Childminder in Leeds

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY390090 Inspection date 23/09/2009 Inspector Liz Whitehead

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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 2009 and may work with an assistant. She lives with her partner and child aged eight years old, in Churwell, a suburb of Leeds. The ground floor and first floor bathroom of the property are used for childminding purposes, and there is an enclosed garden for outdoor play. The family has two rabbits.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to provide care for children on the Early Years Register, and the compulsory part of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of five children at any one time and has one child in the early years age group on roll. The childminder takes and collects children from school and they access local groups. 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

Children make appropriate progress in all areas of learning, however, the childminder does not receive full information when beginning to care for them, and does not plan for the next steps in their learning. She establishes strong relationships with parents and is beginning to develop links with other settings to enhance the service children receive. The childminder effectively meets the individual needs of children and mostly promotes their health and well-being. All the required documentation is in place, is suitably maintained and readily available for inspection. The childminder actively promotes children's independence through enabling them to easily access toys and resources, although these do not promote positive images.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain information about what children know and can do when they first attend  use observations and assessments to identify learning priorities and the next steps in individual children's learning  promote the good health of children with regard to handwashing  provide a range of resources that promote positive images of culture, gender and disability.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a broad knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. She is committed to safeguarding the children in her care, and is enrolled on a course to enhance these skills. She completes and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 regularly reviews risk assessments which keep children safe indoors, outdoors and on outings. The many policies and procedures, which are shared with parents, appropriately contribute towards the children's health and safety. The childminder is enthusiastic about her role and has accessed a number of courses in addition to the required training. These include, health and safety and implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage into her daily practice.

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the early years provision

The childminder is beginning to evaluate her practice which enables her to maintain continuous improvement and appropriately promote the outcomes for children. She seeks parents' views through regular discussions. Parents are very happy with the care the childminder provides, and particularly like the daily diary which is an effective two-way communication tool. Since registration the childminder has re-organised the living room to provide more space for children to play.

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the early years provision

The childminder develops and maintains effective partnerships with parents and is establishing links other providers and services. For example, visiting groups and regular discussions with other childminders. The childminder knows the children well and works closely with parents to meet children's differing needs and to enable them to achieve as well as they can. She respects their individual cultures and religions, although children are not provided with the opportunity to access resources that promote positive images of culture, gender and disability.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy their time with the childminder and are enthusiastic and motivated to learn. They enjoy independently accessing the suitable range of age appropriate toys and resources that the childminder thoughtfully sets out. These are at the children's level to enable them to effectively contribute to their own learning. Children behave well and understand what is expected of them, through the consistent and realistic boundaries set by the childminder, who instinctively praises and supports them in their play.

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and outcomes for children

The children's welfare needs are met through the sharing of information with parents. However, the childminder does not obtain information regarding children's knowledge and abilities when beginning to care for them. She carries out regular observations and ensures that activities cover all areas of learning, although the childminder does not plan the next steps in children's individual learning. Children access physical activity on a daily basis both in the garden and through visiting the park. Indoors, young children enjoy experimenting moving in a range of ways, for example, crawling, pulling themselves to a standing position and walking with the aid of push along toys.

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and outcomes for children

There are many opportunities for children to develop early mathematical and reading skills as they count, talk about colours and look at books. The childminder develops children's awareness of temperature as she describes items as 'cold'. Children have a wonderful time watching with fascination as they place a ball in the chute and it circles down the track way. They learn about information and This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 communication technology, and are really proud as they are rewarded with music and flashing lights, by pressing the correct buttons on programmable toys.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged to make healthy choices as they independently access drinks, and nutritious snacks, such as bananas. The childminder reinforces the value of eating fruit and talks about bananas making children strong. Good personal hygiene is mostly promoted as the childminder washes her hands at snack time, although this is not consistently implemented for children. Well established routines and the effective settling in procedure, which is individually tailored to meet each families needs, enables children to feel safe and secure within the childminding environment. They share warm and trusting relationships with the childminder with lots of cuddles and affection. 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 2 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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