Haywood, Nicola

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 EY313887 Inspection date 07/05/2009 Inspector Linda Phillips

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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 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

Children only attend this setting before and/or after the school day and/or during the school holidays. The judgements in this report reflect the quality of early years provision offered to children during those periods.

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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 registered in 2005. She lives with her husband and two children aged seven and 10 to the east of Kingston upon Hull. The whole of the accessible ground floor of the property is used for childminding, the bathroom is on the first floor and there is a fully enclosed rear garden for outside play. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register, the compulsory and the voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

Family pets are a dog and two adult and four baby rabbits.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder supports children with English as an additional language.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children under eight years of age at any one time, including three in the Early Years age group. Currently there are seven children on roll who attend for flexible sessions. The childminder walks to school to take and collect children and attends a local children's centre for various activities.

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Description of the childminding

She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall, the quality of the provision is satisfactory. Children's physical welfare is appropriately met although the childminder inconsistently applies her knowledge when implementing systems regarding the learning and development of children in the Early Years Foundation Stage age group. They are, however, cared for within a welcoming environment where all are included. They enjoy an interesting range of spontaneous activities in line with their individual interests and abilities and are taken on regular outings within the local and surrounding area.

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Overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Partnerships with parents is effective and through discussions with them most of the unique needs of children are identified. The childminder is able to identify strengths and intentions to bring about further improvement to the provision and 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 outdoor security, such as which doors are locked or unlocked, is risk assessed  introduce systems to ensure observations and assessments are used to identify and plan for children's next steps in development This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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provision

The majority of required written records are good relating to the safety and welfare of children. However, the Early Years Foundation Stage has yet to be consistently implemented for all children. The childminder has recently introduced a system for collating information regarding children's starting points as she uses "all about me" forms. She is starting to use observations and continuous assessments to identify and promote the next steps of children's learning and development.

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provision

The childminder has a suitable system in place for self-evaluating her practices and as a result she is able to identify areas for improvement, for example, work will continue in the garden to improve the outdoor play area for the children. Risk assessments are carried out to enhance the safety of children, for example, walking to and from school and outings to parks. However, these do not include a risk assessment of the security of the home as doors are left unlocked when minded children are present. Detailed children's record forms are completed, their attendance is clearly recorded, and a wide range of written parental consents are sought, including, for example, for outings, baking, participating in gardening and pet activities, and for the seeking of medical advice in emergencies.

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provision

The partnership with parents is good and is based on sharing information daily. The childminder involves parents in additional ways, for example, through seeking their views and suggestions through questionnaires. Parents' wishes are respected, for example, routines are followed and dietary needs and arrangements discussed and are appropriately met. Parents are notified of the extensive range of personalised policies and procedures which are laminated once their signatures have been sought to evidence they have read and understood them.

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provision

Children are safeguarded from harm as those in regular contact with them have been suitably vetted. The childminder has a good knowledge and understanding of signs and symptoms of abuse. She has attended Safeguarding Children training, and has a clear understanding of reporting procedures. Although no recorded accidents have occurred for some time, the childminder holds a valid first aid certificate and is fully aware of appropriate actions when required.

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provision

The childminder welcomes all children into her home. In addition to offering a range of play opportunities within the home children enjoy using additional services in the local area, for example, libraries and children's centres. Children are learning about diversity and the wider world through good quality books and through addressing other festivals and celebrations. Children clearly enjoy having free access to a wide range of toys, resources and play materials which are of good quality and quantity, and independently self select play items.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The physical needs of children are met through the caring and affectionate childminder. She has some understanding of implementing the Early Years This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Foundation Stage and provides activities and opportunities to help children in their learning and development. Although the childminder has attended some training she is unclear of systems to evidence the use of observations, assessments and their next steps of the children's learning and development are not always identified.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

There is a balance of both adult led and child initiated activities and opportunities, for example, children clearly enjoy playing freely in the garden in addition to participating in baking and creative sessions. To evidence this the childminder takes photographs regularly to share with parents. Spontaneous activities are offered in accordance with, for example, children's individual needs, interests and requests, the weather, and activities promoted in the local community. Within the conservatory, the children's main play area, they can independently choose from a wide range of toys and resources, and are learning about the wider world, for example, when talking about and respecting one another's cultures and customs. Children are learning skills which contribute to their future economic well-being, for example, regular opportunities arise for them to have access to quality books, writing and mark making activities, and information technology.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children are learning the importance of keeping themselves safe and free from harm. When playing in the garden, for example, they are reminded to carefully get on and off the seesaw so as not to injure themselves, and within the home are asked to help to tidy up to prevent them from tripping on unused toys. They are also starting to learn about healthy lifestyles which includes, for example, taking regular exercise through being taken swimming, to baby massages at a local children's centre, when playing in the garden in clothing appropriate to the weather, and through more robust play when visiting local parks. The childminder provides children with healthy snacks of fresh fruit and regular drinks, and although parents supply packed lunches children are still reminded of healthy eating.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

Children benefit from being cared for in a spacious, well maintained and homely environment where they are appropriately supervised. They are encouraged to become active learners and independent, for example, they are encouraged to dress themselves by putting shoes on correct feet and fastening press studs for themselves.

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The quality and standards of the early years provision

The childminder diffuses any inappropriate behaviour as it occurs by gently talking to the children explaining what is and is not acceptable, and works with parents when additional support is required. Appropriate behaviour management techniques used help to build children's self esteem and confidence. Children are well settled within the home and are developing an understanding of the needs of each other. 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? 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? 2 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: 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

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