Lanera, Irena

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 503490 Inspection date 15/01/2009 Inspector Yvonne Victoria Facey

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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 has been registered since 2000. She lives with her partner and two children aged nine years old and 11 months old in Sheffield. The whole of the ground floor is available for childminding including the kitchen, lounge and dining room with access to the bathroom on the first floor. There is a garden to the rear of the property available for outdoor play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children and there are currently three children on roll. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a satisfactory knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage and is developing the use of observation, assessment and planning to ensure children are making satisfactory progressing towards the early learning goals. Children are all valued as individuals and secure relationships have been established with their parents. Children safely access areas of the home used for childminding and potential hazards are appropriately identified, although written risk assessments are not completed. The childminder has begun to identify strengths and areas for improvement within her provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 practice regular fire drills with all children  develop the use of observation, assessment and planning to ensure all aspects of learning are covered overtime.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure risk assessments are maintained in writing, identifying any action required following a regular review or specific incident. (Suitable premises) 06/02/2009  obtain information from parents about who has legal contact and parental responsibility (Safeguarding). 06/02/2009

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provision

Children are well settled in their environment and develop confidence and independence as they access a balanced range of toys and equipment suitable for their age and stage of development. The childminder has begun to use observations and plans children's activities around their interest and next steps in learning. However, systems are not strong enough to ensure that children are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 making good progress in all areas of learning. The childminder has identified this as one of her areas for improvement.

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provision

There are satisfactory partnerships with parents enables an them to discus their children's day and begin to acknowledge their children's achievements. Parents receive a suitable hand book that explains the provision and includes written polices and procedures, such as the complaints policy, safeguarding and behaviour management. The childminder has discussed the Early Years Foundation Stage with parents and how they are going to share information about their children's learning. Children's health is promoted well as the childminder has clear systems in place to deal with illness, accident reporting and the administration of medication. Risk assessments are completed for the premises and any outings to ensure that children can play safely. However, written assessments are not in place. This is a breach of requirements. There is a sound knowledge of safeguarding and the childminder knows how to proceed if she has concerns about any child in her care.

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provision

Fire evacuation procedures are clear. However, procedures have not been practised regularly to ensure children have a full understanding of what to do in the event of an emergency. Most required documentation regarding children's individual needs are in place, although information about parental responsibility and legal contact has not been sought from parents.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The environment is suitably organised, to promote each child's independence and to enable them to make decisions about their play. Behaviour is managed well and children benefit from the consistent praise they receive from the childminder as they play, which helps to build their self esteem. The childminder obtains information, regarding the dietary needs of all children. Everyday routines, such as meal times and role play are used well to encourage children to engage in conversations to learn about healthy food and good hygiene. Children are kept safe because the childminder supervises them closely. They learn to keep themselves safe through play. For example, while cutting play dough children comment that they have to be careful with the play knife because they will cut his fingers.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children's personal and social skills are developed well they play well together taking turns and sharing. Children are interested in their play and concentrate on their activities. The childminder uses their interest well to extend their learning. For instance, one child really enjoys 'Thomas the tank engine', where he uses it in role play and constructing his train track and counting how many trains on the track. They enjoy reading stories and regularly visit the local library. There physical skills are suitably developed as they use large equipment at soft play areas, go for walks and visits to the park. There is a satisfactory understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity. The childminder has a sound understanding of inclusion to support each individual and to help children understand difference. 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? 2 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: 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 are 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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