Childminder in Staffordshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY348661 Inspection date 29/03/2010 Inspector Shirley Amanda Wilkes

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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 0300 123 1231, 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: 0300 123 1231 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

There were no children on roll when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children on roll, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states if the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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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 husband and one adult child aged 18 years in a house in Little Aston, near Sutton Coalfield, West Midlands. The lounge at the back, playroom, kitchen and downstairs toilet are the areas of her house that are made available for childminding; the premises are accessed via one step. There is a fully enclosed garden available for outside play. The house is within walking distance of shops and schools.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered to care for six children; she is currently minding two children on a full/part-time basis. She is registered on the Early Years Register and on both the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Since the last inspection, the childminder has addressed the actions recommendations set. The childminder has refreshed her knowledge on how to identify the types and signs of child abuse. There are procedures in place if she has any concerns about a child in her care or if an allegation was made against her or a family member. Through discussion she now demonstrates that she has gained sufficient knowledge and understanding of how to do observations and assessments of the children in order to help them progress through the areas of learning. The childminder has attended a first aid course and a written record of medication administered is now maintained. Consent to seek emergency medical advice and treatment is obtained and recorded.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has had several meetings with support workers from the local authority in order to gain further knowledge and guidance. She has a range of policies and procedures in place which outline all aspects of her practice, including a complaints procedure and a written safeguarding policy, which are legal requirements. Written risk assessments have now been completed and are to be reviewed regularly. Public liability insurance has been obtained for the provision.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder is aware of the processes of self-evaluating her practice in order to identify any areas that need improving or developing. She plans to continue to develop her knowledge through further training.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

The childminder has plans to offer a range of activities for the children which include lots of art and crafts, games, role play and puzzles. There will also be cooking, trips to local toddler groups and regular visits to the local park. The childminder has a spacious, clean and well maintained home and garden in which to care for the children.

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Compliance with registration requirements

The registered person continues 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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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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