Kaye, Jane

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 302347 Inspection date 10/11/2009 Inspector Rasmik Parmar

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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 1994. She lives with her two children aged 16 and 13 years, in Wibsey, Bradford. The whole of the ground floor and the bathroom on the first floor is available for childminding. There is an enclosed garden available at the front of the house. The childminder is close to local amenities, including parks, playgroups and shops.

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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 one time, no more than three may be in the early years age range. She is currently minding four children in this age range. She also offers care to children aged over five to 10 years. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder 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 happy, settled and relaxed within the welcoming family home. Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder knows each child well and takes positive steps to ensure that their individual needs are met. Partnerships with parents and carers are secure as the childminder keeps them fully informed of their child's progress and development. The childminder continues to evaluate her provision to improve the outcomes for children by identifying her strengths and areas for improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 provide further opportunities for children to explore the natural environment.

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the early years provision

The childminder is well organised with all the relevant documentation in place to support children's health and welfare. Detailed policies and procedures are shared with parents to keep them effectively informed about her childminding practices. The childminder's home is well maintained with good levels of safety measures in place to ensure that children can move and play safely. For example, the fire safety officer visited the home and discussed the fire escape route with the childminder and fitted smoke detectors in the home. Children are effectively safeguarded as the childminder has implemented an effective policy and procedure which she shares with parents. The policy is clear in informing parents of her responsibilities to ensure children are safeguarded. Furthermore, the childminder This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 has booked to attend a course in child protection to update her knowledge in this

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the early years provision

sensitive area of child care. Effective and detailed risk assessments are in place for the premises, equipment and for all outings undertaken with children.

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the early years provision

The childminder's home is welcoming and child orientated. A good range of play materials and furniture are provided enabling children to play comfortably. Equipment and resources fully promote equality and diversity. They are of a good quality and suitable for the ages of the children to support their learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminder has a positive attitude towards further development of her practice for better outcomes for children. She has attended numerous courses to help her understand and implement the Early Years Foundation Stage. She has accessed various grants to secure her premises, purchase more resources for babies and has introduced a fish tank. The childminder's self-evaluation is effective in identifying areas that need improving so that outcomes for children are continuously improving. She obtains views from parents through questionnaires and listens to their ideas and suggestions so that she can further improve her service. The childminder establishes good relationships with parents which supports her in meeting children's individual needs. Information is obtained from parents about children's routines and abilities when they start, helping the transition from home to the childminder's setting. Also, links with other providers

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the early years provision

who share the care of children, such as the local reception class, is well established to ensure that there is continuity in their learning.

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and outcomes for children

Children are making good progress in their learning and development. The childminder records observations regarding children's development, linking them to the early learning goals. She evaluates children's progress in detail, for the six areas of learning, to identify the next steps for further development. The childminder then links future planning to the identified areas of learning in order to maximise children's learning. The childminder effectively shares children's assessment profiles with parents so that they are kept informed about their child's progress. Parents are also able to contribute to the assessment profiles and learning is extended to the home as part of partnership working.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder's home is well organised and allows for separate areas for children to rest, eat and take part in play activities. Daily routines are flexible to follow children's interests and incorporate good opportunities for children to play and learn. Children's independence is promoted as they read hand washing notices whilst washing their hands before eating and after toileting, drying their hands on separate cloth towels.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health is given priority as the childminder liaises closely with parents to support them in promoting healthy lifestyles for children. The childminder ensures that children are taken to the local park for fresh air and exercise and encourages them to develop a positive attitude towards their own health. The childminder is This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 aware that opportunities for children to explore the natural environment is currently limited. Children eat a good balance of foods, such as cereals, a variety of fruit for snack and home cooked meals, together with foods from different cultures.

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and outcomes for children

Children have access to a broad range of good quality age-appropriate resources that positively portray all aspects of equality and diversity. They learn to understand that people have different needs, views, cultures and beliefs.

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and outcomes for children

Children are safe as they enjoy the company of the childminder, who praises them for their achievements. This helps them to feel appreciated and boosts their confidence. Children learn the importance of safety as they wear wrist straps and safety reins and learn about road safety during outings. They learn the importance of fire safety by practicing regular fire drills.

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and outcomes for children

Children explore problem solving and numbers as their skills are developed through daily routines, such as counting and putting puzzles together. Their creative skills are enhanced through opportunities available for arts and crafts and dressing up helps to promote their imagination. Language and communication is promoted as children talk to each other and the childminder asks probing questions to enable children to think and respond. Furthermore, the childminder uses a pack of educational books per child to include learning for numbers, counting, words and the alphabet as part of a learning programme to ensure children know the basics. Children have opportunity to develop their skills in technology by using the computer for age appropriate games and other electronic games. 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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