Tomlinson, Maura

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 EY363708 Inspection date 11/03/2009 Inspector Hayley Lapworth

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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 six and nine years, in Hinckley, Leicestershire. The downstairs of the premises is used for childminding, along with the bathroom and back bedroom upstairs. The premises is accessible and there are stairs leading to the first floor.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight at any one time, two of these can be within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). There are currently two children on roll, one of whom is in the early years age group, both of whom attend on a part-time basis.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory. The childminder provides a very clean and welcoming environment. She has some understanding of the Early Years foundation Stage (EYFS) and she sufficiently promotes children's welfare and learning. As a result children make satisfactory progress. She is beginning to implement systems for planning, observation and assessment to support their learning. The childminder suitably promotes inclusion and has some understanding of the setting's strengths and weaknesses in order to improve practise. Children's safety is being considered in some areas, although risk assessments are not in place.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop and implement strategies to look at the setting's strengths and weaknesses in order to maintain continuous improvement  develop systems of planning, observation and assessment system to provide children with sufficient challenge encompassing all areas of learning and development.

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further?

To fully meet the specific requirements of the EYFS, the registered person must:

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further?

 conduct risk assessments identifying aspects of the environment that need to be checked on a regular basis (Suitable premises, environment and equipment) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register). 30/03/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The childminder has some understanding of the need to reflect on her service, and is beginning to consider what needs to be done to make future improvements. For example, she recognises she needs to develop systems of planning, observation and assessment to help the children reach their potential.

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provision

The childminder has devised some detailed records, policies and procedures to promote the safe and efficient management of the provision. Most required documentation is in place and is appropriately maintained. She is generally vigilant about the children's safety around the home. She has not yet conducted a risk assessment, which means that children's safety may be potentially compromised. The childminder takes up some training offered by the local authority which generally supports her in keeping her child care skills up-to-date, for example, first aid. Also she is presently working towards a National Vocational Qualification.

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provision

The childminder works generally closely and cooperatively with parents. She makes time at the start and end of the day to share information about their child's day and general well-being. As a result, this provides them with consistency of care. At the onset of placement she finds out about their likes, dislikes and general routines. She has a very pleasant, caring nature and makes all parents and visitors very welcome.

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provision

The childminder is aware of the signs and symptoms of child abuse and clearly understands her responsibilities in safeguarding children, including what to do if an allegation is made directly about her or a member of her family. All adult members of the household have completed appropriate vetting procedures, which enhances the welfare of the children.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop. As a result, children are making some progress in their learning. However, she has not yet developed a fully effective system of observation and assessment to clearly identify their future learning needs. Consequently, children are not making as much progress as they could. Basic planning is in place which sufficiently considers the children's stage of development and their interests. For example, she provides toys that children enjoy playing with, like animal figures,and musical toys for the very young. They access a satisfactory range of toys and resources which are maintained in a very good state of repair

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

She has a positive attitude towards treating the children as individuals and sufficiently promotes inclusion. She is aware of all the children's individual needs because she discuses their care with their parents. She spends time with the children on an individual level and as a group and knows the children's individual personalities well. As a result children are happy in her care and they enjoy receiving her affection when they have a cuddle together. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children are learning about their own personal hygiene and their general health is promoted. They are encouraged to wash their hands before and after using the bathroom. They frequently spend time outdoors in the garden and they are encouraged to take exercise every day. For example, they go out for walks in the local area or visit the park, where they access large climbing equipment. Generally,

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

children are also learning about keeping themselves safe as the childminder talks to them about keeping safe when they are near roads and she makes sure young children cannot access toys with very small accessories.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children experience activities which promote some learning across the six areas. Early communication, language and literacy skills are enhanced by the childminders involvement with the young children. This is best demonstrated by the way she talks to them throughout their time in her care. She uses lots of facial expressions and gestures, provides opportunities for them to look at books together and responds to their early attempts to communicate. As a result, children feel valued and happily make noises during their play. The childminder also organises time for them to spend with other children of a similar age. Therefore, their social skills are enhanced.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children behave well in this setting and are sufficiently learning about the world around them. A few resources are provided to enhance the children's knowledge and understanding of the differences in people in our society. They are encouraged to talk about their observations when they are out walking in the local community and the childminder is developing her practice in terms of providing opportunities to look at religion and culture through celebrating festivals. 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

Grade 1 is Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Grade 2 is Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Grade 3 is Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Grade 4 is 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? 3 The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement.

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Foundation Stage led and managed?

How effective is the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement? How well does the setting work in partnership with parents and others? How well are children safeguarded? 3

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 3 How well are children helped to be healthy? 3 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 3 How well are children helped to make a positive contribution? How well are children helped develop skills that will contribute to their future economic well-being?

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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: 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 compulsory 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

 take action as specified in the Early Years section of the report (Suitability and safety of premises and equipment). 30/03/2009 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

Since registration there have been no complaints made to Ofsted.

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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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