Childminder in Bradford

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY392535 Inspection date 03/11/2009 Inspector Rachel Ayo

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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 2009. She works with another childminder from her co-minder's home in the Eccleshill area of Bradford, in West Yorkshire. In addition, a third co-minder works at the setting although this is mainly at opposite times to the childminder. The childminder's co-minder takes overall responsibility for the childminding practice. The front and rear lounges and toileting facilities on the ground floor, are all used for childminding. Local parks, schools, nurseries, a museum, shops and transport links are all within walking distance. There is an enclosed garden available for outside play and the childminder attends a variety of groups during the week. There are two dogs and two cats on the premises.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and both the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She may care for a maximum of six children under eight years, of whom, three may be in the early years age group. When co-minding she may care for a maximum of 12 children under eight years, of whom, may be in the early years age group. The childminder is currently jointly caring for nine children in the early years age group and a number of children on the Childcare Register. The childminder is a member of the National Childminding Association.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Overall the quality of the provision is satisfactory.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children's welfare is promoted adequately overall, however, certain requirements are not being met in relation to managing children's behaviour. Overall, children present as confident and show good levels of interest in the generally suitably organised and maintained environment. A good range of varied and interesting play opportunities are provided across the six areas of learning in order to help children make good progress in their development. Good information is obtained from parents in order to find out about children's individual needs and ensure inclusion is actively promoted. The childminder has suitable systems in place for self-evaluation to ensure the continual improvement of outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure that there is an effective behaviour management policy which is adhered to by all adults in the setting in order to manage children's behaviour in a manner appropriate for their stage of development and particular individual needs (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 17/11/2009 This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 To further improve the early years provision the registered person should:

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further?

 keep a record of visitors including their names, the purpose of the visit and details of arrival and departure times and make the lock on the toilet door inaccessible  ensure that areas are clean and well maintained in relation to the carpet in the play room  ensure that an appropriate area is made (space or partitioned area) for children who wish to relax, play quietly or sleep and it is equipped with appropriate furniture.

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the early years provision

Children are safeguarded suitably. The childminder has an adequate understanding of child protection issues and all adults in the household are vetted in order to further protect children. Most hazards, except for a low-level bathroom lock, are identified and minimised and risk assessments are regularly reviewed and updated where new activities are planned, for example, making a camp fire in the forest. A range of equipment, such as florescent jackets and back packs promotes good safety practice on outings. Record keeping systems are used adequately to promote the efficient and safe management of the setting although a log of visitors is not maintained.

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the early years provision

The childminder has begun to develop some systems for self-evaluation, such as working towards quality assurance status and she has regular meetings with her co-minders. They informally evaluate their practice and plans for the future are suitably targeted in order to improve outcomes for children. The childminder has completed actions set at registration and in addition to undertaking all required training she has attended a course on creative play and forest school methods for outdoor play. Further learning experiences have been developed for children, improving outcomes, as a result of attending such courses.

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the early years provision

All families are welcomed positively and children's cultural heritage is reflected in the setting, for example, through making Eid cards or purchasing a Polish dual language book. Parents are provided with a prospectus and are informed about policies and procedures beforehand so that they are informed about the setting. The childminder's co-minder takes responsibility for this. Parents are effectively encouraged to share what they know about their child, particularly when their child first starts to attend through the detailed 'all about me' booklet. This asks for wide ranging information, for example, about routines at home, what makes their child smile and family members. On-going communication is achieved through displays of artwork, photographs, notices and ready access to children's profiles. Parents are actively involved in supporting their children's learning through regular updates and how next steps can be supported at home. They have been provided with a

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the early years provision

'play and learning together' DVD and because children enjoyed an action songs DVD so much a copy was given to parents to enjoy this with their children at home. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Adequate use is made of space overall, however, a suitable area is not created where children can rest or sleep comfortably without disturbance. Equipment, such as antibacterial hand gel and separate drying arrangements in the bathroom and the use of cool packs to ensure the safe storage of lunch boxes promotes children's all round good health. However, although most areas are maintained in a suitable state of repair, décor and cleanliness the carpet in the playroom is not in a suitably hygienic state.

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and outcomes for children

Overall children show good levels of interest in their environment which is made welcoming through posters, photographs and bright displays and children's artwork, for example, relating to autumn and 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' story. A variety of resources are available in the designated playroom to encourage children to make choices about what they would like to do. The childminder demonstrates an enthusiastic manner with the children as she sits alongside and supports their learning with her good questioning techniques, for example, as they create a house with construction toys or make dough. Children clearly enjoy this activity as they observe the colour and mixture change in its consistency when it has been cooked. They talk about the dough being warm and skilfully use tools to create different things, such as a rhinoceros or caterpillar. Children use language confidently in a range of ways, for example, to indicate their needs or to tell the

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and outcomes for children

inspector what the word 'nocturnal' means. The childminder clearly knows the children well and she, jointly with her co-minders, uses information gained from observation and assessment well overall to plan for children's next steps. These are in line with the expectations of the early learning goals and children's interests are fully considered and incorporated in planned activities.

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and outcomes for children

Children are encouraged in some aspects to develop the habits and behaviour appropriate to their own needs, and those of others, for example, through explanations from the childminder about sharing. However, a lack of positive reinforcement and certain methods used by adults in the setting, are not effective or appropriate in managing, in particular, young children's behaviour, which is a breach in legal requirements. This results, at times, in poor behaviour and a lack of response to the expectations of adults.

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and outcomes for children

Children are effectively helped to adopt healthy lifestyles. They have taken part in growing healthy foods where seeds were planted in little greenhouses so that children could observe the changes to these. The activity was made more interesting by beanstalks being drawn on the window. In addition, children have recently made pumpkin soup as part of Halloween and looked at healthy eating as part of 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' theme. Wide ranging outdoor experiences means that children benefit greatly from fresh air and exercise and splash suits have been purchased so that weather conditions do not impact on children's access to, and enjoyment of, outdoors. Children have visited the photograph museum to learn about technology, observed frogs, newts and insects on nature outings and have toasted marshmallows, sausages and bacon on a small camp fire. This was part of a trip to the forest where children helped forage for twigs

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and outcomes for children

This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and leaves in order to help build this.

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and outcomes for children

Different types of role play areas are created to develop children's imagination, for example, a baby clinic, police station and bakery where children made dough play food, such as wholemeal bread and cakes. Signs and pictures of different types of food help create the current café area. Along with resources depicting positive images of diversity an Italian and Chinese restaurant have also previously been set up to help children learn about other cultures. Stories, such as 'Daisy Learns About Strangers' and discussions on outings help children develop a suitable understanding of keeping safe. 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 3 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 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 3

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Stage

The extent to which children achieve and enjoy their learning 2 The extent to which children feel safe 3 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 2 The extent to which children make a positive contribution 4 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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