Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY304422 Inspection date 12/10/2009 Inspector Hilary Mary Mckenning

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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 2006. She lives with her family in Kirkheaton, near Huddersfield. Children access the whole of the ground floor along with the bathroom facilities on the first floor. There is an outdoor play area at the rear of the house. The childminder walks to local schools to take and collect the children. She attends local groups, and takes children to the local library and to local parks.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder may care for five children at any one time and is currently caring for five children in the early years group. The childminder is registered 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's sense of belonging is effectively fostered though the warm, welcoming and homely atmosphere. They are treated with equal concern and their individual needs are met very well, as the childminder successfully engages with parents. Most documentation is in place although some lack the required detail. Children are developing a high degree of self-confidence and a very healthy self esteem. Children access a wide range of activities and learning opportunities help children make good progress. However, observations do not clearly the next steps in children’s learning. Positive links with others providing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) are being developed to ensure continuity of the care and learning. There is an effective system in place to evaluate and monitor the service and targets for the future are identified.

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further?

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

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further?

 further develop observations to identify the next steps in children's learning  further develop complaints information to reflect current guidelines.

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the early years provision

Children are well protected as the childminder has a good understanding of her role and responsibilities with regards to safeguarding children. There is a selection of policies and procedures in place for identifying any child at risk of harm, and she has good up to date knowledge of the possible signs of abuse and neglect. Rigorous risk assessments are completed for both the premises and any outings, to monitor children’s safety. Most of the required records and documentation are in place and stored securely, although the complaints information for parents is not in line with current guidelines. A wealth of policies and procedures in place, which are shared with parents and implemented well, provide a very clear sense of purpose This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and direction and significantly enhance the care and learning of children.

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the early years provision

The childminder is highly committed to the development and improvement of her practice. She uses the Ofsted style evaluation form to give her direction and to identify areas for improvement. She regular consults with parents and incorporates the information to monitor and develop her service. Positive links are being developed with other settings offering the EYFS framework, in order to promote the continuity of children’s learning and development. The childminder maintains records of children's assessments and achievements using observations and photographs. This shows a systematic approach to her evidence, enhancing all aspects of children's care. She is proactive in checking the suitability of people who have regular contact with children. For example, ensuring all other adults in the household are vetted. The childminder has good knowledge of the EYFS framework, and makes assessments of children's achievements. However, the next

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the early years provision

steps in the children’s learning and development are not consistently identified in order to inform the planning of activities. She has effective systems in place to monitor and evaluate children's progress relative to their starting points and children are making good progressing.

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and outcomes for children

Children's welfare, learning and development is promoted successfully as the childminder has a well organised and flexible approach. She plans the day taking into account the interests of children attending that day. Children are very settled, feel extremely secure and confident in the childminders care. The environment is used in an effective manner and all resources are of good quality. The childminder has comprehensive risk assessments in place, which are effectively implemented to ensure children are safe and secure at all times. Children are cared for in clean and well-maintained premises. They learn about their own safety through following the sound practice of the childminder. Children are involved in discussions about safety and take part in regular fire drills.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy a well-balanced range of healthy meals, snacks and drinks. They are developing an understanding of healthy eating as they are involved in the baking and preparation, such as when baking bread. Older children are also involved in the planning of the menu. Children are encouraged to learn the importance of personal hygiene through good practice and daily routines. They are well protected from illness and infection as they follow good hygiene routines and independently access the bathroom facilities. Procedures are in place for when children become ill, along with detailed recordings for accidents and the administering of any medication.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder uses her knowledge of the EYFS to plan for individuals to ensure each child receives a suitably challenging range of learning experiences. As a result, children are making good progress in their learning in relation to their starting points. Children eagerly access a variety of creative resources and opportunities to write for a purpose as they make a birthday card and get-well card. Young children are extremely confident as they ask for the ‘shiney bug’ book This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and begin to count the pictures of the bugs. They look at the photographs displayed and recall going to feed ducks and seeing them running away. Children experience a wide range of toys to manoeuvre and negotiate obstacles. They balance on the large body ball and show delight as they join in songs and action rhymes.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder actively promotes equality and diversity, helping children to understand about the community they live in and the wider world. Children visit local groups, and places of interest such as the miniature railway. They access a wide range of resources that reflect positive images and diversity on a daily basis. 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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