Childminder in CoventryOfsted inspection, 27 Oct 2009

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY243484 Inspection date 27/10/2009 Inspector Mary Kelly

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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 has been registered since 1995. She co-minds with both of her parents and childminds from their premises. They live in the Whitmore Park area of Coventry. The whole of the ground floor is used for childminding. There is a fully enclosed garden area available for outside play. The childminder's home is accessible via a step at the front entrance and a ramp is available.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder provides a before and after school service and regularly attends local pre-school groups and takes children to the local park. The childminder is registered by Ofsted on the Early Years Register and the voluntary and compulsory parts of the Childcare Register to provide care for six children, when working alone and up to 13 children under eight years when working with other co-minders. The childminder is currently minding 16 children on a full-time and part-time basis, 11 of whom are within the early years age range.

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Description of the childminding

The childminder is an active member of the local childminder support group. She is working towards an Early Years Qualification.

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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 provides excellent opportunities for children to learn and develop within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Children are very happy and relaxed as they learn through play in this welcoming and inclusive environment. Most of the required documentation is available for inspection. Children's welfare is promoted and the childminder has developed good partnerships with parents and carers to ensure continuity of care and learning. The childminder demonstrates a capacity to maintain continuous improvement by reflecting on her practice and has given some consideration to developing the system for self-evaluation.

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further?

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

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further?

 review systems for risk assessments; this specifically refers to outings.

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the early years provision

Children's welfare is safeguarded because the childminder understands her role regarding child protection. She is booked on additional training in this area within the next month to update her knowledge and ensure it is current. There is a detailed written policy for safeguarding, which is shared with parents. The childminder has a good awareness of her duty to record and report any concerns about a child in her care. She maintains organised and effective recording systems This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with regard to the children’s attendance, medication and accidents to ensure children’s welfare is promoted and their needs are met. Effective vetting procedures are in place to ensure adults are suitable to have contact with the children. The care environment is safe and secure and children are supervised well. Risk assessments are in place and effective steps are taken to identify and

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the early years provision

minimise risks to children in the home and on outings. Although there is a risk assessment to identify potential risks when on outings they are not individual for specific trips to various locations. The required fire detection and fire blankets are in place, and the children have practised the emergency evacuation procedures, furthering children’s awareness of what to do in the event of a fire.

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the early years provision

The childminder is committed to ensuring the provision is inclusive for all families and partnership with parents and carers is good. Pertinent information is obtained from parents at the initial meeting and good settling-in procedures help children develop a sense of belonging. The childminder works closely with parents to ensure children’s individual needs are met. She provides parents with written feedback each day; this includes details about their child's care and well-being, this enhances continuity of care and learning. Parents express their contentment with the provision through letters and cards which are included in the childminder's comprehensive portfolio.

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the early years provision

The childminder organises her day around the needs of the children. She gives excellent consideration to the organisation of resources and equipment. Children have a balance for adult-led activities as well as being able to choose what they want to do and follow their own interests, the childminder is responsive to their requests for additional resources to support and extend their play. Good attention is given to making sure children play with toys that are safe, clean and in good condition. Children have a varied day and there are regular outings to local parks and playgroups.

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the early years provision

The childminder demonstrates a commitment to ongoing improvement and attends training to further enhance her skills and knowledge, for example, is currently working towards a Level 3 childcare qualification. She has addressed the one recommendation from the last inspection effectively. This improves outcomes for children’s welfare, learning and development. Thoughtful consideration has been given to the self-evaluation process and this effectively monitors and evaluates the setting; through identifying both strengths and areas for improvement.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy and confident in the childminder’s care. The childminder’s interaction with the children is very good and she clearly enjoys their company. She spends time playing at their level and it is evident that children enjoy her involvement in their play. Children make excellent progress across all areas of their learning and development towards the early learning goals. The childminder provides children with a wide range of play and learning opportunities indoors and outdoors which they enjoy and become absorbed in. The childminder knows the children well and she is fully aware of their individual interests, play preferences This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 and achievements. She asks open-ended questions as the children play, encouraging them to think about what they are trying to achieve. The childminder continues to use an effective system to observe and assess children’s progress and

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and outcomes for children

planning covers all areas of learning. Observational information is used to plan for children’s next steps in learning and efficiently demonstrate a clear view of the learning journey for individual children.

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and outcomes for children

Children enjoy using the resources available and making up their own games developing their imagination well. Children’s creativity is supported effectively, they enjoyed making the monkey masks and take part in a wide range of art and craft activities. Their problem solving, reasoning and numeracy skills are enhanced during every day play as well as at music and rhyme time. Children develop a love of books, they enjoy listening to stories, singing nursery rhymes and looking at picture books which helps develop their vocabulary. Children practise writing letters for their names. Children's knowledge and understanding of the world is supported well, they visit other settings and local parks which helps them to develop social skills and confidence. Children explore festivals and events from their own cultures and those of others. Their understanding of diversity is further supported through the use of positive image resources and discussions about

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and outcomes for children

people with disabilities and special needs, for example, the childminder talks to children about people who use wheelchairs and has a range of resources to support a range of disabilities. Children successfully develop skills that contribute to their future economic well-being through being curious and inquisitive learners. They are making very good progress in communicating, literacy, numeracy and skills relating to information and communication technology.

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and outcomes for children

Children are very secure in their environment and develop a sense of belonging through good interactions with the childminder and well-established daily routines. Children learn about road safety whilst on outings and wear high visibility jackets and through procedures within the home, for example, the childminder has a clear procedure for emergency evacuation that ensure the children have a good awareness. All children are valued and the childminder helps build their confidence and self-esteem through praise and encouragement. Appropriate behaviour such as sharing and being kind to each other is encouraged and this helps to promote positive relationships. Children's good health and well-being is supported and many positive steps are taken to prevent the spread of infection. Children adopt superb personal hygiene routines and they wash their hands after using the bathroom and before meal and snack times. Children's dietary needs are

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and outcomes for children

met as the childminder ascertains relevant information relating to their individual needs and parents' preferences. Freshly cooked nutritious meals are served to the children daily taking into account the individual needs of the children. The childminder ensures children have regular drinks so that they remain hydrated throughout the day. 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 1 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 1 The extent to which children feel safe 2 The extent to which children adopt healthy lifestyles 1 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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