Childminder in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Inspection report for early years provision

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Unique reference number EY396521 Inspection date 07/01/2010 Inspector Dinah Round

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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 registered to care for children in 2009. She lives with her husband and one-year-old son in a house in Muscliff, Bournemouth, in Dorset. All areas of the house are registered for childminding with downstairs being the main play area, sleeping and toileting facilities are on the first floor. Children have access to a rear enclosed garden for outdoor play. Shops, parks, schools and pre-schools are nearby. The childminder is registered on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. She is registered for a maximum of five children under eight years, and currently cares for four children in the early years age group on a part-time basis. 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 good.

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The overall effectiveness of the early years provision

Children benefit as the childminder has a good understanding of their individual needs and takes positive steps to ensure they are all included in activities. Children's welfare is promoted well, the provision of interesting and fun play opportunities help children make good progress in their learning and development. Effective partnerships with parents builds positive relationships and means the needs of children are supported well. The childminder has a positive attitude to the ongoing development of her childcare provision to enhance outcomes for children.

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further?

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

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further?

 review fire safety equipment to ensure it is all securely in place  continue to develop systems to monitor children's achievements and consider further ways to get parents actively involved in their child's learning and development.

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the early years provision

The childminding provision is well organised with the necessary records maintained which helps to ensure children's safety and welfare. The childminder has drawn up comprehensive policies and procedures, to inform parents of her practice, which she implements effectively to support children. The safeguarding statement, detailed risk assessments on all areas children use, alongside high levels of supervision makes sure children are well protected at all times. Although, some fire safety equipment has yet to be secured in place. The childminder has a clear understanding of the possible signs and symptoms of child abuse and of procedures to follow to safeguard children. This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 The childminder organises areas within her home effectively to support children's learning, with regular use of the outdoor play space to extend children's play

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the early years provision

experiences. Children have access to clean, well maintained toys and resources which are age appropriate and positioned around the room so easily accessible. Children receive sensitive support from the childminder, as she ensures each child is able to work at their own pace. The childminder helps children to develop a positive attitude towards each other by setting a good example of how to show consideration for others.

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the early years provision

Children benefit from the good relationships established between the childminder and parents. Information about children's care and well-being is successfully shared with parents on a daily basis through informal discussions at the beginning and end of the day. The childminder has recently created individual learning journals for each child, collating photographs and progress records. This information is shared with parents, for example, a CD was created with photos from a trip to Marwell Zoo. Although, consideration to ways parents can actively contribute to their child's learning have not yet been fully explored. Parents receive comprehensive information about the childminder's practices the welcome pack and polices and procedures. The childminder has links with other early years providers and is currently looking into ways to help extend children's individual learning and care.

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the early years provision

The childminder has only been minding for a short time but is committed to the continuous development of her childcare practice. She has introduced some systems to start to evaluate her provision, and alongside the ongoing monitoring of her childminding practice this will help to improve the outcomes for children.

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and outcomes for children

Children are happy, settled and content in the welcoming and caring environment provided. They form a trusting relationship with the childminder as she dedicates her time to supporting their individual needs. She makes sure her attention is balanced well between the children so all children are included and valued. The childminder uses her secure knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to observe and assess children's progress through their learning journals. These are in the early stages, but have started to identify children's next steps to help them make progress in learning and development.

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and outcomes for children

Children's independence is promoted well as they freely explore their surroundings and younger children are supported in learning to feed themselves at meal times. Children benefit from the positive interaction they receive from the childminder, she gets actively involved in their play promoting lots of conversation to promote their language and communication skills. Children have good opportunities to learn about the environment through frequent outings and daily outdoor play. They have great fun exploring the snow outside in the garden, fascinated as they listen to it crunching underneath their feet and see the different footprints. Children have access to a wide range of creative and sensory play, they enjoy experimenting with paint, creating pictures on a large piece of paper on floor, and making bubbles This inspection was carried out under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 with the whisk in water play. Children are developing good friendships and are

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and outcomes for children

learning to share and take turns. Regular praise and encouragement helps to develop their confidence and boost self-esteem.

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and outcomes for children

Children's health and safety is promoted well. They learn about keeping themselves safe in their play through ongoing discussions with the childminder, such as keeping off the icy path when playing in the snow outside. Children are taught about road safety as they go out and about in the local community to help keep them safe. Children are supported in developing healthy lifestyles. They learn the importance of washing their hands before eating and benefit from the provision of nutritious snacks and regular drinks. 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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