Childminder in Derby

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number 206071 Inspection date 23/11/2009 Inspector Justine Ellaway

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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 1992. She lives with her husband in Derby. The whole ground floor, along with the first floor bathroom and spare bedroom of the childminder’s house is used for childminding and there is a fully enclosed garden for outside play.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of six children at any one time. There are currently three children on roll; two of whom are within the early years age range. The childminder collects children from the local school and attends several toddler groups on a regular basis.

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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 confident and show a sense of security and belonging in this inclusive setting. They make good progress in their learning and development. Good partnerships with parents and other settings that children attend ensures that information is gathered to support children's settling-in and their ongoing needs. The childminder demonstrates a secure knowledge of her strengths and areas for improvement which provides a sound basis for her capacity to maintain continuous improvement. Most of the required information is gathered to meet children's needs.

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further?

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

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further?

 obtain prior written permission for each and every medicine from parents before any medication is given and keep a written record of all medicines administered to children (Safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare) (also applies to both parts of the Childcare Register). 14/12/2009

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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 analyse observations and highlight children’s achievements or their need for further support. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

Children are well cared for by this experienced practitioner. The childminder has a sound knowledge of her responsibility in relation to child protection, having attended training in this area since the last inspection. She maintains appropriate risk assessments and minimises risks and hazards within the home. All of the required information has been maintained, except for written records of parents' requests to administer medication and the record of when this has been administered, to ensure that children are fully safeguarded and their health needs are fully promoted.

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the early years provision

The childminder provides an inclusive environment where all children are included in play and activities. The childminder makes good use of the available space and resources so that children can help themselves, promoting their independence. The organisation also allows children to play uninterrupted so they can maintain their concentration. Younger children frequently select their own toys and sit and explore them with enjoyment.

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the early years provision

Strong relationships with parents and other settings that children attend are established and as a result the childminder has a good awareness of each child's individual needs. Information is regularly shared with parents to ensure children's ongoing needs are met. Parents have had valuable input into the childminder's evaluation of her practice. Written statements from parents demonstrate they recognise and value the quality of care the childminder provides. Sound relationships with other settings that children attend support children's transition and settling-in.

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the early years provision

The childminder is embedding reflective practice which provides a sound basis to maintain continuous improvement. She uses self-evaluation to identify areas for improvement, which will benefit the outcomes for children. She has addressed the recommendations from the last inspection.

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and outcomes for children

Children clearly enjoy the time they spend in the setting. Very young children show good levels of confidence and a sense of security and belonging as they enjoy cuddles from the childminder. Children are supported to feel secure about visitors to the premises and are eager to meet them. They learn about safety through simple and clear reminders.

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and outcomes for children

Children are confident to initiate their own play and will make up their own games, using a variety of resources and furniture. For example, they make a den with blankets over the sofa and bring in toys to play with. Even younger children spend sustained periods of time playing with particular toys, developing their concentration. Children develop their communication skills, chatting as they play and explaining what they are doing. They enjoy looking at books and their interest This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 is fostered as they regularly visit the library and choose their own books. Younger children indicate to the childminder when they want her to read a story.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop their physical skills through a variety of activities, such as regular visits to soft play centres. Children move freely indoors and younger children are supported to stand and walk. They develop their small muscle skills as they hold and grasp the toys and attempt to tap them together or fit them inside each other. Children press buttons on certain toys so that they play tunes which supports their knowledge of simple technology. They develop their counting and number skills through play, and older children are able to count to 10 and beyond.

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and outcomes for children

Children have varied opportunities to develop their creative skills through activities, such as modelling and cutting and sticking. During play children increase their awareness of diversity through the resources they are using as well as discussions that are initiated by things they see and comment on. Following an interest in the houses of the three little pigs the children have looked at the different houses people live in around the world.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder provides a positive role model to encourage and support children to play together and show care and consideration for others. Children are encouraged to wash their hands at appropriate times and learn why they do this through explanations. Children are supported to begin to make healthy choices about what they eat and they know when they need a rest when they have been active.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder makes relevant observations on each child to determine what they can do. She has implemented a system to assess where children are at and what their next stage of development is, however, this is not fully effective in ensuring that all aspects of all areas of learning are frequently covered. 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 3 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 3 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: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The provider confirms that the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register are: Not Met (with actions)

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

The registered provider does not meet the requirements of the compulsory and or voluntary part/s of the Childcare Register.

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the compulsory part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 14/12/2009

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

To comply with the requirements of the voluntary part of the Childcare Register, the registered person must take the following action/s by the specified date:

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Annex B: the Childcare Register

 take action as specified in the early years section of the report (Records to be kept). 14/12/2009

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