Ofsted on the Childcare register. Access to the front of the property is on one level. There is a step from the conservatory to the back garden. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder promotes most aspects of children's welfare, learning and development. She works closely with parents and other providers who share care of the minded children to identify individual needs. This information is used to promote inclusive practice and develop effective individual learning plans. Children thoroughly enjoy their time with the childminder and are often reluctant to leave. The childminder has only recently started minding and has already identified how she can make improvements because she regularly reflects and evaluates her service to assess the outcomes for children. This means she has a strong ability to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure hazardous materials in the utility room are inaccessible to children  ensure all parents sign the permission for emergency medical treatment.

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provision

The childminder is usually a very organised person and has all the relevant record keeping procedures in place. There is a detailed system in place to record parents permission to seek emergency medical treatment, but not all parents have signed it. Risk assessments and visual checks are completed regularly, however some hazardous materials are accessible to taller children in the utility room. This is a safety concern when the older children help themselves to chilled water from the refrigerator stored in this room. The childminder's home is maintained to a very high standard and play takes place in the dining room and conservatory. She This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 creates a stimulating learning environment indoors and in the back garden. There is a wealth of resources indoors and outdoors which are used effectively.

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provision

The childminder strives for continual improvement so that high quality care and early education is provided. She has a plan to address any identified weaknesses by accessing suitable training sessions and has strategies in place to obtain advice and support from other relevant professionals. This includes training on safeguarding children and she has relevant information available to use as a reference. The childminder is vigilant in her supervision of children to ensure she protects their safety and well-being. The childminder is developing a robust system to evaluate her practice. This includes parental evaluations which are regularly repeated so any ideas and suggestions are included as the childminder makes improvements to her service.

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provision

The childminder promotes inclusive practice through her strong working relationship with parents and other associated agencies. Each child has a communication book which is used effectively to identify individual needs. Activities and experiences are appropriately adapted to ensure each child's full participation regardless of gender, ability or culture. Children benefit from the childminder's development of an excellent system which promotes partnership working. When children attend a multi-provision the childminder is proactive in approaching the other provision to share information on topics and routines that can be used to inform and enhance the care of the child. She has already built a strong relationship with several other childminders, nurseries and schools.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The welfare of children is enhanced by the dedication of this enthusiastic childminder. Children make good progress towards the early learning goals. They enjoy participating in a broad range of practical activities that develop their skills in communicating, literacy, numeracy and problem solving. There is planned, purposeful play and exploration, both in and out of doors. Children have individual files which are used by the childminder to record observations and assessments which inform the planning of activities across all the areas of learning. Each child's starting point is identified and how they can move on in their learning is planned and shared with parents so children reach their full potential.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The homely environment enhances children's health and well-being. Children are learning how to lead a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy the opportunities to access fresh air and exercise on a daily basis. Play mainly takes place in the conservatory so children can freely access the back garden from this room. Children are developing healthy eating habits as fresh fruit and vegetables are always provided and they are encouraged to eat healthier options first. They are developing their skills at assessing how to play safely especially when playing outdoors. The childminder explains how to use the outdoor equipment safely and children respond to her approach without it inhibiting their enjoyment and challenge.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are purposefully involved in their play and consequently are very well- behaved. They are well supported by the childminder who encourages them to This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 make decisions for themselves. She constantly consults the children and encourages their problem solving skills. For example, by asking what resources are needed to bath the baby doll in the garden. This approach aids children's ability to be critical, creative thinkers and make a positive contribution. Children are enthusiastic and their natural curiosity is positively encouraged. Children's thinking is challenged and their independence is promoted for example, they self-select much of the equipment and take care of their own personal needs. The whole approach of the childminder promotes children's ability to become successful learners who have a thirst for knowledge.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

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? Good

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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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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? Satisfactory 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 develop an action plan on how a level 2 qualification will be achieved by 2011 (voluntary part of the compulsory childcare register). 21/10/2008 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 registration.

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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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