Childminder in Leicestershire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY349199 Inspection date 18/11/2009 Inspector Christine Holmes

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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 2007. She lives with her three children aged 11, seven and three years in Hinckley, Leicestershire. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The family has a cat.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of four children under eight years at any one time, no more than three of which may be in the early years age range. She is currently caring for one child in this age group. The childminder 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's learning and development are effectively supported. They make good progress in their learning and enjoy their time in this inclusive setting. The childminder works effectively with parents and others to ensure each child’s individual welfare and development needs are well met. Policies and procedures are implemented well to safeguard and promote children's welfare. The childminder is very experienced and knowledgeable and shows commitment to developing her practice which provides a strong basis for her capacity to maintain continuous improvement.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop further systems to match and monitor children's progress to the expectation to the EYFS in order to support them to make the best progress they can.

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the early years provision

Children's care and learning are very well promoted because the childminder has a strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation (EYFS). They are safeguarded because the childminder has a strong understanding of her legal duties and responsibilities with regard to sharing information with parents and of child protection issues. High levels of supervision, effective risk assessments and good use of safety equipment ensure children are safe and secure at all times.

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the early years provision

The childminder strives to provide a service that is inclusive for all children and their families to ensure children get the support they need to make good progress. She has a strong understanding of child development and she is skilful in This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 supporting children's individual needs, resulting in a stimulating learning environment where all children can flourish. She works very effectively with parents and other carers to provide continuity in children's care and learning. For example, before providing care she spends time observing children receiving care from their parents and other carers which ensures children receive the support they need when they first attend. The childminder has knowledge of how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children with English as an additional language. All children regardless of gender play an

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the early years provision

equal part in a varied and enjoyable curriculum that include visits to the local community.

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the early years provision

The childminder shows a strong commitment to improve outcomes for children. She organises her resources effectively to promote children's choice and makes good use of local resources to extend children's experiences. Her interaction with children is very positive and is effective in capturing incidental opportunities and routines to support children's learning. The childminder makes good use of EYFS guidance resources and she gains guidance and advice from other professionals. This helps her to be reflective about her practice and to recognise her strengths and identify areas for improvement which ensures consistently good outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children make good progress in their learning and development. They benefit from the individual care and attention they receive that is tailored to meet their needs. The childminder works very effectively in partnership with parents to establish right from the start what children know, can do, their likes and interests. She uses this information effectively to help children to settle into her care and continue their learning. She has established effective systems to observe children's achievements and uses this information well to identify their next steps in learning. However, systems to match and monitor children's progress to the expectation to the EYFS are less established.

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and outcomes for children

Very young children enjoy snuggling up to the childminder for hugs and benefit from the high levels of attention and continual reassurance she gives them. They visit child care venues that are familiar to them and follow their own patterns of sleeping and eating which helps children to feel safe and secure and develop a sense of well-being. Children are supported well to increase their independence. They enjoy initiating their own play and following their own interest and are confident in making their needs known to the childminder. This security enables children to explore their surroundings and become inquisitive active learners secure in the knowledge that the childminder is on hand for support and encouragement. For example, children are willing to try new experiences such as using their feet to make prints and with paint and they show delight in taking part in singing games. They make good progress in developing their physical skills as

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and outcomes for children

they pull themselves up to stand on resources suitable for this purpose and respond to the childminder's encouragement and support to walk independently. They become occupied and show good level of interest in how the small world This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 oven door opens and closes. They sit and put a range of items in and out of containers which helps them to take an interest in shape, size and texture. They press buttons and turn knobs on interactive toys to discover this achieves the effect of music being played and lights flashing. They learn to turn pages of the interactive book to listen to the different sounds and commentary. This also develop early interest in simple technology. They make good progress in their communication skills by taking part in singing activities and benefit from the childminder's continual response to their attempts to make words and sounds. The

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and outcomes for children

childminder uses strategies including talking through and commenting on activities which provides support for children to acquire and develop speech and language.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop a growing awareness of themselves and others through the use of resources and by coming into contact with the wider community during visits and they are encouraged to become aware of their own feeling and consider others. Good health is well promoted within the setting. The daily menu is well balanced and provided in partnership with parents. Children's good health is protected through high standards of hygiene and daily routines are used well to develop children's awareness of the need for good personal hygiene. 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 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 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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