Childminder in East Riding of Yorkshire

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY391665 Inspection date 18/11/2009 Inspector Rosemary Beyer

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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 lives with her family in a three bedroom semi detached house in the Kirk Ella area, just outside Hull. She was registered in June 2009 to care for four children under eight years of age in total, including one in the early years age group. She is on the Early Years Register, and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register. She is currently caring for one child in the early years age group.

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Description of the childminding

Children have use of the ground floor of the house for play, and the rear bedroom for sleeping. The bathroom is upstairs. There is a securely fenced rear garden to which they also have access.

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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

The childminder uses her knowledge of each child very effectively to meet their development and care needs. She exchanges information with parents both verbally and through a daily diary. This ensures any concerns, interests or special requirements can be addressed. Children are safe and secure at all times, and enjoy the activities provided both on and off the premises. They go into the local community on a regular basis for fresh air, visits to the library and activity groups. The childminder is developing relationships with local nurseries, schools and playgroups to ensure information is exchanged to enable her to meet the needs of the children and take steps to obtain any special support if needed. The childminder has started to use the self-evaluation process to plan future development of her setting, with the involvement of parents through regular questionnaires to gauge their satisfaction. She has already made plans to develop

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

resources to widen children's knowledge of diversity and promote their understanding of the natural world.

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further?

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

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further?

 develop resources and activities to widen the children's awareness and knowledge of diversity  include notification of Ofsted in the lost child and uncollected child policies.

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the early years provision

The childminder is very safety conscious and ensures the children are safe and secure in her care. She has developed a well written policy and procedure file to cover the safe and efficient management of the setting, however, she has not included notification of Ofsted in the lost and uncollected child policies although This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 she is aware she must notify Ofsted of any significant events. A visitor policy ensures only authorised cleared persons have access to the children. The childminder has attended safeguarding training and has a good understanding of child protection issues, with the contact details readily available should she have concerns.

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the early years provision

Children learn through example how to cross the road safely, although at this stage they are usually in the pushchair. The childminder has completed trials in the community to ensure she can safely manage the triple buggy when she is caring for three small children. Her risk assessments take account of visits to the library, school and the park as well as activity groups and time in her home.

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the early years provision

The children learn about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle with fresh air each day, weather permitting, home prepared food which is well balanced and good hygiene practice. They enjoy a varied diet which introduces foods from other countries and a good range of fresh fruit and vegetables. The children learn to wash their hands after personal care and before food, to prevent the spread of infection. Sick children are not cared for by the childminder, but remain at home. Parents understand the need to prevent contact if they have infectious diseases. Medication permissions and administration are signed as required. Any accidents are recorded appropriately and parents made aware when they collect their children so they can sign to acknowledge them. The childminder has a current first aid certificate and written permission from parents to seek medical help in an emergency.

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the early years provision

Children's learning and development are being effectively monitored to ensure they are making good progress in all areas. The development record shows their achievements, and activities are adapted to support their next steps. Resources are readily available and easily accessible to the children who are free to choose what they wish to do. The childminder is developing plans to promote their learning about the natural world through growing things in the garden and activities using items collected on walks, such as fir cones and leaves.

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the early years provision

The childminder has started to develop a self-evaluation process to ensure her practice is continually monitored and improved. She is keen to develop her knowledge through training and has made contact with local development workers and other childminders for support. Parents are very happy with the care their children receive, and know they are safe and secure while in her care. They are regularly consulted to ensure the provision meets the needs of their children.

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and outcomes for children

The children are confident and settled in the childminder's care and are happy to see visitors. They are able to communicate their needs to her and she promotes their well-being effectively through careful observation and discussion with parents. They have daily verbal information and a daily diary where they and the childminder exchange information. This ensures they are both aware of sleep times, food and any particular events which may have occurred, such as outings This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 over the weekend or visits within the community while with the childminder.

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and outcomes for children

Children use the ground floor of the home including the conservatory where most of the toys are stored. Resources are readily available for children to help themselves although the childminder has plans to develop these further by producing treasure baskets for them to explore different textures and shapes. She also has plans to widen their awareness of diversity by increasing the resources they currently use and their knowledge of the natural world is to be promoted by more activities growing things in the garden.

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and outcomes for children

Children are cared for in a positive encouraging environment where they are treated as individuals and respected. There is no partiality shown to the childminder's child in the care they receive, but being of similar ages the children are developing good relationships. They behave well, and are starting to develop an understanding of the need to share and take turns when playing to prevent accidents. During the inspection they had great fun using the plastic tunnel, confidently crawling through it and laughing when they reappeared.

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and outcomes for children

Each child has a development record illustrated by photographs and observations to show their achievements and progress, with ideas for the next steps to support their development further. Parents are able to take the record home if they wish.

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and outcomes for children

Good hygiene practice, balanced menus, fresh air, exercise and rest when needed all combine to help the children learn about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. They get into the habit of washing their hands before food and the childminder discusses the need to wash their hands after personal care to remove germs. 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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