Childminder in Surrey

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY375121 Inspection date 26/11/2009 Inspector Joanna Scott

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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 registered in 2008. She lives with her husband in Weybridge, Surrey. The ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding, and children mostly play in the conservatory. Day time sleeping and toileting facilities are available on the ground floor. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. Children sometimes use a trampoline and swing on an area of garden at the side of the house; this area is not securely fenced but is supervised fully when used. The childminder walks or drives to local schools to take and collect children, and visits local toddler groups, parks and the library.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children under eight years at any time, of whom no more than three may be in the early years range. She is currently minding six children. One is in the early years age range, and five are over five years and under 12. All attend on a part-time basis. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children are supported well when they join the childminder. They settle and quickly become confident and happy in her care. The childminder is proactive in sharing information with parents about the children's needs, and this enables her to meet their individual welfare and learning requirements. The childminder has systems in place to evaluate the service she provides. This has successfully helped her to identify some key strengths and weaknesses, and is effective in driving development of this provision.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain written parental permission to seek any necessary emergency medical advice or treatment in future, and ensure systems are robust to request this at the time of each child's admission (Safeguarding and welfare) 25/12/2009

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further?

 review systems to ensure that any record of risk assessment includes all areas of the premises, for example, access to low level glass, positioning of smoke detectors, and use of the area to the side of the house where the trampoline and swing are positioned (Documentation) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 25/12/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 improve the use of phonics and lower case lettering in labelling, to benefit children's learning.

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the early years provision

The childminder has made a very strong start to her childminding service. She is enthusiastic and makes great effort to find out about best practice, which she implements into her procedures. For example, she has a good understanding about child protection and the procedures to follow in the event of having a concern, which safeguards children. The childminder has generally effective systems for maintaining records and updating documentation, although written parental permission to seek emergency treatment for each child is not in place. This does not meet requirements, although the impact of this is minimised because the childminder has very clear procedures she will follow in the case of a child being unwell. Although she demonstrates a good understanding of keeping children safe, her records of risk assessment do not cover all areas of her premises; for example, amongst other things they do not include the use of an open outdoor area of her

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the early years provision

premises when a trampoline and swing are sometimes used under supervision, nor access to some low level glass on the premises. This does not meet requirements but the impact to children is low because the childminder does review safety in line with the needs of those in her care.

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the early years provision

The childminder deploys resources effectively. Children mainly use her conservatory which she has prepared to be welcoming and stimulating. Photographs of the children in her care, and art work completed by them is displayed for everyone to enjoy. The childminder has a good mix of toys and resources which are of interest to children, including books which promote diversity and help children learn about the wider world. The childminder has established her provision, and now as part of her self-evaluation has identified some areas which she would like to extend her knowledge and skills in to benefit children. For example, she has identified various training courses she would like to attend, and has booked onto a workshop on emergency planning. In addition, she reviews day to day operational issues to identify how she can make changes to benefit children and parents, for example, in gathering the children's belongings

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the early years provision

together at the end of the day so that collection times run smoothly.

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the early years provision

Partnerships with parents are effective. Parents say that daily discussions with the provider work well to share information relating to children's care and learning, and the use of email benefits two way communication. They value the childminder's support in settling children who are new to the setting. The childminder has established links with others delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage to minded children, and keeps track of planned activities so that she is able to reinforce children's learning through discussion. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and enjoy very warm relationships with the childminder. She is really encouraging, and provides children with a good mix of adult-led and child- initiated play. Children are interested in what is provided, and the childminder's support helps to extend their enjoyment as they play and learn. The childminder promotes children's communication, language and literacy skills well. There are many opportunities to develop and practise language and their communication skills. For example, she sits with children looking at pictures and identifying the letter each word begins with, although she does not always use the phonic sounds which children use when blending words. Children are interested in the labelling used around the room on familiar objects such as the television, sofa and wall; they are learning that words carry meaning. However, young children attending other settings are familiar with lower case lettering and the childminder often uses

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and outcomes for children

capital letters. Children are able to freely access books and share stories with the childminder, and pens and other materials to practise their mark making. Children benefit from the childminder's enthusiastic approach to promoting early reading and writing skills. Children feel valued; the childminder demonstrates a good understanding of their individual interests and uses resources they enjoy to promote their learning across each of the areas of learning. Development records show that children make progress.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to become independent in line with their abilities. For example, the childminder helps children to be confident in going to the toilet and washing their hands independently, and provides tools such as a small dustpan and brush to sweep up after using the play dough. Children enjoy talking part, it helps them to feel at home in the setting. Children are learning about staying safe. The childminder regularly walks with children and talks to them about road safety when they are out and about. Children feel safe and have a good understanding of the childminder's house rules, for example, they understand that they are not allowed to freely go upstairs. They are developing positive attitudes to being active because the childminder provides daily opportunities for physical activity and outdoor learning. For example, children enjoy playing in the park, developing their physical skills and hand-to-eye coordination using tennis rackets and using soft

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and outcomes for children

play areas. Sometimes they take part in growing activities which help children learn about where their food comes from. Children behave very well. The childminder has a very positive approach which is effective in promoting wanted behaviour. Children enjoy each other's company and talk about their friends even when they are not present. They learn about their community through visits and discussion, and are beginning to be aware of diversity and the wider world. They are confident, and enjoy their time here. 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 2 The effectiveness with which the setting promotes equality and diversity The effectiveness of safeguarding 2 The effectiveness of the setting’s self-evaluation, including the steps taken to promote improvement The effectiveness of partnerships 2 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 2

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 2 The extent to which children develop skills for the future 2

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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: 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 (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) (also applies to the voluntary part of the Childcare Register) 25/12/2009

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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 (Suitability and Safety of Premises and Equipment) (also applies to the compulsory part of the Childcare Register). 25/12/2009

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