Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY301073 Inspection date 09/11/2009 Inspector Kaldip Kaur Chaggar-Brown

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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

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 was registered in 2005 and works alongside another registered childminder. She lives with her partner and three children aged 15, five and three years. They live in Bramley, which is an area of Leeds, in West Yorkshire. The setting is close to shops, parks and transport links. The bathroom, front bedroom on the first floor and the whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding. There is an enclosed rear garden for outdoor play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than two may be in the early years age range. This may be increased to a total of four children under eight years at any one time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years age, when working with another childminder. She is currently minding six children in the early years age group. She also offers care to children aged over five years to 11 years. This provision is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder collects and takes children to local schools and nurseries. She is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has a suitable understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and as a result meets the needs of children in her care. Children are making suitable progress overall in their learning and development. The childminder supports all children so that they are included in activities. Children’s welfare is promoted and appropriate safeguarding arrangements are in place. The childminder works in partnership with parents. The childminder demonstrates good capacity for continuous improvement to bring about positive outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further access to play equipment to enable children to self-select when extending their play and independence  continue to identify areas for further improvement through self-assessment  develop ways to sustain children's interest in activities  continue to develop a variety of activities to support children's learning. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Arrangements to safeguard children are suitably in place. The childminder understands what to do if she has any concerns about a child as she has the relevant information to hand, to use for reference. The childminder has attended the required training including the Early Years Foundation Stage training. Policies and procedures are in place which help with the management of the provision. Parents are given copies of some of the policies, such as the complaints procedure. The childminder demonstrates that she has good capacity to bring about further improvement to her provision. For example, at the last inspection a number of actions were raised and these have all been addressed including additional toys purchased. The childminder has started to complete a self-assessment form regarding her provision and has identified areas for improvement. The childminder has support from the local authority.

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the early years provision

Safety precautions taken to keep children safe both indoors and outdoors are effective. Risk assessments are undertaken to identify risks and how these are to be minimised including for the trampoline and paddling pool. Resources are well used by the children, however, children are sometimes limited by access to additional resources which they cannot select as they are kept out of reach. This results in missed opportunities for children to be independent whilst extending their play. Also children do not always learn to concentrate on activities as they are easily distracted by the television which is mostly kept on.

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the early years provision

The childminder works in partnership with parents and gathers relevant information about children's individual needs when they first start. Discussions take place daily between the childminder and parents about their child's day. Children's profile records are shared with parents and include pictures of activities children have taken part in. Comments expressed by parents show that they are happy with the care provided. The childminder has also developed suitable relationships with other providers of the Early Years Foundation Stage. For example, education providers would like the transition between themselves and the childminder to be made easier for children. As a result, the childminder encourages children to develop their independence when putting on coats and shoes.

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the early years provision

The childminder works closely with another childminder; as a result children are able to approach either childminder for help and support. The childminders work well together to provide a familiar and safe environment for children.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder supports children appropriately. When children need reassurance or help, the childminder is on hand to provide it. The childminder makes suitable suggestions as to what they can do next and provides opportunities for children to make choices. For example, when children want to play outside the childminder arranges this. Other activities include dancing to music, and using cutters and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 rollers with play dough. Children have the opportunity to solve problems, such as putting connecting pieces together to make a character. Learning to count in sequence is included in everyday activities, such as counting steps.

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and outcomes for children

Young children enjoy acting out role-play situations, such as 'talking' on a mobile phone, and they include others by asking them to join in. They enjoy listening to stories and looking at the pictures in books. Children enjoy cutting and sticking activities. For example, they enjoy making egg people. However, children do not always want to sustain their interest in an activity. Children do show interest when the childminder points out an aeroplane in the sky and they are encouraged to look for another one.

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and outcomes for children

Children are learning about events, such as Bonfire Night. They watch fireworks and talk about the different colours and sounds. On walks in the locality children are encouraged to look at the leaves and trees. However, other activities related to diversity around the world are limited. Children show great pride in what they have achieved. For example, children show they have washed their hands by themselves after returning from nursery. Older children know where to put a banana skin after they have finished eating. The childminder gave praise to show she had recognised the action undertaken.

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and outcomes for children

Children share toys and equipment with each other, such as bikes when playing outside. They are beginning to understand about the needs of others, such as bring favourite toys from home as a comforter or being quiet when others are asleep. Children are well behaved and understand about daily routines. They also know how to keep themselves safe when outside in the garden as they move around carefully negotiating the different levels. The childminder highlights hazards, such as a dangling scarf whilst using play equipment. Also she reminds children of how to act safely when on outings.

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and outcomes for children

Planning of activities and recording in children's profiles and children's next steps in learning have recently been completed. These are used informally to plan activities. Children's starting points are discussed with parents and included in next steps in learning. Profiles include pictures of children showing pride in their completed picture. Children are beginning to develop skills for the future, for example, children use small electronic computer-type toys. They enjoy pressing buttons to see what will appear on the screen.

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and outcomes for children

Children have a diet that is mostly healthy and they look forward to their lunch. Children recount what they had for tea the previous night. Children ask for drinks and access their own drinks containers. The childminder talks to children about being healthy and taking exercise. 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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children in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

The capacity of the provision to maintain continuous improvement

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and managed?

The effectiveness of leadership and management in embedding ambition and driving improvement The effectiveness with which the setting deploys resources 3 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 3 The effectiveness of the setting’s engagement with parents and carers

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Stage

The quality of the provision in the Early Years Foundation Stage 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 3 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 3 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 3 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 3

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Stage

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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