McGeown More, Kerry Marie

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 EY375977 Inspection date 14/01/2009 Inspector Maralyn Chiverton

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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 2008. She is registered to care for a maximum of four children under the age of eight years. She currently cares for three children on the Early Years Register on a part time basis. The provision is also registered on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is currently caring for two children over the age of five years.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder lives in South Kirkby, on the outskirts of Pontefract. All ground floor rooms as well as one upstairs room are used for childminding purposes. Children have access to an outdoor area. The house is within walking distance of local amenities, such as schools, the library, shops and parks. The childminder takes children to and from school as well as to a local parent and toddler group and children's centre. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of children's individual needs and successfully promotes their welfare and safety. Written risk assessments are in place but do not fully reflect the changes to new legislation. Children enjoy learning through effective interaction and well planned activities and experiences which promotes all areas of learning. Systems to monitor children's progress and achievements are in place. The childminder fosters close working relationships with parents and other providers which are effectively used to promote inclusion and quality care and education. The childminder has effective systems in place for monitoring and evaluating her practice to ensure continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop written risk assessments to ensure they fully comply with the requirements of new legislation  ensure children have more independent access to the wider range of resources available to allow them to be more active, independent thinkers and learners.

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provision

Children benefit from a well managed and organised provision. The effective implementation of mandatory documentation as well as detailed policies and procedures effectively promote an inclusive practice, ensure children's individual needs are met and the provision runs very smoothly and efficiently. Risks to children are managed and eliminated through the use of written risk assessments. However, these do not fully comply with the requirements of new legislation. The childminder has a comprehensive understanding of her role and responsibilities This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with regard to safeguarding children. Resources are suitable, safe, and appropriate to meet children's learning needs. However, children cannot independently access from a wider variety of resources which limits their ability to be more active, independent thinkers and learners. The childminder has completed a well written

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provision

and evaluative self-evaluation form which accurately reflects the quality of the provision provided and clearly identifies targets for improvement.

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provision

Parents receive quality information about the childminder's provision. They have access to a detailed and informative parent portfolio which is discussed at the initial visit. The childminder has a close working relationship with parents to ensure children's individual needs are met. This has a positive impact on the care provided. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their child's learning through discussion about children's starting points; what they have achieved and the activities they have participated in. Effective links with the local school enhances and promotes integration, progression and continuity of care.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are valued and respected as individuals. They are well supported in their learning through effective interaction and the childminder's very good understanding of how to promote areas of learning through planned activities and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Children's language and communication skills are well promoted through effective questioning and positive interaction. Children's thinking is further extended through appropriate challenge. For example, children are asked to find and mimic the sounds of animals and to name colours when drawing. Children's understanding of number and the wider world are promoted through everyday situations, such as counting steps and visits to the local duck pond. When drawing children are encouraged to recognise shapes and colours; they enjoy listening to stories and the childminder uses individual interests to further promote learning.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

For example, a child who has a particular interest in trains is taken to watch the trains go by. Although there is no formal procedure for planning activities children are provided with a good range of activities to ensure they receive an enjoyable and challenging experience across all areas of learning. The childminder monitors and records children's progress through written observations, although these are in the early stages of development.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are happy and settled in the childminder's care and they have developed warm and positive relationships. They are kept safe and free from infection through the childminder's implementation of the many effective written policies, such as lost and missing children and sickness which includes a list of infectious diseases with accompanying incubation periods. Children learn about road safety and their understanding of how to keep themselves safe is well promoted through appropriate discussion and simple explanation. They are provided with a range of nutritious meals and snacks which include fresh vegetables and fruit. Children are encouraged to be well behaved and show respect for others. The childminder uses lots of praise to raise children's self-esteem which encourages children to develop the habits and behaviour appropriate to good learners. 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 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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