Broadhead, Mrs Beverley

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 EY216283 Inspection date 11/02/2009 Inspector Lynn Rodgers

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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 2003. She lives with her two children aged thirteen and seven years in semi-detached house in a suburb of Rotherham. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder’s house, plus first floor toilet facilities, is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Care is offered Monday to Friday all year round. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time and is currently minding eight children of which, two are in the Early years age group. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder attends the local parent and toddler group. The family have a cat, a horse and fish. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, the Compulsory and Voluntary part of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The quality of the provision is good. The childminder has a sound understanding of diversity and inclusion. Children are treat as individuals, with the same chances and choices offered to them. The childminder treats them equally, respects their views and ideas, and spends equal amounts of time with each of them. The children are encouraged to feel good about themselves because they receive praise, are stimulated and happy. Activities reflecting diversity are included in the planning. Allergies and special diets are documented, parents wishes are respected and there are appropriate routines to promote the good health of the children.

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further?

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

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further?

 continue to develop the system already in place for self-evaluation and reflecting on practice to ensure continuous improvement.

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provision

There are rigorous arrangements for carrying out risk assessments, for example, all areas children access are checked daily and any hazards are noted and acted upon. The childminder ensures any outings are planned after she has taken appropriate measures to ensure the children will be safe and secure. She carefully plans children's activities, clearly linking them to the early learning goals. The broad range of activities offered, ensures children are stimulated, are able to make choices, use their imagination and are interested. The childminder documents children's progression and their next steps through careful observations and appropriate assessments. All relevant information is gathered during children's This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 induction and the childminder uses this information to effectively monitor their progress.

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provision

All relevant documentation is up-to-date and available. The childminder has successfully kept abreast of any new legislation, and has completed many training courses and workshops, pertinent to her practice. She has obtained the necessary permissions from parents to enable her to safely administer medication, emergency first aid treatment and continues to enhance her personal development through the local partnership. The childminder takes her responsibility to safeguard children very seriously and knows how to observe and record any concerns, who to contact and what to do. She ensure she keeps within her adult, child ratios, and regularly up-dates her parents' contracts and other documentation. She has established emergency back-up if required and has passed the details onto parents. Space is organised effectively to ensure children have room to move around freely and be comfortable.

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provision

Self evaluation is in it's early stages, however the childminder understands this is a working tool to be used continuously to help her to reflect on her practice and identify any improvements. Partnership with parents is very good and they are fully informed about the care of the children. For example, through daily record sheets, written and verbal feed back, assessments and observation records, and shared policies and procedures. Parents know about the complaints procedure and who to complain to, and receive evaluation sheets to submit their comments and express their wishes to the childminder. Home learning is encouraged by way of the children's learning journey book, which is shared with the parents to encourage them to be interested in what the children do. Links with other carers ands settings is beginning to be developed through, shared information, meetings and discussions. Extremely positive comments from previous parents, by way of

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provision

letters and cards, confirm their satisfaction with the level of care and education the childminder provides.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The children's starting points are established at the initial visit and then continued by getting to know the children and observing them playing. The information the childminder gathers is used to move them forward to the next stage in their development. Written planned activities, linked clearly to the six areas of learning enable the childminder to provide a wide range of learning experiences that are stimulating, interesting, and help children to explore and be inquisitive learners. Children have access to physical play as they go for walks to the park, play outside and the childminder takes advantage of changing weather conditions to develop children's awareness of the environment. There is room for spontaneity, for example, the unexpected arrival of snow enabled the children to build snowmen, roll snowballs and look at the patterns in the snowflakes. Children's language and communication skills are developed through good organisation of the types of

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

activities provided to encourage the children to chat and socialise with each other and adults. The childminder is skilled in asking the children open ended questions that encourage them to think and work things out for themselves. For example, what food do babies have in their bottles, and why do they need to wear a nappy. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder ensures all parents are included in the care of their children and how she monitors their progress. Parents know about the complaints procedure and who to complain to. They know she is fully committed to safeguarding children and that any concerns will be noted and the relevant authorities notified. Children are encouraged to behave in ways that are safe for themselves and others because they talk about road safety and keeping safe, they are fully supervised, and the childminder talks to them about strangers and not touching stray dogs when they

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

are out. Children are familiar with routines, are encouraged to respect each other, help to tidy up, and they know the house rules. On-going praise ensures the children learn how to behave well and be responsible for their own actions.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder promotes the good health of children through helping them to be active and understand the benefits of physical activity, through outdoor play, outings and shopping. They understand and adopt healthy habits such as good hygiene practices as they follow the routines with gentle reminders from the childminder. She ensures the children are able to make healthy choices about what they eat and drink because they are provided with a healthy and nutritious diet that meets their individual needs. The childminder helps children to make as much progress as they can through problem solving and numeracy, because she has suitable toys and resources that encourage math skills and is constantly encouraging them to count, recognise, number, colour, shape and size. Children are curious and want to learn, they are able to access toys independently and are beginning to develop good habits as active, inquisitive and independent learners.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

They show they can problem solve, think for themselves and understand the wider world, demonstrated through their play and communications. 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? 2 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? 2

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 2 How well are children helped to be healthy? 2 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 have been no complaints 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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