Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY241486 Inspection date 08/09/2009 Inspector Ann Webb

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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 has been registered since 2002 and is currently caring for seven children under eight years, full and part time, four of whom are in the early years age group. She 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

She lives with her husband and three children aged 13, 15 and 19 years. The family have a dog and live in a semi detached house in a quiet cul-de-sac in the Moortown area of Leeds. Local amenities such as shops, a library and a park are in close proximity. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The childminder attends the local carer and toddler group on a regular basis. 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

Well established and professionally managed relationships with parents and other providers successfully supports an environment where all children are fully included. The childminder fully understands and values the children's individual needs, interests and abilities and consequently the children make good progress in their learning. The childminder is committed to the improvement of her service and successfully identifies areas for development through ongoing training. She has established a firm base for maintaining continual improvement through reflection of her practice, evaluation of children's progress and consultation with other professionals, parents and children.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain information from parents about what the children know and can do when they first start to attend.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good awareness of how to safeguard the children in her care, for example, she is confident to report and record any concerns and is fully aware of the Local Safeguarding Children Board procedures. Detailed risk assessments highlight any potential hazards to the children both indoors and outdoors and good security procedures ensure that children are unable to leave the premises unaccompanied. The childminder supervises the children well and understands their individual capabilities and needs. She ensure that all resources This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 are suitable for their ages and stages of development and presents activities in a safe and accessible manner.

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the early years provision

The childminder is well organised and she efficiently manages day to day routines around the children's attendance patterns. Her flexibility is appreciated by parents, who speak highly of her warmth and professionalism. All required records are well documented, confidentially maintained and reviewed when needed. Comprehensive, written policies and procedures are reflective of the childminders practice and provide accurate operational information for parents, particularly during initial meetings and settling in periods. The childminder frequently shares information regarding the children's progress with parents and there are written observations supported with photographs and examples of children's work. Parents are appropriately encouraged to share information about their children, such as their likes and dislikes and individual care needs. However, there is limited information obtained about what the children know and can do when they first

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the early years provision

The childminder successfully provides a service which is inclusive for all children and their families and ensures that all children receive the support they need to make good progress in their learning. Links with other providers are well established and discussions with nursery and school staff ensures that there is consistent planning for the next steps in their learning. Through effective self evaluation and seeking the views of parents and children, the childminder is able to successfully recognise her strengths and identify areas for further improvement. For example, increasing opportunities for the children to grow their own vegetables. She is committed to ongoing training and sharing best practice with other childminders in order to continually ensure good outcomes for the children. The childminder makes good use of incidental and spontaneous learning situations and responds instinctively to the children's individual interests. She makes good

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the early years provision

use of internal and external resources and creates an environment which is well maintained, welcoming and motivates the children to learn. Overall, the children make good progress in their learning.

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and outcomes for children

The children are settled, happy and confident and enjoy their time with the childminder. They have access to a good range of books and are eager to select their favourite stories to read together. Their emerging language skills are developing well through good opportunities to join in relaxed conversations with adults and their peers. They show a good understanding of healthy lifestyles, freely accessing the garden to use the climbing frame, ride tricycles and bounce on the trampoline. Children have good personal hygiene routines and know that they need to wash off the germs after outdoor play, and why they need sun block on sunny days. They collect the freshly laid eggs from the childminder's chickens to bake their own cakes and enjoy a good variety of healthy home cooked meals. Additionally, they grow some of their own vegetables in the garden and older children talk about planting potatoes and beans.

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 Children understand what is expected of them and they respond positively to the childminder's use of praise, as she supports and guides their behaviour. They feel safe and confident to take on some routine tasks, for example, clearing away their toys, selecting recourses and making their needs known. They have a good understanding how to keep themselves safe, for example, following road safety advice whilst on outings and following instructions for use of equipment. During their everyday play the children learn how to work things out for themselves, as they fix construction pieces together and calculate how many spoonfuls of icing sugar is needed to decorate buns. Their creativity is well supported and children enjoy the experience of painting, baking and model making. They explore and experiment with sand and water play and role play domestic experiences, dressing

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and outcomes for children

The childminder is confident to support the children's learning through their play and she makes regular observations of their progress. These observations are supported with written details, photographs and examples of the children's work. She plans a flexible range of learning experiences, tailored to meet the individual learning needs of the children and uses information from her observations to plan for the next steps in their learning. The children develop a good understanding of the society in which they live. They access resources which reflect a positive image of race, gender and disability and celebrate a range of festivals and traditions, such as, Diwali, Chinese New Year and Christmas. Through discussions and stories they have good opportunities to recognise, value and respect similarities and differences between themselves and others. 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: 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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