Childminder in Bracknell Forest

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY371855 Inspection date 21/12/2009 Inspector Anne Jeanette Faithfull

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Type of setting Childminder to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work-based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It rates council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 08456 404040, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may copy all or parts of this document for non-commercial educational purposes, as long as you give details of the source and date of publication and do not alter the information in any way.

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Royal Exchange Buildings St Ann's Square Manchester M2 7LA

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T: 08456 404040 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.ofsted.gov.uk 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

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.

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Introduction

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Introduction

Please see our website for more information about each childcare provider. We publish inspection reports, conditions of registration and details of complaints we receive where we or the provider take action to meet the requirements of registration. 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 2008. She lives with her four children in Crowthorne, Berkshire. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years of these three may be in the early years age range. The childminder may care for up to eight children with her co childminder present of these four may be in the early years age range. Currently there are no children on roll. The house is within walking distance of local facilities including pre-school, primary school, shops and park and is near main road and rail links. The childminder's house is accessed via a sloped drive, she uses the whole of the ground floor for childminding, with rest and toilet facilities within this space. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The family have a three cats and a rabbit.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The childminder demonstrates a secure understanding of how children learn and develop through play. She is aware to provide a range of activities and experiences both inside and outside the home to encourage children’s development. The childminder is aware to ensure all children have their individual needs catered for. The childminder has a suitable range of resources and toys for the children to access. All required documentation and policies and procedures are in place and ready for use. This supports the safety and welfare of the children within the setting. The childminder has completed a range of risk assessments to ensure her home is safe and secure. The childminder offers a family environment with sufficient space for the children to play. The childminder demonstrates an understanding of child protection issues and what she would do if she had any

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

concerns. The childminder attends training and this demonstrates her capacity for continuous improvement.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues to meet the requirements of registration. 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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