Jones, Gail

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique Reference Number EY296243 Inspection date 09 September 2005 Inspector Christine Fraser Turner

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Type of inspection Childcare Type of care Childminding

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This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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ABOUT THIS INSPECTION

The purpose of this inspection is to assure government, parents and the public of the quality of childcare and, if applicable, of nursery education. The inspection was carried out under Part XA Children Act 1989 as introduced by the Care Standards Act 2000 and, where nursery education is provided, under Schedule 26 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998. This report details the main strengths and any areas for improvement identified during the inspection. The judgements included in the report are made in relation to the outcomes for children set out in the Children Act 2004; the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding; and, where nursery education is provided, the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. The report includes information on any complaints about the childcare provision which Ofsted has received since the last inspection or registration or 1 April 2004 whichever is the later.

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The key inspection judgements and what they mean

Outstanding: this aspect of the provision is of exceptionally high quality Good: this aspect of the provision is strong Satisfactory: this aspect of the provision is sound Inadequate: this aspect of the provision is not good enough For more information about early years inspections, please see the booklet Are you ready for your inspection? which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

The childminder was registered in December 2004. She lives with her two children aged 3 and 13 years. The childminder uses the whole of the ground floor of the property for childminding. Bathroom facilities are located on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden to the rear of the property. The childminder is registered to care for four children at any one time. She is currently minding one child who attends part-time. The childminder has a dog as a family pet.

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WHAT SORT OF SETTING IS IT?

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association. She takes the children to local parent toddler groups, local parks and occasionally the library.

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Helping children to be healthy

The provision is satisfactory. Children stay healthy because the childminder follows satisfactory health and hygiene guidelines. They are protected from illness through adequate procedures for dealing with sick children. Nappy changing routines do not promote best practice. Good sleep routines that have been fully discussed with parents, help children develop a healthy lifestyle. Children benefit from fresh air daily, for example, on outings and at sleep time. Individual dietary needs are met well, through effective communication between the childminder and parents. Children receive regular drinks in addition to those given at meal times.

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Protecting children from harm or neglect and helping them stay safe

The provision is satisfactory. Children are cared for in a welcoming, secure, mainly safe environment. Effective risk assessments have been undertaken and the childminder is waiting for delivery of a heater guard to ensure her home is fully safe for children. Good procedures for outings keep children safe, for example, only taking children to places already known to the childminder and deemed safe. Children benefit from a wide range of safe, age appropriate equipment that promotes their development. Children are protected through the childminder's satisfactory understanding of her role in child protection procedures, however contact numbers for where to report any concerns are not readily available.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

The provision is good. Children are very happy in the childminder's care. They are confident to make their own choices from a good range of resources that promote their development. They benefit from the childminder’s successful implementation of the Birth to three matters framework. Children are learning to develop good communication skills. They enjoy 'talking' with the childminder as they play alongside her and she joins in with their babbling.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

Children benefit from a well planned routine, which meets their individual needs. They often enjoy walks in the local community, for example, to local parks. Regular visits to parent and toddler groups help children to socialise with other children.

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Helping children achieve well and enjoy what they do

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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Helping children make a positive contribution

The provision is satisfactory. Children are treated with equal concern by the childminder as she ensures that children can take part in activities that are appropriate to their age, needs and abilities. Children are praised for their achievements, which are shared with parents. They are introduced to the wider world through a satisfactory range of resources. Children learn about appropriate behaviour through age appropriate explanations of the boundaries within the childminder's home. They experience their local community as they visit local parks. Children benefit from a satisfactory partnership with parents. The childminder uses daily discussion and liaises with parents, taking heed of the information provided, to meet their child's needs.

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Organisation

The organisation is satisfactory. Children are kept safe because the childminder ensures that children only have contact with children who are deemed suitable. They receive a good level of support from the childminder who uses the Birth to three matters framework to enhance care and play for children under 3 years of age. Children benefit from a well planned environment. This enables them to move freely in the childminder's home. Satisfactory procedures promote children's health, safety, and ability to make a positive contribution. Not all required documents are in place, for example, a daily register is not maintained and consent for car travel and to seek emergency medical advice or treatment is not sought. The provision meets the needs of the range of children for whom it provides care.

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

On the basis of the evidence collected on this inspection:

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

The quality and standards of the care are satisfactory. The registered person meets

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THE QUALITY AND STANDARDS OF THE CARE

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000 the National Standards for under 8s day care and childminding.

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The quality and standards of the care

To improve the quality and standards of care further the registered person should take account of the following recommendation(s): • maintain a daily attendance register • ensure contact numbers for local child protection unit are readily available • ensure parents give written consent to seek emergency medical attention and for car travel.

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The quality and standards of the care

procedures set out in the leaflet Building better childcare: Compliments and concerns about inspectors' judgements which is available from Ofsted's website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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The quality and standards of the care

This inspection was carried out under the provisions of Part XA of the Children Act 1989, as inserted by the Care Standards Act 2000

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