Childminder in Kirklees

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY312215 Inspection date 04/11/2009 Inspector Janet Skippins

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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 2005. She is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She lives with her husband and children aged six and 10 years in Cowcliffe, Huddersfield. The whole of the ground floor of the childminder's house is used for childminding and a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. There is a fully enclosed garden for outside play. The childminder is registered to care for a maximum of five children at any one time. She is currently minding five children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) age range. The setting is open from 7.30am to 6.00pm on weekdays all year round. Children are able to attend on a full or part-time basis. The childminder walks or drives to local schools to take and collect children. The childminder is a qualified Nursery Nurse who holds a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level 3 in Playwork. She is a member of the National

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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 has a good knowledge of each child’s individual needs and she promotes their welfare and learning with success. Children are making good progress towards the early learning goals. The childminder works in partnership with parents which contributes to ensuring that the needs of children are well met. However, not all the required information is obtained from parents. Policies, procedures and documents are in line with the EYFS. The childminder demonstrates her positive commitment to continual improvement by attending relevant training courses. She is aware of her strengths and weaknesses through regular self-evaluation of her practice.

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further?

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

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further?

 ensure information regarding who has parental responsibility for children is gained from parents before children are admitted to the provision (Safeguarding and promoting children's welfare). 18/11/2009

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further?

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

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further?

 extend the resources to help children learn about disability. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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the early years provision

The childminder has a good knowledge of safeguarding children. She works well with parents, ensuring that the welfare and protection of children is her priority. She takes care not to allow people whose suitability has not been checked to have unsupervised contact with the children while they are being cared for. The childminder’s home is very safe and she maintains well written records of risk assessments which cover all areas of the premises and outings.

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the early years provision

The childminder has developed a system to self-evaluate her service. This has helped her to focus on parts of her service she would like to develop further. She would like to develop a questionnaire for parents so that they can provide feedback through a more formal system. She also plans to provide more equipment for children to develop their information communication and technology skills. Since the last inspection the childminder has attended relevant training including topics, such as EYFS, Food Hygiene level 2, Child Protection and special educational needs. This demonstrates her commitment to continuous improvement.

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the early years provision

The childminder has put her EYFS training into practice by making well written observation and assessment records for each child. These show that children are making good progress towards the early learning goals in relation to their starting points. The childminder has given attention to the recommendation made at the last inspection. She was asked to practise emergency evacuations with the children. Well detailed records which include notes about the children’s reaction show that these are practised monthly to help the children understand the danger of fire.

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the early years provision

Records, policies and procedures are well organised, easily accessible, used appropriately and made available to parents. Information regarding children's welfare, achievements and progress is shared through regular discussion as well as observation and assessment records. Parents are provided with lots of useful information as they enter the premises. There are photographs of their children's recent activities along with a menu showing a plan of meals for the week. Parents say they are highly satisfied with the service the childminder provides. They feel the childminder makes their children feel safe and well cared for and that their children are given lots of interesting experiences, for example, visits to the dentist to give them skills for the future. However, the childminder has not gained all the necessary information from parents in advance of children being admitted to her care. Specifically, parents have not provided the childminder with information

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the early years provision

about who has parental responsibility for their children. This means the childminder is in breach of regulations because this is a specific legal requirement of the EYFS. The children who currently attend do not go elsewhere, for example, to a school reception class or playgroup, to receive early education. This means that the childminder has not had the opportunity to develop partnerships with other agencies. However, she is aware of the importance of doing this and knows how to put systems in place when appropriate. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006

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and outcomes for children

Children are welcomed at the setting. They receive support and affection, which results in them feeling confident, motivated, healthy, happy and secure. Their independence is promoted well through easy access to a wide range of resources. The childminder uses her knowledge and understanding of child development to plan interesting activities for the children. She treats children with equal concern, respecting their individuality and meeting their needs. The childminder effectively promotes inclusive practice through encouraging the children to take part in activities which are appropriate to their different needs and abilities. Children learn about diversity through celebrating festivals and using resources, such as books, dolls of different skin colours and dressing up clothes. However, resources to help them learn about disability are limited.

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and outcomes for children

Children develop physical skills through regular use of equipment, such as the climbing frame and slide, ride-on toys and balls in the garden. They also enjoy looking under logs for slugs and snails. Children make choices and suggestions about what they want to do. Two-year-olds confidently ask the childminder when they can go to feed the ducks. They know that walks to feed the ducks and to visit farms are part of their routine. Children learn about their local area by going on these outings, as well as others to the toddler group, play gym and singing, dancing and movement classes. Creative play activities are given high priority. The children enjoy using recycled materials, such as foil milk bottle tops to make collages as well as playing with dough. Their art work is displayed attractively which helps them to feel proud of their achievements. As a result, the children are making good progress towards the early learning goals.

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and outcomes for children

Books, toys and equipment are easy for children to access themselves. The environment is very clean, safe and secure. Children learn how to keep themselves safe, for example, the childminder teaches them about road safety when out walking. Routines, like regular hand washing before eating, are in place to help the children learn about health and hygiene. Babies are protected from cross-infection because the childminder follows good hygiene routines, for example, wearing disposable gloves when nappy changing. The childminder is trained in first aid, therefore, she is aware of how to care for children in the event of an accident. The children learn about healthy eating through discussion while eating their meals and snacks with the childminder. They also take part in growing and picking tomatoes. Most of the food they eat is grown on the childminder’s family allotment, which means it is fresh and nutritious. Children behave well and are learning to share.

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and outcomes for children

The childminder helps them to learn to play card games which helps the children to learn about taking turns. She follows her policy on managing behaviour using positive strategies, such as praising the children when they behave well. 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 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 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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