Squirrell, Lee

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 EY379823 Inspection date 18/02/2009 Inspector Heather Morgan

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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 2008. She lives with her husband and their four young children in Newton Abbot; within walking distance of schools, pre-schools and other local amenities. Children play predominantly on the ground floor of the house and in the enclosed garden at the rear of the house.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of three children at any one time and is currently minding two children under five years. She also offers care to children aged over five years and is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. All children are welcomed into the childminder's home, where they are happy and relaxed. They have opportunities to access a wide range of activities that generally support the progress and learning of children at different stages of development. The childminder is committed to improving her practice and is developing her understanding of the new regulatory framework. She accesses training to support her in improving outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that all regulatory documentation is kept up-to-date and available for inspection  develop procedures for assessing children's progress in each of the six areas of learning  use assessment of children's progress to plan activities that build on what each child already knows and can do

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further?

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

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further?

 complete an appropriate paediatric first aid course by 28th March 2009 (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) (also applies to the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register 28/03/2009

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provision

The childminder is generally well organised and has a range of documents in place to support her in delivering her childcare service. However, not all documentation is readily available for inspection and documents are not always implemented This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 effectively to support good practice. For example, the attendance registers are not completed promptly as children arrive. They do not therefore, provide an accurate record of who is being cared for on the premises at all times.

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provision

The childminder does not hold a current paediatric first aid certificate, which is a regulatory requirement. However, she is booked on a relevant training course and has some prior knowledge of first aid from previous training she has attended.

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provision

The childminder is aware of her strengths and demonstrates an understanding of how to improve her practice. For example, she uses the Early Years Foundation Stage practice guidance to develop her awareness of how to support children's progress and learning in the six different curriculum areas. She accesses training to extend her knowledge and expertise. For example, she has attended workshops to develop her skills in managing children's behaviour and supporting them as they develop their language skills.

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provision

The childminder develops appropriate relationships with parents. She uses regular discussion and daily diaries to exchange information, which supports her in meeting children's individual and specific learning needs. She finds out from parents how children are progressing at other settings they attend, although she is not yet using this information to influence her own assessment and planning procedures for supporting children's development.

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provision

The childminder has a sound understanding of child protection issues. She shares her safeguarding children policy with parents, to ensure they are aware of her responsibility to promote children's welfare at all times and understand that she will take appropriate action in the event of any concerns.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are safe and secure at the childminder's home. The childminder regularly reviews her risk assessment procedures to reflect any changes to the premises. Children learn how to keep themselves safe as they become familiar with simple safety rules. For example, they know that they must not begin jumping on the trampoline until the safety net is secured. They are reminded about the risks of leaving toys with small pieces around when younger children are present. Children take care not to bump into each other when playing on their wheeled toys in the garden.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children learn about personal hygiene and develop healthy eating habits. They sometimes help prepare their food, to learn about using fresh, nutritious ingredients. They have regular opportunities to play outdoors in the fresh air and develop their physical skills. For example, they ride scooters and pedal cars and exercise on the trampoline.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children access a wide range of activities, both indoors and outdoors, which are varied and interesting. They have many opportunities to initiate their own play. For example, they choose whether to play indoors or in the garden and they access resources independently. The childminder interacts sensitively with their play. For This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 example, she provides resources such as water and corn flour and encourages them to make their own 'gloop', experimenting with the consistency as they add more water. She fosters children's interest in books, encouraging them to look at the illustrations and name familiar objects such as animals.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Overall, the activities sustain children's interest and generally support their progress and development in all areas of learning. However, the childminder does not regularly observe and evaluate what children have learned and therefore does not plan activities to specifically build on what each child already knows and can do. 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? 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Qualifications and training) 28/03/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Qualifications and training) 28/03/2009 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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