Lynch, Tina

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 EY317076 Inspection date 25/03/2009 Inspector Catherine Louise Sample

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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 with Ofsted since 2005 and was previously registered as a childminder in Wales for several years. She lives in an easily accessible house in Andover with her husband and two children. The ground floor and master bedroom are used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family have a dog and a cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered to care for a total of six children at any one time. There are currently six children on roll, of whom four are in the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder has an NVQ level 3 childcare qualification and an NVQ level 2 in play work.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is outstanding. Children are thriving in the care of the experienced and well qualified childminder who works in close partnership with parents to ensure she can fully meet the unique needs of each child. She has an excellent understanding of inclusion and takes positive steps to ensure that all children can play a full role in activities. She rigorously monitors and evaluates her practice to identify areas for further development and is enthusiastic about the ongoing improvement of her provision.

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further?

To further improve the high quality early years provision the registered person should consider:

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further?

 further developing systems to identify children's next steps in order to plan relevant and motivating learning experiences for each child

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provision

Children benefit from the excellent partnership between the childminder and the parents. The childminder shares information through discussion, the sharing of children's records of progress and the use of written diaries for younger children. This strong working relationship ensures that she can collect extensive information from parents which helps her to effectively meet the children's needs. She takes positive steps to make sure that all children can play a full role in activities, irrespective of their stage of development or cultural background. She has an excellent understanding of how to value children's home language and support them in learning English if it is not their first language. Children are learning about wider society through frequent use of resources that reflect positive images of This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 diversity, such as ethnic dolls, multicultural books and small world figures with

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provision

disabilities. The childminder has established an excellent relationship with the local pre-school. She shares relevant information with staff and works in close partnership with them to ensure that the needs of children who attend both settings are met effectively.

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provision

Children's welfare is promoted by the excellent organisational skills of the childminder who maintains all necessary records and effectively implements a comprehensive range of tailor-made policies and procedures which are shared with parents. Children's safety is paramount. The childminder provides a safe environment for children by making, and regularly reviewing, a detailed risk assessment of her home and for a variety of routine outings. She has an excellent understanding of child protection issues and shares her child protection statement with parents. She has seven years of childminding experience and has relevant qualifications in play work and childcare. She has also attended a comprehensive range of other relevant training. She monitors her provision highly effectively by using feedback from both parents and children. She uses this information to make relevant changes to her practice, such as collecting more information about the

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provision

routines of young children. She constantly reviews her practice and is able to reflect on strong aspects of her minding, such as meeting children's individual needs. She has a very positive attitude to furthering her skills and extending the scope of her provision.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children relish taking part in a stimulating range of free play and adult-led activities and are making excellent progress due to the high levels of support and encouragement provided by the childminder. She is skilled at incorporating all areas of learning into routine play activities and has an excellent understanding of children's individual learning styles. She makes highly effective and relevant observations of children's progress and uses these to inform her planning to ensure that she can provide positive learning experiences for each child. Children are curious and eager to learn and are rapidly developing their confidence and independence as they decide what they want to do and start to use the toilet by themselves. They are confident communicators who chat enthusiastically to the childminder about a variety of topics and enjoy looking at books and listening to stories. They have excellent opportunities to count and are beginning to identify

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

numerals on road signs and number plates.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning about safe practice as the childminder reminds them about the risk of choking if they put too much food in their mouths and explains why they should not climb on the arm of the sofa. They discuss road safety and 'stranger danger' and receive certificates for taking part in regular fire drills. The childminder carries laminated cards with contact details for each child in case of emergency. Children are learning about healthy living as they follow rigorous hand washing procedures and discuss healthy eating. The childminder shares her healthy eating policy with parents, to ensure that children have nutritious packed lunches, and has a robust sickness policy. Children's behaviour is managed highly effectively. The childminder reminds them to use good manners and encourages This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 them to share and take turns. She implements a comprehensive anti-bullying

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

policy and children are involved in agreeing and reviewing the house rules. 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? 1 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? 1

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Years Foundation Stage promoted?

How well are children helped to stay safe? 1 How well are children helped to be healthy? 1 How well are children helped to enjoy and achieve? 1 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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