Childminder in Norfolk

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY391260 Inspection date 03/11/2009 Inspector Glenda Kathleen Field

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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

This childminder registered in 2009. She lives in Attleborough with her husband and son aged 10. Her husband and sister are registered to work alongside her as co-childminders. The whole house is available for childminding purposes, although care mainly takes place on the ground floor. There is a small enclosed garden and the childminder also uses local parks for outdoor play. The family have a pet cat. There is level access to the provision.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently four children on roll, of whom, three are within the early years age range. All attend on a part-time basis. The childminder also offers care to children aged over five years. Childcare is provided on the premises each weekday between the hours of 5:30am and 10.00pm according to parents' shift patterns. The provision is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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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 are making satisfactory progress in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) whilst in the care of this childminder. Their individual welfare needs are catered for effectively as the childminder develops secure working relationships with parents, but planning for their educational development is less sound. Although the childminder is able to verbally identify a few areas for improvement there is not enough focus on reflecting on her practice and seeking the views of others. This means that priorities for improvement are not as accurately targeted as they could be.

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further?

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

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further?

 undertake sensitive observational assessment in order to plan to meet young children's individual learning and development needs (Organisation) 02/03/2010

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further?

 carry out a full risk assessment for each type of outing. (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare) 02/12/2009

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further?

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

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further?

 develop the use of reflective practice to identify the setting's strengths and priorities for improvement that will improve the quality of the provision for all children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a sound understanding of her duties with regard to safeguarding children from abuse. All adults in the home who have contact with children have undergone the vetting process and children are not left unsupervised with any other adults. Children explore the childminder's home in safety as risk assessments have highlighted and addressed hazards. These are reviewed quarterly. However, the childminder has not completed risk assessments for specific outings and as a result children's safety has the potential to be compromised. Documentation is maintained adequately to keep children safe and the certificate of registration is displayed for parents. Resources are deployed effectively within the home, most being readily available to children from floor based containers, enabling children to access them freely and safely.

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the early years provision

The childminder endeavours to ensure that children feel valued and respected as individuals. Although she has not cared for children with special educational needs she currently cares for children who speak English as an additional language and has implemented effective strategies to ensure they are fully included. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children's individual needs are consistently met and demonstrates a satisfactory understanding of working with other professionals to meet children's needs. The childminder actively promotes equality of opportunity and ensures that she sensitively tackles and challenges any issues of prejudice and discrimination. The partnership with other early years providers is not yet established as children on roll currently only attend this setting.

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the early years provision

Although the childminder is beginning to identify areas for development, the system for monitoring and evaluating the provision is not effective in identifying outcomes for children. In discussion she demonstrates a positive attitude towards implementing change to improve practice.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and settled and there is a warm relationship between the childminder and children. Children vocalise their thoughts and the childminder is close by to support them. Play resources presented in floor-based containers are available for children to freely choose from. Their routines from home are followed closely, contributing to continuity of care and their added feeling of security. The childminder follows children's interests throughout the day, ensuring they are playing with toys which they have chosen, for example, one child enjoys playing with the toy cooking resources and the childminder makes sure that these are readily available to the child. However, because she does not observe children in their play or make assessments of their learning she is unable to plan activities to ensure they make progress across all areas of learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children's social development and awareness is being fostered because the This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 childminder takes them to places of interest in the local community, for example, local parks. The childminder talks to children constantly, developing their language skills, in particular those with English as an additional language. Children are beginning to learn about the world around them. They frequently go out on outings such as to the local farm where they enjoy feeding the animals. Visits are also made to surrounding areas, some requiring a train journey such as to the Fun Time Factory. Physical play outdoors is incorporated into each day when the weather permits when children use a variety of toys, for example, skittles, hoop-la and racquets and balls. Children enjoy music and story time and are beginning to show interest in messy play activities such as painting, play dough and hand

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and outcomes for children

Children from a very young age practise fire drills and the childminder talks to them about road safety. Children are encouraged to wash or wipe their hands at appropriate times, reinforcing good personal hygiene practices. Individual hand towels are available for each child, thus helping to minimise the risk of cross- infection. Children eat heartily and all food is provided by the childminder. Snacks and meals are healthy, nutritious and freshly cooked by the childminder. Menus include home cooked carrot soup, mashed potato and cheese and deserts of freshly cooked fruit.

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and outcomes for children

Children behave well. From a young age they learn to share and play socially because they attend facilities where a number of other children are present, for example, the Fun Time Factory. The children learn about boundaries because the childminder is consistent in her management of behaviour. As a result they begin to learn right from wrong. They are learning to value one another and how to communicate, developing skills for the future. 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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