Jones, Dionne Elizabeth

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 EY269689 Inspection date 03/12/2008 Inspector Cynthia Walker

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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. She lives in Haworth with her partner and two children aged nine and seven years. The childminder is within walking distance of the local shops, park and schools. The ground floor is used for childminding and includes the lounge, dining room and kitchen. Children use the first floor to access the toilet and hand washing facilities and a bedroom for sleeping children and further activities. There is an enclosed garden for outdoor play and the childminder supports this by taking children to the local park and weekly trips to parent and toddler groups. The family have three dogs.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years who are on the Early Years Register, the Child Care Register and the Voluntary Child Care Register. Currently there are five children on roll, of these three are on the Early Years Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association and has completed a level 3 qualification in child care.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and make good progress through the provision of interesting learning opportunities that meet the majority of children's individual needs and sustain their interest. The childminder is promoting the children's welfare in most areas. She informally evaluates her care and learning and has identified targets for the future improvement to her provision. The childminder actively works with parents and carers to ensure each child is valued as a unique individual.

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further?

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

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further?

 improve the recording of the risk assessment to include and identify all hazards and action to be taken within the home  continue to develop the methods for assessing children's learning and use this information to clearly identify their future learning within planned activities which are regularly evaluated.

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provision

The childminder is maintaining most of the documentation which is required for the safe and efficient management of her provision and promotes all children's needs. She has produced a number of policies and procedures which are reflected in practice and are efficiently shared with parents and carers. The childminder has developed effective risk assessments to eliminate risks to children on outings, however, although the childminder has a good awareness of the hazards to children within the home and takes appropriate action to manage these, they are This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 not consistently recorded. Her home is well organised which enables children to move around spontaneously and independently and accessible and attractive resources stimulate and maintain children's interest.

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provision

The childminder has a clear understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision, although lacks confidence in formally identifying these. She has responded positively to the recommendation from the last inspection by completing a level 3 qualification in child care and development. The childminder is committed to her professional development and has also attended a wide range of short courses to compliment and improve the quality of the provision for children. The childminder has a sound understanding of child protection issues enabling her to appropriately safeguard the children.

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provision

Parents and carers receive effective information about the care the childminder provides as she implements useful introductory meetings which are supported by documentation which includes her policies and procedures. As the children begin to attend parents and carers are encouraged to share what they know about their child to ensure appropriate care and learning can be provided. The childminder ensures parents and carers are well informed of their children's achievements by sharing their individual folders which clearly identify aspects of their learning. Strong links have been established with other providers to ensure continuity of care and learning is sensitively promoted.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder has a sound knowledge of the learning and development requirements and effectively assists children to become active learners. She has recently introduced individual books for children which include clear observations that identify their progress and development and identify the younger children's next steps in learning. She has a good understanding of individual children's capabilities and is using this knowledge to challenge their learning and development, for example, introducing resources to encourage a younger child to walk a few steps. The childminder plans her activities to reflect their varied interests and promote the unique development of all the children attending. Planning, although informal is flexible especially for children attending other provisions and reflects some activities and themes being carried out there. There is a sensitive balance of adult led and child led activities.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder sensitively supports children's learning as she listens and skilfully interacts with children during activities, for example, counting the number of pens and reinforcing simple letter recognition. Children are able to make connections as the childminder encourages them to identify the shape of a triangle by discussing other shapes such as, a circle. They concentrate well as they complete the cover for a cracker by cutting out shapes and sticking them on a rectangular piece of paper which they carefully wrap around a tube exclaiming, 'it looks like a big sweet'. Children are confident communicators and explain that they enjoy coming to the childminders and their favourite activity is construction. They experiment with pens as they draw pictures of fireworks and make marks to represent eyes and a mouth on a face. Children are active learners as they are given This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

independence to instigate and take control of their own learning. There is a good balance of adult and child led activities and the children's experience is supported by visits to the local toddler groups, parks and walks in the local area.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder efficiently promotes the children's health and well-being. Children confidently follow good hygiene procedures within the home and there are clear systems in place to manage accidents and administer medication. The childminder helps children to make healthy choices at snacks and meals as children explain that they like carrots because they make you grow big and strong and make you turn orange. Children are developing an understanding of dangers and how to stay safe as they listen to clear explanations from the childminder on how to use scissors safely. The childminder responds calmly and consistently to the children which encourages children to behave well. She provides a safe and supportive environment which enables children to thrive. 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 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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